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Newspaper

Dothan Eagle

Location

Dothan, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1949

Page

2

Are You Better Than A Sinner Sermonette By John 8

A Sunday sermonette denounces sin and its costs, urging listeners to beware material and spiritual ruin. It cites the prodigal son, financial waste, and societal judgment, urging repentance and grace as the path to God. The piece echoes Luke 15 and Luke 13 teachings on striving to enter the straight gate.

John Kenyon Sin Ain United States Abundanes Alex Foe

Dothan Churches Set Sermons Across Denominations

Dothan churches announce sermon topics across denominations. Assembly of God Evangelist Gale Tscksor will guest minister at both services. First Christian Church features Frank Seafield on “Untaught and Unnamed” with evening topic “Helping.” Christian Science lesson is “Truth.” Baptist pastor Rev Finley Eure delivers sermons at Pavet Baptist. Episcopal Church cites “The Subject of the Sermon.” Methodist topics include “Christianity Not an Easy But Glorious Way” and “The Cloud of Witnesses” with Dr W T Cutthorne speaking. Presbyterian Rev Worton Dendy discusses “When God Turns a Lease” and “Not The First Man of His Generation.” Revival continues this week at Bevers Hem Chapel daily.

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Schofield Announces Hymn Time Broadcast Change

A change in the broadcast time for the First Christian Church Hymn program was announced yesterday by church officials. Schofield, who coordinates the program, said the new time will begin Thursday, replacing the previous Friday slot.

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Local Meeting Fails to Name Town’s New Street

Citizens gathered in Alapout to decide a community street name but only seven names were proposed before the session ended. The group ultimately abandoned the idea and adopted no result.

Bulgarian Refugee Describes Escape From Russian Terror

A 40-year-old Bulgarian farmer, Mavrodia, recounts fleeing across the border from Arapit in Eshova ravines to Turkey after his uncle’s pro Communist actions led to trouble. He details beatings, police scrutiny, and a long perilous journey through forest and guard checkpoints before crossing into Turkish territory and seeking asylum.

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Camp Meeting Set In Commemoration Of Rev Spivey

Geneva reports a camp meeting revival to honor Rev Beverly J Spivey beginning at Elton Church grounds Twy 28 lasting 19 days. Seven descendants bearing his name will deliver sermons, revival aims to become an annual event with a large tent on the grounds and plans for a new church building. Descriptions note Spivey’s pioneer work in Southeast Alabama and spread to Georgia Florida and the Carolinas.

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District Masons Elect Conference Officers

John Stivian of Moustin Lodge OB elected news worshiptul mayor of the 28th District Masonic Conference at the annual meeting. New officers include Waylon Colum bia Lodge 185 Kiltland JW, Roy Young Secretary, and other lodge appointees. The August meeting will be hosted by Coltenwood with the local lodge as host. plans for the 1990 annual conference were noted.

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College Charter Bans Gripes By Students

A newly chartered Southwest Virginia College and Commercial School bans student complaints to run smoothly. The charter says gripes are not allowed to impose bonds or burden the student body, aiming for expediency and order.

Wish Southwest Virginia College and Commercial Schoulders

Explosion Hunter Gets Honors For Research

Pittsburgh area report notes George W. Jones, supervising chemist in the Bureau of Mines explosions division, received a distinguished service award and gold commendation from the Department of Interior for his work on major explosions including the Texas City disaster and the Empire State plane crash.

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Punishment for villagers over missing member report

A villager faces punishment for failing to report a missing member of his group at night. Reports say Mavrodia will be housed with Turkish Bulgations for weeks before leaving for Turkey, as Turkish authorities enforce strict safeguards against sales.

Mavrodia Turkey

Pact of Atlantic alliance promises global peace and defense

The article argues the North Atlantic Treaty is essential for Western Europe’s recovery and the democratic way of life. It cites U S involvement as crucial to deter aggression, notes peace benefits beyond defense, and mentions President Truman’s proposal for 1.45 billion dollars in foreign military aid to back the pact.

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Lee Folsom Charged With Liquor Violation

Lee H. Tatson, 60, of New Brockton route two, freed on bond after state and federal authorities charged Lee Folsom with possession and sale of tax unpaid whiskey. Folsom, cousin of Gov. James B. Folsom, was arrested at home by State ABC officers and handed to federal agents for prosecution. A federal complaint cites possession of non tax paid whiskey in containers lacking proper tax stamps.

Lee H. Tatson New Brockton Folsom ABC R. Ty Boury M. A. Parker Alcohol Tax Unit J. L. White U. S J. We Dauighby

Harp Said To Produce First 1949 Cotton Bale In County

DOWALSONVILLE Special Ellen L Harp credited with possibly the first cotton bale ginned in Seminole County this year at D E Wurst's gin. The 400 pound bale, not yet graded, leaves the county market opening uncertain as to price and quality. The report notes past delays and mentions Henry Cort’s 18th century patent in passing.

Dowalsonville Ellen L. Harp Yesttorday Seminole D. E. Wurst Henry Cort England

Bulls and Rattlesnakes A Day’s Work Tale

Kane SWECHIKSON reports a strange incident where Bulls and rattlesnakes share a day’s work. George Roberson, a Kantag Power and Light Co line walker, describes his plan to outwit snakes by letting one strike the ground, then using the fear and confusion to advance. He explains how to protect himself and keep moving while the snake is drawn away.

Swechikson Kane Hin Lang George Roberson Warls Kantag Power & Light Co Roberson

Police Commissioner Endorses Shorts Answer

Police commissioner Harry Tos defended a terse clash with a woman over immodesty, stating he would wear shorts himself as a symbol of comfort. The remarks followed her complaint about a faliceman who wore shorts and a badge, highlighting debate over attire and decorum in Detroit.

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Free Will Baptists Plan Two Revivals

A week long revival begins today at Shiloh Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Vester Burkett of Carbon Hill as guest minister. Beginning July 0 and continuing through August, Burkett will lead revival services at Hickory Grove Baptist Church with daily sessions at 6 am and 7 30 pm.

Shiloh Free Will Baptist Church Vester Burkett Carbon Hill Burkett Hickory Grove Baptist Church

Three Big Meetings At API Over Coming Weeks

Alabama Polytechnic Institute hosts three major gatherings in late August and early September. The Alabama Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting in Montgomery on September 10 expects over 2,000 attendees led by Walter Randolph. A 421 camp for girls and boys runs August 28 to September 4 with API extension service sponsorship and leaders Mary Dell McCain and H E Logue overseeing. Also on August 24, API will host a statewide conference with 850 farmers and county officials, chaired by L Collins PMA officer, with wide county representation and regional committee participation.

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Twin Horses Overcome 100000-to-1 Odds

Twin horses defy 100000-to-1 odds in a remarkable foaling event. The improbable birth, monitored by Dr ML Kilpatrick, a veterinarian, marks a rare twin occurrence in horses, noted as happening about once in every 20000 foalings.

Troy ML Kilpatrick

Reiff Named Chairman of First Methodist Board of Stewards

Charles C. Reiff was chosen chairman of the Executive Committee of the Board of Stewards at First Methodist Church. New officers include Feedenar as vice president and E. Bowler as secretary. Golson as treasurer. The re-election of 21 members was announced with 13 new names joining the board. Installation of the entire body and committee is set for August 7 during the morning service.

Bmarianna Pecs Charles C. Reiff First Methodist Church Charles A. Cuebitz Feedenar E. Bowler Secrotary FL i Golson Tressurer H. 2 Welch WM Willis A.C. Bilingslea Denmark Ritter

Youth For Christ Work Grows In Bahamas

Youth for Christ efforts expand in the Bahamas with CHWAGD spearheading rallies and new evangelistic campaigns. Rex Eskleman leads the Bahamian work after Emmaus Bible School graduate Hixt Johnson announces ongoing programs and a yearlong Bible outreach to convert locals, supported by a gospel band and public address system. A rally in BF Paul draws about 500 attendees as the movement aims to broaden evangelistic reach.

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Unclear OCR fragment on racing lottery related event

Fragmentary text mentions winners, living, reaching sets, and pacers on a Thay foirycounts rack. Details are garbled, but implies a racing event with bikes and a display of copviigability in a 100,000 level context. No coherent facts or clear entities emerge.

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