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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1950
Page
5
A fragmentary verse by Alice Bennet explores guilt and heartache from a failed affection. The speaker recalls unspoken words and actions not taken, contrasting tenderness with the absence of a promised letter. The piece laments missteps and emotional distance as day ends.
Mrs Glen Gibson and Mrs J C Quin entertained at a reception at their Quinlin home Saturday night for Lt and Mrs James Gull Sen of Meester Fieis Biloxi Miss Sixty guests called during the evening The room was softly lit by candles The hostess wore blue crepe with a corsage of car nations The dining room featured an embossed cakes centerpiece and imported linen cloth OES Dothan chapter to meet in regular session tomorrow night at the Masonic Temple Square dance set for Thursday postponed to August 3
A garbled classified style notice touts draperies and a diaper service with strange phrases and misspelled names. It claims a sensational new “NaPol” Pinger and low rates, mentioning Southern Diaper Service and cryptic contact prompts.
The Scarborough family met for a reunion at Bethel Church near Ozark on Sunday July 23. Thirteen children born to Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Scarborough were reported, twelve living. A picnic luncheon followed. Annotations were given by H. T. Scarborough with Harvey Sewell leading the invocation. The attendees included numerous Scarborough relatives and spouses, listed by name.
Ashford report notes two bridge games with Mrs Carson Glass winning high score. Guests include Mrs Mas Bruner and multiple club members, flowers, tasty plates, and colorful arrangements. Another session hosted by Mrs Robert Barte with summer floral decor, drinks and salad course for players.
Hartford specials report a birthday dinner honoring Mr. and Mrs. J. Dorriely at their daughter’s home in Hartford on July 22. Attendees included extended family from Hartford Columbus Ga Climax Ga Mobile and local friends. Luncheon was served picnic style on the lawn.
In Donalsonville Baptist Womens Circle meeting Monday night led by Mrs JW Dunn the devotional centered on The Hope at Gtnry. Mrs Carl Pattenson spoke on Ne Rella and the Pattersons. Eleven members attended with Mrs Herbert Bridges as hostess. a sweet course was served.
Graceville residents and relatives from Georgia Florida and Alabama are visiting family here and across nearby towns. The report lists numerous locals visiting kin in Tallahassee Panama City Andalusia and Dothan while others attend summer sessions at Troy State Teachers College and Florida State University.
The iPate family reunion took place at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Allen Pate and Mr and Mrs Wil Pate in West Bay Florida on July 4. About 160 relatives and friends attended as Mrs Og R Howell celebrated her 70th birthday with family members including Bravin Howell Clarence Peacock Ed Howell Gus Pate Allen Pate Will Pate Pearl Chaney Quinten Farren and J Howell among others.
Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Turner announce the birth of a daughter Teressa Jaquins at a local hospital on July 20 with grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Sharhe Hall and Mr. and Mrs. W. W Turner of Ashford. A son David Eugene Goodwin was born July 22 to Mr. and Mrs. James Earl Goodwin. he is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Sheppard of To Whan and Mrs. M. C. Goodwin of Madrid.
Sei Orlin A Truett transfers from Tyndall Air Force Base to the Far East Service Command. Mrs Truett Jewel Wells and sons will reside in Panama City. Dr James S Bailey of Charlotte has been moved from hospital to home at 502 S St Andrews St. Bailey and daughter Nancy plan to return to Charlotte next week. Dennis Coughlin discharged from U S Air Forces Craig Field Selma returns to Derton. Mrs Coughlin visited Selma with Sgt and Mrs Joe Smith. The Blatsios and Whitesell families note visits and recoveries. Bettye Neal Whitesell improving after illness. Elaine Schulman underwent tonsillectomy. Various families visited Mobile, Fairhope, Quinney, and Headland Ave. Simiona Indians of Bolivia rely on bows and arrows.
Members of the Methodist WSCS met Monday afternoon at Mrs Frederick Dunn's home. Vice President J B Mosely presided as circles were reorganized for the year. A pro-am committee meeting is set for July 28 at Mrs T P Lord's home to finalize the year's program. Officers training is planned for next Tuesday at the parsonage followed by a covered luncheon.
AP reports London's traffic last year totaled 28 278 accidents in the metropolitan police district. Five hundred sixty five killed up 98 from the prior year and 32 318 injured. Dogs were blamed wholly or partly for 474 casualties.
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