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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1947
Page
9
A reflective quotation attributed to John Bunyan extols prayer as a shield for the soul, a sacrifice to God, and a weapon against temptation, urging heartfelt prayer over empty words and frequent prayer as a safeguard against sin.
In Marianna 51 graduates received diplomas after an address by Dr Doak Campbell president of Florida State University. Scholarships and medals were awarded to valedictorian Jane Averitt and salutatorian Lorene Abney. Other medals were given to senior class officers including Mack Rooks president and Charles Bald.
Ozark Ala Mrs Henry Cain and Mrs Ruth Carroll hosted the Ozark chapter of the U D C on Thursday afternoon at the Cain home. Radiance roses and summer flowers brightened the rooms. Mrs Toxey A Sorrell led the business session as four new members were accepted and two re instatements were reported. Harold McLean from the Daleville School received the U D C Scholarship per the report.
The senior awards for citizenship presented by the Student Council were received by Betty Connor and Charles Baldwin. The ninth grade medals for citizenship from the American Legion were given to Jocelyn Budde and Gary Daffin.
Mrs Lula Iola Tew announces the engagement of her daughter Johnnie Lou to William Wilkinson Zbinden of Newport News Virginia with a June 14 ceremony planned at Headland Avenue Baptist Church. Lois Arnold and James Commander wed in Fort Gaines Georgia on April 4, with plans to reside in Troy Alabama. The piece also notes a church program, social hour refreshments, and visits of local residents during the weekend.
Mr and Mrs Earl McRae of Marianna announce a son Terry Sturges McRae born May 24. Mr and Mrs Quay Fortner announce a son Joe Albert Fortner born May 31 in a local hospital. Mr and Mrs Arthur Y Fortgon of Pensacola announce a son Danny Hugh born May 19 at Pensacola Maternity Hospital. Mrs Fortson is Marie McNeill daughter of H H and Mrs McNeil of Pensacola. Mr Fortson son of T B and Mrs Fortson of Dothan Route One is stationed at Pensacola Naval Air Station.
The Hartford Sewing Circle gathering at Mrs. Frank Hornsby home featured gladioli and seasonal flowers with dainty cakes and fruit punch. Attendees included Mrs. Coston Myers, Mrs. Irby Everette, Mrs. Jack Ryland, Mrs. O. C. Hendrix, Mrs. Bill Clemmons, and others. Wednesday Mid-Week Card Club hosted by Mrs. C. F. Davis. floral decor highlighted roses gladioli and snaps. Prizes went to Mrs. Glenn Gibson, Mrs. Bush Cox, and Mrs. B. L. Woodham. A salad course concluded the event. Dorothy Emfinger visiting Uriah weekend with sister-in-law Mrs. Lonnie Emfinger.
Pre wedding celebrations for Mrs Nettie Jean Lewis continue with a bridge party hosted by Miss Nina Howell at the Howell home. Prizes went to Mrs William McArthur and Miss Alma Bracewell. Guests enjoyed a salad course and punch before a buffet luncheon hosted by Mrs Patricki Poyner and Mrs J P Culver. Open house for out of town guests was held by Mr and Mrs Thomas Alva Lewis. A library buffet preceded by a Houston Memorial Library supper featured lilies gardenias and a crystal centerpiece.
A luncheon concluding a series of gatherings was hosted yesterday by Mrs Clyde Smith and Miss Linda Smith at their home on Magnolia Avenue. Pastel roses and carnations provided the floral decor, reflecting a springtime mood.
Mr and Mrs Myer pS and Terry and Herbert ay left for Cans Mass to attend gradway ercists at Harvard. Friends hope Davia Bh will learn he receives his master's degree ness administration at graduation. Mrs Rawlins McKinney Deyte, William Espy and son plan two weeks at a Florida Beach cottage. Mrs W C Farmer Ming lyn McCallum Miss Loy er leave for ice and six weeks at St Andrews. Mrs George McKinsack and Mrs W T Hay had eye operations at Emory. Corporal Milton Whitehes will visit from Scott Field for fifteen days with his parents at 1208 Washington.
Army invites enlistments for a Military Intelligence Service Language School run by M Sgt William E Crosby at the local recruiting station The program aims to teach Japanese and train personnel for duty with occupation forces Enlistees may start as privates and progress to sergeants after completing four and a half months Successful candidates will be sent to Ft Dix for basic training and to Monterey California for further assignment
The Woodward Daily Press published its final edition before a devastating tornado struck Eldorado Spring. In Woodward Oklahoma the front page showcased the destruction, and readers were urged to remain vigilant as weather warnings persisted.
Colors beautified the rec room as an appointments luncheon aligned with the wedding theme. Sixteen guests attended the party, where white flowers formed the centerpiece arrangements.
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