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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1944
Page
2
Fragmentary prose evokes fear and welcome as Caesar’s poisoned past haunts a bright eve. A mother’s kiss, a bridge of love, and a burned city scene unfold with echoes of betrayal, disaster, and a pledge to endure.
The Alabama Federation of Music Clubs holds its annual meeting in Birmingham with a luncheon at 1 PM led by Dixie district president Mrs. Robert C. Pittard. The program features choirs from Bush Hills Music Club and Birmingham Southern College, pianist Darix Allen Gibson from Decatur, and a biennial officer election followed by a performance at the Municipal Auditorium.
The Rev and Mrs Joe Bell of Bessemer announce the birth of a son Philin Wayne born in March. Mrs Bell formerly Myra Tew from Dothan. Private and Mrs Janext F Price announce the birth of a son James Fredric Price on March 19 at Camp Packer Station Hospital. Mrs Price was Evelyn Bond of Dothan before marriage. Private Price serves in New Guinea. Mr and Mrs Will Lention of Dothan announce a daughter Willis Jean born February 29. Mr and Mrs Marvin Gamble of Headland announce a daughter Afficer Dean born March 10.
Methodist circles met yesterday afternoon at Lafayette Street and member homes for a mission study on God and the Problem of Suffering. Circle One had sixteen members with devotional by Mrs. Roy Young and study led by Mrs. Laster Poitevent. Circle Two welcomed Mrs. Odom as hostess. lessons by Mrs. Carr and a spiritual message by Mrs. McCarty. Circle Three hosted by Mrs. Arnold. two new members added. Circle Four at Mrs. Bottoms and Mrs. Bailey. duet sang The Shepherd of Love. Circle Five at Mrs. O'Brien. nine members and one new member Mrs. Williams. Social hour followed with light refreshments. Two dances for soldiers planned. Victory Belles at Dothan Rec Center and Camp Rucker event with transport to Camp Rucker. Mrs. L Grady to Houston after winter in Dothan with Mrs. Passmore.
An old fashioned remedy called Fenetro Vapor, claimed to ease muscular aches and coughs. The product uses a base with mutton suet and is sold for 25 cents with a double supply at 35 cents. Includes instructions to inhale vapors for nasal comfort.
The W. S. C. S. held a regular literary meeting at the church with Mrs. G. Y. Malone presiding. The Anna Pearce Circle presented the program under Mrs. J. P. Roberts, featuring talks on New Voices and Women in the Church, and a devotional based on Psalm 137. Sixty-five members attended and several new members were welcomed.
Miss Virginia Skipper hosted the Y W A semi monthly meeting with twelve members present. Mary Redman presided and the group reported $1169 raised for Week of Prayer. The program featured a Europe mission conference with impersonations of mission leaders and nurses, led by Helen Smith. A social hour followed. next meeting set for April 6 at Jamie Hudson’s home.
The column opines on wartime gender roles and the future of marriage as soldiers return. It contrasts idealized silks and luxury with rugged wartime realities and questions whether men will find their prewar dreams fulfilled. It argues women will demand enduring strength and companionship rather than mere clinging or decorative roles.
Play anagenced at the high school as part of a weekend event. Mrs LON Spock and Lesar Jr return from Canada where they were weekend guests of Mr and Mrs TV Mumma. Tickets for adults are 75 cents and children 20 cents.
A garbled obituary fragment mentions Craig W Withen Atlasts in Georgia and references Mr and Mrs J Lo Whidden. The readable data is sparse and unclear about dates or full relationships.
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