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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1949
Page
7
Dorothy Dix counsels that a good mother must balance discipline with enduring love, teach resilience, and avoid overidealizing children. A strong, sane mother sets boundaries, expects children to grow, and raises capable adults who face life without reliance on constant adoration.
Public promotion praising the ideal of the modern American woman as multifaceted and admirable. It highlights a model named Pat Neighbors balancing motherhood, career, homemaking, and hobbies while refashioning furniture for pleasure and profit, urging readers to pursue charm and excellence in daily roles.
Blakely F. J. A. attended the state convention in Atlanta returning home with two honors. Eleanor Bowman won a $100 scholarship for outstanding I. N. A. work and the group earned first place for Southwest Georgia with the skit Down With Soap Operas Up With B.A. Mary Eleanor Arnold was elected secretary of district one. Peggy Stewart participated in a panel discussion. Attendees include Peggy Stewart Sylvia Hartley Eugenia Houston Ann Wall Muriel Hal Angie Hudspeth Carolen Sheffield Marilyn Middleton Martha Clyde Hay Eleanor Bowman Mary Eleanor Arnold Mary Jane Hutchins Charlotte Chandler and the Blakely teacher-advisor group.
A 71 year old Moulton man Steve Jackson Montgomery died in a Decatur hospital after being injured Friday near Courtland. Sheriff G B Brars said Montgomery apparently fell from a truck driven by his son Charlie. The son was being questioned as the investigation continues. In a separate Alabama crash a 60 year old Black man Wil Mart died from injuries after being struck by a car in Florence on Saturday.
No. 2549 is cut in sizes 10 12 14 16 18 20 36 38 and 40. Size 16 4 percent yards 35 1n. Send 24c for PATTERN with Name Address and Style Number. State Size desired. The Summer Fashion Book is just off the press presenting best in Summer fashions designed for easy sewing using cottons. Over 150 patterns for all ages and occasions. Send now for your copy 25 cents. Address Pattern Depart The Dothan Eagle 121 W 19th St New York 11 NY.
A reader asks if height should affect marriage to a shorter husband. The reply emphasizes character intelligence love and congeniality over inches, noting many great marriages feature mismatched heights and urging the couple to marry if they are right for each other.
A fire that destroyed the second floor of a Montgomery boarding house yesterday cost the life of William Craston Nelson, 31, a boarder. Another man, Lonie Trenderson of Deatsville, Ala., suffered serious burns to his face hands and arms. Assistant Fire Chief D L Coker said Henderson awakened other sleepers upstairs and aided their escape.
Dr Theo Jackson of Haleyville was elected president of the Alabama Chiropractic Association at a two day Birmingham meeting. First vice President is Dr R R Williamson of Roanoke and Dr M C Nappi of Birmingham serves as secretary treasurer. Board of governors includes Birmingham doctors C B Worth Dwight Evans A W Holberts Wallace F Bowen Alma Taylor J Foe Thompson Roy Owens from Anniston and Montgomery. Next meeting scheduled for Montgomery in November.
DAVID TAYLOR MARKEE reports advice from the National Kindergarten Association on reducing preschool quarrels. A well rested child fights less, jealousy with elder siblings can spark conflict, and parents should teach respect for others' property while guiding children to resolve disputes themselves.
In Jupiter Florida a cross was burned Saturday night amid protests over Palm Beach county’s beach dedication for Negroes II. It marks the second cross attack in five days on Peach Road residents who fear against action. A citizen committee opposes the measure and contemplates seceding to Martin County, though lawyer Paul Potter says legislative action is unlikely this session.
Washington reports the Air Force will proscribe soft rolled grommet and front spring stuffing caps. The rule takes effect September 1959, as airmen adjust from wartime headgear to helmets with built in headsets for jet and high speed aircraft.
A brand new remedy known as benzene hexachloride or BHC promises a single application that eradicates both lice and mange. The advertisement claims the spray is effective with careful use.
The Alabama Civitan district annual meeting is underway in Birmingham with Civitan International President Eugene J. Bryan presiding. Mayor Cooper Green welcomes delegates as Governor-elect Grady Kay and notable reporters prepare to present reports on the convention agenda.
Farmers face choosing winter grazing methods as spring plans firm up. Projections note forage needs and potential crop rotations, with emphasis on aligning stock feed with available pasture and stored feeds for the upcoming season.
The article notes rinsing the teapot with boiling water prior to adding tea leaves. This step warms the pot and helps prevent loss of temperature, ensuring a steadier brew.
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