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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1949
Page
7
Dorothy Dix answers why the percentage of spinsters rises, noting that marriages once were necessity for social and economic reasons. Now many women can support themselves, pursue careers, or choose to wait for Mr Right. Shyness, poor dating skills, and overprotective mothers also contribute to daughters remaining unmarried.
A 16 year old boy asks if he should elope with a 14 year old girl or abandon the plan to avoid parental disapproval. The adviser urges postponement for at least five years, arguing a teenage marriage would fail due to immaturity and economic hardship, and questions the viability of a child marriage.
Miss Vivian Richards and Jason L Hudnell united in a quiet Church of Christ ceremony at Key West on May 15. The bride, daughter of T J Richards, wore pale blue crepe, navy accessories, and a sweetheart roses corsage. Hudnell, commissary steward third class in the U.S. Navy, previously oversaw a bakery in St Petersburg and is now stationed at Key West. They will reside at 1215 Eliza Street after a wedding trip to Cubs, with home set after May 30.
The Philathea Class of First Methodist met for its monthly social at Mrs. J A Mixson's home with co host Mrs Dewey H Russ. Mrs J R Colson led the devotional and Mrs John Pittman headed the program. Attendees included numerous members and two hostesses served refreshments.
Mrs. A. Thomas of Thomasville visits her sons C. D. Thomas and Bertam Thomas. County agent Eugene Ragan attends a Georgia Extension training in Athens. Carol Howard attends a two week training at Fort Benning. Mrs. Lottie Hawkins visits E. C. Smith Sr. and family. Gibbons family ill at home. Ted Wilhite and family visit aunt E. C. Smith after returning from Okinawa. Residents and relatives from Blakely, Miami, Fairfield, Macon, Mobile, Albany, Port St. Joe, and St. Petersburg are noted visiting or staying. Emile Suthers to undergo hospital treatment. Captain Vera Bush returns to Eglin Field after vacation. Continuous local visitors include Mosely, Maine, Barber, and others.
A woman asks about opening a bank account jointly or in her name while her partner keeps the bank book. The advice suggests maintaining financial independence, noting that a man may treat a woman poorly when she relies on him financially, and urges holding on to her money.
Mr. and Mrs. William P. Morris of Hartford announce the birth of a son, Robert William, in a local hospital on May 17. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Cassidy of Ozark and Mr. and Mrs. N. W. Morris of Daleville. Anne Holland of Andalusia arrives for an extended visit with her sister and brother‑in‑law Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Newton at 208 Madison Avenue. Weekend guests included Mr. and Mrs. Gene Robertson and children of Alexander City, Mr. and Mrs. Ferelle Pollard of Andalusia, and Mr. and Mrs. E. K. Pollard of Dallas. Natives of Tristan da Cunha note contrasting dental trivia about toothbrushing.
The Harmony Club will convene at 16 00 on Thursday at the Houston Memorial Library. Hostesses include Mrs H H Hall Mrs A E Mathis and Miss Aurie Frazier. Mrs Al Shack will lead the program featuring piano performances by Mrs W F Calhoun and Mrs Marvel Harrison and a violin number by Mrs Elmer Pollen Jr. New officers will be installed with Mrs F M Gaines directing the service.
The weekend visit included Mr. and Mrs. R. T. Brinkley and children Wilma Mae and Thomas, with Mrs. J. D. McDonald of Tallahassee, Florida, and Mrs. F. C. Hoffman of Panama City, Florida.
The Sesame Study club meets Friday at Mrs. G. W. Blakely's Campbell's mill cottage. Members should arrive by 10:00 a.m. for a business session before the luncheon.
A brief health note promotes Black-Draught as a laxative remedy for upset stomachs caused solely by constipation. It claims prompt, thorough relief when used as directed and touts long-running sales, urging readers to get a package today.
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