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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Nov 28, 1944
Page
3
A readable fragment shows a groom seeking a formal vow with a bride as his wife amid a community setting. The text hints at a personal pledge and the intent to formalize the union, reflecting a domestic milestone within a local context.
Miss Wilda Mendheim entertained Thursday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs Otis Mendheim with games and refreshments. Attendees included many local residents and relatives.
A brief notice reports the birth of Billy Hugh Reed Handsare, the young son of Se M. Reed and Hough areas Prince. The announcement lists Di Mirs W and FP as associated parties.
Corporal and Mrs. J. M. Powell Sr of Oklahoma announce the arrival of a son, James Layton, at Capitol Hill General Hospital on November 2. Mrs. Powell, formerly Christine Layton of Ashford, and the Powells’ other child Howard Rex, born November 26, are noted. MoM. was Corine Keys. Olive Nowell of TM.
Several hundred guests attended a reception Friday night honoring the Rev. D. C. Whitsett new pastor of the First Methodist Church and the Rev. George Kerlin new district superintendent. The event featured music, refreshments, and a reserving line with city clergymen and their wives, plus university students home for holidays.
Former Dothan resident Jobney Johnson received a promotion on November 2 to lieutenant at Belvoir Fort Delve Virginia. He was educated in Dothan schools, graduated from Murphy High School Mobile, and earned a degree from Alabama Polytechnic Institute Auburn. Johnson is the son of Mr and Mrs Johnson of Dothan and grandson of Mrs Morgan of the area.
The Joner Clas of the Moremb High School will present a play Hold Everything at 7:30 in the school auditorium. Proceeds go to the school building fund to buy seats and improve air prints. Mrs. F.C. Phinney directs. cast includes Carl En-dnger, June McArthur, Charles Bar Dav Necks, Vivian Huz.
Private Hilson Benefield, home on furlough after Pacific service, was honored at a birthday anniversary dinner hosted by his mother Mrs. Wille Benefield of Coward. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Lee Cameron and many local relatives and friends. Other notices mention visits and returns of several residents to and from nearby towns and colleges.
Two Dothan men listed as killed in action in the European Theater by the War Department. PFC James R. Smith, son of Alphis W. Smith of Dothan route one, and Private George J. Flournoy, husband of Mrs. Dorothy L. Flournoy of South Street. Flournoy’s death had been reported by his wife weeks earlier.
First Baptist women unite in multiple home circles for mission studies and prayer, led by Mrs. Haynes and others. Members attend, share responses, and discuss the book Pray Ye while circle leaders direct the program and closing prayers. Several members host gatherings and include visitors, with notes on travel and returns.
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