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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1950
Page
5
Blakely Civic Club gathered at Mrs Bert Tarver's home on Thursday afternoon. Chrysanthemums adorned the decorations while Mrs Fletcher Thompson presided and named a committee including Mrs J H Davie Mrs Robert Hell and Mrs Beet Tarver with state members present.
Enterprise special report: Mos. BR Justice installed officers of the Womans Missionary Society at First Baptist Botany. Officers named include president Joe Jern Reem, first vice president RL Murdoce, second vice president AB Lee, secretary Fox Metrail, and treasurers Henderson and Moore. Theme announced for year Ye Shall Be My Witness. About 39 women attended.
Mrs. L 8 Hawyer hosted the Wednesday club at her Man street home with pink and white dahlias. Prizes awarded to Mrs. David Waters and Mrs. B. B Howell. A salad course and iced drinks were served to attendees including Mrs. Charlie Maund and others. Mrs. E. S Conner hosted bridge on Thursday with pastel decorations and prize winners Mrs Maund and Mrs David Walters. A luncheon meeting of the Sorans Club is planned for Tuesday at Mrs A J Carmichael’s home with joint haters and a Round Table Study Chap meeting at 30 p m at Mrs Ewell Herth’s home.
Donalsonville UDC officers were installed at the Iron City gathering with Mrs. Earnest Greene presiding. New officers include president Barrest Greene and vice presidents Dunn and Yarbrough, plus a long list of committee chairs. The group approved resolutions and planned conventions while noting social events and club meetings in the area.
Members of the Robert Grierson chapter Daughters of the American Revolution met in Headland at the home of Mrs. Marvin Scott with Mrs. D G Solomon presiding. Alabama Society Regent Mrs. Smith G Fallon delivered the principal address outlining DAR objectives while Mrs. C D Hooper spoke on National Defense. A noon baled course preceded the program and numerous members attended including Mrs. C W Sidney and Mrs. W H Holley.
Glendon R. Draughon, son of Mr and Mrs LA Draughon of Cottonwood, married Myrtle, daughter of Mr and Mrs H Gus, in a quiet Cottonwood ceremony on September 17. Draughon reported for U S Air Force duty at Hamilton Field California after eighteen months in service and completing a course at Sheppard AFB Wichita Falls Texas. The bride, Cottonwood High School graduate, is identified with local families. Community Bible Study Club met with Mrs Nets Bacon leading opening meditation. Bible drill led by Mrs H Filey. Present were Mrs J A Simson, Mrs T Y White, Mrs H S Riley and Mrs Bacon.
Mr and Mrs Rolando H Thom as of Panama City Fila announce the birth of a daughter Theresa Lynnhorn at Memorial Hospital in Panama City on September 19. The mother was Evelyn Thompson formerly of Dothan. The Rev and Mrs Clyde Peter Son announce a son David Lynn born September 30 in a local hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Tadlock of Dothan and Mrs Ella Hessing of Graceville. Mr and Mrs J L Tew announce daughter Wanda Sue born September 28 at a local hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs J W Tew and Mrs Zora Belle Harris. Mr and Mrs William Sattel (Frances Formon) announce twin daughters Brenda Carolyn and Linde Marilyn born September 21 at a local hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs W A Forison and Mr and Mrs B M Lasner.
Dorothy Dix explains that vanity, dull home life, lack of affection, and emotional emptiness drive infidelity. She cites flattery, routine, and heart hunger as key factors and notes some philanderers lack emotional depth, chasing the thrill rather than lasting love.
A short religious gathering occurred after a service at the Sai temple when attendees met at the pariah house to discuss community matters and share a meal. The event involved local residents and temple members and focused on outreach and mutual support.
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