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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1945
Page
3
Excerpts reflect on wartime lessons about bloodshed and the futility of conflict. Questions to soldiers probe what gains come from war while urging learning to prevent new wars, and prayers to mobilize for peace. Also notes a Birmingham trip for a serious illness and a Dothan Harmony Club meeting with officer elections.
Mr and Mrs Charlie Mercier announce the birth of a son Robert Andrew born in a Dothan hospital on September 24. Mr and Mrs Haley Holton of Vicksburg announce a daughter Marsha Elaine born in a focal hospital on October 7. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Sam Holton of Newton route one and Mr and Mrs Ash Thomley of Newton route two.
Mr and Mrs J S Lisenby of Ocala Fla announce the engagement of their daughter Harriette to Howard Sheets of Tulsa Okla with the wedding planned for November Captain and Mrs N E Mc Gawan and daughter Eleanor departed yesterday for relatives at Empire Ala
The Federation of Music Clubs met at Troy College on the fifth Saturday, with delegates from numerous counties. State president Mrs Jane A Alexander of Florence spoke on the federation's war years work and national efforts including musical therapy for wounded soldiers, junior clubs, and folk music programs.
Slocomb Ala Mrs Fred Minshew hosted her bridge club and guests at home with pink rose arrangements and seasonal flowers. After games a short business session was led. Prizes went to Mrs Davidson and Mrs Begrest. Mr and Mrs Foy Woorham left Friday for Seattle after visiting local parents and friends.
The Marianna Chamber of Commerce letter recounts early town naming. Writer Mrs. Cecil Rhyne cites Robert Beveridge of Baltimore and wife Anna Maria forming Marianna from their spouses. Jesse Jett, a frontier trader, linked to the town’s early settlement per state librarian W T Cash. Jordan retires after 33 years with Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. Alma Palmore visits Green Cove Springs guest in Jordan home. Tindell family moves to new West Newton street address.
Paris fashion shows feature Paquin's shoulder emphasis and bold color mixes with emerald gowns and red belts, Lelong presenting bulky coats and dark tones, and Molyneaux highlighting silhouette, varied pockets, short shirts, and expressive dolman sleeves.
The Business Women's Circle of the First Baptist W M S met at the church for an evening supper with forty members and guests. Dr Henry A Parker and Mrs J J McMullan attended. new members welcomed. Dr Parker spoke on Post War Plans of the Foreign Mission Board. Music featured a vocal trio and duet, with pink dahlias as decor.
Mrs E L Johnson of 510 Dusy Street entertained Saturday afternoon with a party for her daughter Yvonne celebrating her ninth birthday. Glenda Lee and Betty Durden directed entertainment while guests arrived for punch and later an ice course.
Mrs. Alphas Jackson was honored at a miscellaneous shower on Ashford route one at the home of Mrs. C. V. Vann with Mrs. Ethel Smith as co host. Attendees included many local women and families, with travel notes mentioning Georgia Tech Notre Dame football visit and Army service veterans. The Sesame Survih met at 3 15 pm Wednesday at Mrs. Max Minne home with Mrs A B Bats leading the program.
Mrs Joma J Fionert hosts a book review meeting at 2 on Daics street this Wednesday afternoon. Members are asked to confirm the venue change and will meet then at Mrs Paul Allen's home. Nurses district association schedules a 7 30 pm gathering at Framer Ellis Hospital. Readings by Mrs Margaret S Haurerf Elba announced. All members urged to attend.
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