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Newspaper
Dothan Eagle
Location
Dothan, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1949
Page
5
The passage presents a reflective, uneven poem about eyes sensing dawn yet overlooking looming storms, contrasting pain and beauty, love and fellowship. It contemplates whether life’s hardships yield more good than evil, and hints at human growth and friendship across time.
Birthday dinner held Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs CD lev on Slocomb. Attending were D Riley and Will Brock from Slocomb, Wagnt from Route One, Hall family from George Town, Tom Walldack Hall Evelyn Hall from Dothan, JC Hal from Chipley, Trow Hall from Dothan, G C Hal and Pete Hall, Unil family from Marianna, Texan Hangtick, Dock Mamnnik from Ashford Route Two, L Waddell family from Route Two, Wetlen children from Dothan Route One, Hicka from Slocomb Route One.
A Merritt family reunion was held Sunday at the home of Mr and Mrs J O Harrell on Route Two. Attendees included many named members and relatives from Houston Fort Worth Malvern and other places with the event listing multiple family connections and attendees. A separate note mentions a Kelly and Arnvoort reunion planned for September 4 at the Womble home near Ronifay Florida.
Mr and Mrs Odsi Rabon entertained at a luncheon celebrating their daughter Eleanor s sixth birthday. Guests included W C Rabon James McCraney and families Maytidsen Adams Josa McCraney Mary Frances Rabon David Rabon Dick Lamb Meg Tomey Watson Tudor Tommy Eugene Ashford George L Griffin Mil or Cottonwood W A Love and son Wasan Emmett Moore.
A social cautionary piece advises a career woman to avoid discussing work and freedom with married friends. It suggests limiting talk about wardrobe, travel, and opportunities to prevent envy, resentment, or feelings of inadequacy. The guidance emphasizes diplomacy to maintain harmonious friendships.
Mrs Porimm Rice of Ashford hosted a chicken supper birthday gathering for her husband. Family friends and neighbors attended, presenting gifts as a large birthday cake was displayed. The event featured a social reception with several named local attendees and small talks.
Local notices report Toe Thacker spending two weeks with grandmother in Hayneville after API summer session. plans to resume studies September 23. Families Travelling: T W Harris and Miss Te Harris at Snonyside beach. Betty Boykin infant moved to North Long Street apartment. Multiple travel, education and family visits across Tuscaloosa, Birmingham, Atlanta, and Stevenson. Langford family to Tuscaloosa. Marlon teaching at Howard College. John Miller to University Medical School in Birmingham. Zbinden family moves to Stevenson with pastor appointment.
Mr and Mrs HM Hughes hosted a homecoming at Chattanocenee State Park on Sunday. Attendees included numerous families from Grareville, Cairo, Cottonwood, Auburndale, Dothan, Pansey, and CotLnwood, listing multiple couples and children.
Miss Barbara Chastain of Douglas arrives to teach science at Seminole High School in Donalsonville. Miss Dorothy Candell returns as high school librarian. Mr and Mrs Tom Shingler announce birth of son Thomas Randulph. Local teachers and graduates attend events. several families and visiting relatives noted. Frankfurt report shows cheap men’s suits sold by street peddlers amid surplus stock.
In a household tips column, Alicia Hart urges modern women to drop old stooping washing and cleaning habits. She recommends elevating baskets, using a wagon or chair to set work at waist or shoulder height, and organizing tools to reduce bending. She also suggests adjusting closet layouts, elevating daily items, and reconfiguring bedding to cut bending trips.
Royal Ambassadors at Blakely held a picnic after a brief business session led by Mrs. W. E. Storey. R. A. leader Bruce Lindsey was assisted by several hosts and visiting members including Eva Swain of Savannah and Ellig Moncrief of Moultrie. Attendees and visitors listed with numerous names.
Mr and Mrs G Avery entertained at a buffet supper Sunday evening honoring Miss Georgia Beile Avery and Robin S Renfroe following their wedding rehearsal. Summer flowers adorned the home and the gathering included only the two families and wedding party members.
Mr and Mrs P Mercver announce the birth of a daughter Ratty Boykin born August 2 in a local hospital. Mr and Mrs Fred Dranghou n of Margette Hendersons Geneva announce Deborran Joy born August 16. Mr and Mrs BR Wilkinson of Auburn announce Clare Leah born August 18. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs E R Roberts Belmont Mass and Mr and Mrs C O Wilkinson Dorton.
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