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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1955

Page

11

Athens Education Association Hosts Dinner for Educators

The Athens Education Association hosted a dinner for over 100 attendees at Athens High School old gym. Teachers, officials, scouts, ministers, PTA members, and business leaders from Athens City Schools and surrounding groups enjoyed remarks by E.G. Illon and Myra Ashworth, with performances by local vocal groups. Speaker Willard Barker and Fred McKay featured a film on educational needs and a note on proposed legislation.

Athens Education Athens High School Athens Boy Girl Scouts PTA Board of Education E.gillon Myra’ Ashworth Earl Washburn Dave Merrick Tom Phil Saunders Virgo Progressive Literary Club Versteeg Femble Etand Nly Houseoiers Lane ‘Barker Ste Barker Wil Rd Barta Es Sean Wirey Cat Alaska Willard Barker Aimmer Fred ‘McKay Iges Aie Madien Rooke Ot Tee Ohio Desirghing Yeatend OFWC Columbus Aph Barker George Pauline Athensome Economics Department AAUW Atte J. A. Maul Nivel Berder Halpht B Cincinnati Principe AEA Sire Clayton Ak Am Smith Mies al Schuler Martha” Hooper Jes Fierce Kathleen McAfee Irene Hand Thomas Wison Ean Washburn

Athens Women’s Golf Association Kick-Off Dinner

Fifty eight attend the Athens Women's Golf Association kick-off dinner at Athens Country Club. George L. Smith spoke on club history and course development. Don Jacobs presided. Robin Gardner is vice president. Clarence E. Starn serves as secretary and treasurer. An August 3 invitational and regular Wednesday tournaments start this week at 10 30 am. Decorations featured golf balls with jonquils. Mrs Ralph Smeck and Mrs Tom Evans arranged them.

Ight Athens Women’s Golf Association Athens Country Club George L. Smith Country Club Mire Don Jacobs Robin Gardner Clarence E. Starn Ralph ‘Smeck Tom Evans Edward A. Sprague

Mrs Athens Wins District Bake-Off With Elegant Table

Doris Patterson known as Mrs Ohio wins the district bake-off at the Ohio Fuel Gas Co office. Her table features a pink linen cloth white napkins crystal by Cambridge and Russell Wright pottery. She created a tall floral centerpiece with pink carna tions and white chrysanthemum spikes. Her winning menu includes city chicken baked potatoes green peas with mushrooms tomato and cottage cheese salad biscuit supreme with butter and banana whip as dessert.

Athens Doris Patterson Ohio Fuel Gas Co Doris Cambridge Russell Wright Pottery Sterling Gorham Rollet

Parent and Child Reported Safe After Local Disturbance

A local incident left a parent and child unsettled as officers responded to a disturbance. Authorities secured the scene and issued guidance while investigations continue. No injuries were reported, and residents were advised to avoid the area until further notice.

The Matui Cannot Win Childs Rose Denial Tale

A Mrs Marie a Lawrence recounts a delinquent youth tale drawn from trust issues with adults. A camp like setting shows a group of twenty cynical boys including a newcomer clamoring to watch a TV program. Hymie is granted access while others are denied.

Marie A. Lawrence Apne Hill Salt Mra. W Searla Mr. W

Surprise Birthday Party Honored Harley Merritt

Harley Merritt was celebrated at a four surprise birthday party Tuesday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Barnhill. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. D. T. Burns of Berea, Carl Brett, Aubray Bailey, Frank Caldwell, George Spotts, Clayton Johnson, Denelda Merritt, Kathleen Merritt, Donna Bailey, Audra Bailey, and Harley Merritt. Refreshments were served.

Harley Merritt W. A. Barnhill D. T. Burns Berea Carl Brett Aubray Bailey Frank Caldwell George Spotts Clayton Johnson Denelda Merritt Kathleen Merritt Donna ‘Bailey Audra Rae Bailey Mr. Byrne

Baby care tips urge patience and self feeding

The guide recommends letting a hungry baby try feeding alone at the start of meals. It suggests toys like a stroller to encourage movement and warns against carpets in a baby’s room for easy cleaning, while noting scatter rugs are dangerous.

Baby

Residents and visitors gather for Easter weekend in Athens area

Local notices list numerous visitors and residents in Athens friends and relatives. Prof Lasher stops in Cleveland for opera after Easter events while others travel from Lima Columbus Shelbyville and Niles for family gatherings. Calendar items include clubs, meetings, and church activities across Athens and surrounding towns.

W. M. Pierce N. C Spartanburg Tryon N.C Profesor Pierce Forerly Bart Gibson Athens Shelbyvile Ind A. D. McPherson Congress St Arthur McPherson Carol Tommy Mary Ann Scottsburg McPherson Tom Gibson Shernon Don Ohio Northern University James Looftourrow Lynn Lima Tootbcurrow The Lilly Co Brookvile

Alpha Gamma Delta Alumnae Dinner Plans For Reunion

Alpha Gamma Delta alumnae met Wednesday evening at Miss Hazel Roach’s Madison Avenue home for a potluck supper. They finalized plans for the international Reunion Day luncheon on April 23 at Ohio University Center. Several members attended as out of town guests and others listed include Mrs. Herbert Brandstitter and numerous titled attendees.

Alpha Gamma Delta Hazel Roach Madison Ave Ohio “University Center Herbert Brandstitter Marilyn Poling Bart Hooper Gretatah Ms Burt HS. Franklin Calvin James Ebright Janice Bixler John W. Stewart Berlin Breens F. Munden Clark Williams James G. Boden Vere Smith

Wellston FHA Meeting Highlights Beauty Culture Program

Wellston PHA held a Tuesday evening session with FHA adviser Miss Agnes Cooper and Mrs. Leland Sout. Nellie Wiseman Mary Low and Gilbert Dunn led the program tended by about 30 students.

Wellston

Lessons in Bridge Playing by Jacoby in York Pa

York Pa hosts a regional bridge tournament next weekend with players from distant towns. Dick Miller, a leading York player, highlighted a hand showing strategic trump play and careful ruffing to secure the contract amid lively bidding and defensive defense.

Bridge Jacoby York Dick Miller New Lancaster

West Improves Play After First Trump Error

West follows with careful plan hoping South leads another trump. Miller errs by underestimating. After taking the second trick with the king of darts, Miller cashes the ace of diamonds and ruffs a diamond in.

Sammy Nana Giamond South Miller Ling Immyrs West Declarer Ash

Bridge bidding puzzle with strong heart and spade shapes

In a four player bridge sequence South opens two spades and passes around. South holds S132 VARQES 40 9765 and considers bidding three clubs to show second suit support. The question asks for the best call given the distribution and future play in hearts or spades.

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