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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1956

Page

6

Who's Coming And Going in Athens Area April 1956 News

Mr and Mrs F M McKay returned from Florida Sunday. Their niece Mrs G T Boscoff flew from Akron to Tampa to join the McKays. Mr and Mrs Robert J Sprague and daughters Anna and Nancy of Columbus weekend guests of Dr and Mrs J R Sprague. Mr and Mrs C H Jewell returned to Magnolia Springs Alabama after visiting son Vinton Jewell and family in Athens. Mrs Jewell opened a flower and gift shop there. Their daughter Mrs Ermel Beckley and Barbara spent winter in Alabama. Barbara appeared on Toast of the Coast on WALA TV Mobile. They will return to Columbus soon.

Robert J. Sprague Anna Nancy Columbus Mr. Sprague J. R. Sprague Morris Ave Nue C. H. Jewel Magnolia Springs Alabama Vinton Jewell Athens

Waterloo Alumni skating party and community notices

Calendar items list Athens Rollercade skating 7 30 to 10 30 p m with tickets via Mrs Ben Withers or Arthur Sickels not sold at the door. Hobson Study Circle hosts Mrs Glenn Gaston Mulligan Rd 7 30 p m. Social Literary Club meets at Mrs HE Benz Fairview 2 30 p m. Mrs R L Morton hostess for Child Guidance Circle CCL 8 Cottage Tea House regrets. Senta Ladi Grange 6 p m Jim wildlife program. Families share a pie. Mechanics Mothersingers practice 7 p m see Delilah Rebekah Lodge New Refreshments Federation Circle of CCI with Mrs Bert Barnes 73 Stewart. FOR CLEAR COFFEE note on homemade filters and a home remedy. Evening supper for the gang with make your own sandwiches.

Waterloo Athens Ben Withers Arthur Sickels Hobson Study Circle Glenn Gaston Mulligan Ra Ooo Coe Child Guidance Circle CCL Cottage Tea House Senta Ladi

Electra at Ohio University Theatre Workshop Series Finale

The Ohio University Theatre Workshop stages a modern Electra in the Little Theatre Tuesday and Wednesday at 8 pm. Twenty students perform a two act full length production with decor by Sidney Malmberg under directors Anthony Trisolini and James Huff. Public admission is free.

Theatre Workshop Ohio University Theatre Workshop Anthony Trisolini James Huff Sidney Malmberg Icharge

Bishop Class Will Sponsor Extends Support to Korean Boy

At Thursday’s meeting presided by Mrs. A. J. Romine, Bishop Class voted to continue sponsoring a Korean boy for another year. Mrs. T. L. Yoho and Mrs. Opal Nichols hosted a guessing contest. Hostesses included Mrs. Harvey Cone, Mrs. F. W. Clark, Mrs. D. D. Chappelear and Mrs. Stella Chandler. New officers to be elected next meeting.

Vowen A. J. Romine T. L. Yoho Opal Nichols Harvey Cone F. W. Clark D. D. Chappelear Stella Chandler Eos

80th Birthday Is Celebrated at Home

A local family marks the 80th birthday of H. Fierce with a home gathering in Athens. Relatives Gerald Fierce, Marion, Mr. and Mrs. Yoho and their children Tynald and Jane, Harry Spaulding, Pauline, and Iris Fierce attend the quiet celebration.

Nis Athens Gerald Fieree Veas Ges Fey Marion Arsene Yoho Tynald Jane Harry Spaulding Auline Iris Suomi

MANNERS And Advice On Sympathy And Service With Ham

A fragment advises avoiding burdensome sympathy when others face misfortune and suggests lightening their load. It then shifts to a recipe note for serving pineapple rings with a soy glaze and a potato salad idea, detailing cooking steps and portions.

AAUW Book Fair Prep Reveals Domestic Tensions

Ruth Millett notes readers applaud a column arguing men should gain space at home. Letters describe husbands longing for own desk and leather chair, urging wives to concede closet and living space, reflecting shifting domestic roles and spousal dynamics.

Ruth Millett Papa

Book Fair Window Display Encourages Home Decorating

Athens Ohio residents prepare for the second annual Book Fair by showcasing books and decor in a window display at 18 E Washington St. Volunteers Mrs John Newcomb and Miss Marion Mair invite the public to browse from 9 a.m. to 5 30 p.m. with evening hours Friday. proceeds benefit the Athens County scholarship fund. The piece highlights home styling tips by Miss Carolyn Clutter and Mrs John Newcomb, urging balanced living between aesthetic design and practical family comfort.

Carolyn Clutter John Newcomb Marion Mair Princess Beauty Washington St Athens American Association of University Women Dad

Floridan Swiss Steak and Grapefruit Braise Feature

Mrs Prank Chase outlines a braised Floridan Swiss Steak recipe using round steak, grapefruit juice, and a brown sugar glaze. The method covers pounding to absorb flour, browning, and slow moist heat until tender, with serving ideas and a 1956 pattern ad included.

Gaynor Maddox Ovis Stoan Florida Citrus Mrs. Prank Chase

Melamine Baby Dishes and Care Tips From A Busy Nurse

Babies favor melamine plates and bowls for a grown up look and durability. Mothers adjust nap routines with pram suits and open windows for rest. Snap-crotch overalls in larger sizes are rare, so careful search helps. Do not treat medicine as candy, even when flavored.

Baby J

Lessons in Bridge By Oswald Jacoby Test

Admiral Redfield Mason, famed for bridge skill, recently won a big pot on a TV question program. In navy days he was called the man who knew everything including expert bridge play. The described hand led to an end play after a sequence involving clubs and diamonds, showcasing risk and finesse.

Oswald Jacoby Mason Redfield Mason Navy

Admiral Mason Plays Sharp Hand in Yokosuka Bridge Game

In Yokosuka Japan Admiral Mason then captain joined a regular game. Playing South Mason opened with a strong play at the first trick. West led diamonds and Mason covered with jack. East won with queen and later led hearts. Declarer dodged traps, forcing a heart ace at the cost of one trump. Dinner note mentions crown roast with allowance of one rib per portion.

Am Mugen East Admiral Mason Declarer Admiral Mason Yokosuka Japan West Idummy Nine of Hearts South

Bridge bidding puzzle asks for best six hearts response

In the four handed bidding sequence West North East South 1 Club 1 Spade Pass 7 You South hold e762 wo5s os732 ARIE. Determine the optimal contract and play based on the described auction and hand signals.

North East South West West North East

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