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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1952

Page

6

Who's Coming And Going

Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Beverage returned from a ten day trip to Washington D C visiting their daughter and son in law Mr. and Mrs James Parrott at Franklin Manor on Chesapeake Bay. Bernard Lebeau of Paris, France visits William J Driscoll. Lebeau plans to attend Ohio University this year. Putnam Homecoming drew S J Scott Esta Martin and Clark Williams family members at Putnam Church near Zalerki. Lambd a Chi Alpha OU members John A Mierzwa Pete Shimrak Cary Rath Frank Paparone and Joseph A Oliveri attend the 23rd biennial convention at the Waldorf Astoria New York August 21 to September 3 with about 1000 delegates from 140 chapters. Jean Hersholt will speak.

Mrs. C. B. Beverage Washington D. C Mrs James Parrott Parrott Franklin Manor Chesapeake Bay William J. Driscoll Bernard Lebeau Paris France Mr. Bebeau United States Ohio University S. J. Scott Esta Martin Clark Williams Carolyn Putnam Church Zalerki John A. Mierzwa Pete Shimrak Cary Rath Frank Paparone Joseph A. Oliveri Lambda Chi Alpha Waldorf-Astoria Hotel New York City Canada Jean Hersholt Radio and Screen

Athenian Elected To Auxiliary Post

Mrs. C. J. Allstock of Athens was elected treasurer of the American Legion Auxiliary at the close of a three day convention in Columbus. Other Ohio officers named include Mrs. Charles McNeil Toledo president Mrs. Linus Schmelzer Delphos first vice president and Mrs. Lester Nimon Canton second vice president. The Legion selected Cleveland for the 1953 convention.

C. J. Allstock Athens American Legion Auxiliary Columbus Ohio Auxiliary Charles McNeil Toledo Linus Schmelzer Delphos Lester Nimon Canton the Legion Cleveland

Military Day at BIS Highlights 51st Event in Lancaster

Mr and Mrs Clark Williams and daughter Carolyn attend the 51st Military Day at the Boys Industrial School in Lancaster with 750 cadets competing for prizes. A reception and buffet follow at the superintendent's home attended by state welfare officials and OU alumni including Eric F Bell and Delbert Nixon.

Clark Williams Carolyn Boys Industrial School Lancaster Cadet Corp State Welfare Department Williams Ohio University Eric F. Bell Delbert Nixon House of Representatives Jefferson County Bell Nixon BIS

Get Out and Vote Declares Founder of Minute Women

Suz anne Silvercryus Stevenson founder and president of the Minute Women of the USA tours the country urging women to vote. She notes a decline in female voters since 1920 and says two million more women than men are qualified to vote. The group, with 50 000 members in 48 states, aims to boost turnout and uphold constitutional values.

Paul Revere Suzanne Silvercryus Stevenson The Minute Women of the USA Stevenson Baron Silvercryus Supreme Court of Belgium United States Connecticut

Campus Fashions Feature Favorites

College men return to campus in fall wearing hats with telescope crowns and narrow-brimmed centered crests. Band colors, feathers, and sports motif decorations appear on tyrolean styles for games and casual wear. The all wool cap returns with a smaller visor and checks, plaids, and solids. A deer stalker adds variety and a touch of mystery.

NEW York NEA

Give Your Child Independence

During the first six months parents should foster a warm secure bond without over handling. Feed when hungry keep comfortable cuddle occasionally. gentle tone and loving eye contact reassure the baby. Vary positions to prevent boredom and include the child in daily activities.

Easy to Sew Pattern 8864 for Fall and Winter ’52

Pattern No 8864 a sew-rite perforated pattern in sizes 34 through 48 features princess lines a smooth shoulder to hem neckline twin pockets and easy fit. Send 30c coins name address size desired and pattern to Sue Burnett The Athens Messenger New York 36 for Basic FASHION for ’52 Fall and Winter priced 25c.

Sue Burnett Athens Messenger Ave Americas New York N. Y

Needlework patterns for baby linens and garments

Bright iron on designs depict bears kittens and puppies 18 motifs range 1 by 2 inches to 2 by 4 inches Pattern No 2156 includes transferring and laundering directions and a tot apron pattern Send 25e in coins with name address and pattern number to Anne Cabot The Athens Messenger 1150 Ave Anns New Album of Needlework offers grand designs features and a gift pattern for 25 cents

Anne Cabot Athens Messenger Ave. Americas New York N. Y

Adventure Vacation for Families, Says Travel Expert

A travel director for a large oil firm, Carol Lane, argues that family trips work best when framed as adventure. She describes hands on experiences from 500 feet underground to quarry tours and visits to historic towns to engage children with real world-learning beyond traditional schooling.

New York NEA Carol Lane

Right Signatures and Quiet Field Trips for Kids

A collection of brief notes on proper name signing for job letters, church events at Clarks Chapel WSCS ice cream social, and tips for arranging educational visits to farms or industries. Practical guidance includes letting children help plan trips and favoring lean foods like skim milk and carrot recipes.

Clarks Chapel WSCS

Broiling Chicken Tips and Tangy Basil Garlic Vinaigrette

To broil chicken place pieces flat on the rack and snap cartilage to break major joints. For dressing, use basil or garlic vinegar to make cale slaw or potato salad especially delicious.

Social Calendar Tidbits for Tuesday in Grange and Church Events

Troy Grange meets at Grange Hall Coolville at 8 p.m. Take cookies. WBA IOOF Hall hosts 8 p.m. at Guysville Methodist Church WSCS. Annual family picnic on church lawn at 6 30 p.m. Bring table service.

Troy Grange Grange Hall Coolville WBA IOOF Guysville Methodist Church Wscs Church Lawn

Salesmanship in religion and Sunday school teaching

The author argues that religious teaching requires salesmanship to engage students and parishioners. He cites Sunday school teachers and college professors, praising effective, motivating instruction and urging churches to offer sales training to promote religious participation. He compares early Christian traveling salesmen to modern teachers and urges more dramatic storytelling.

St. Paul Northwestern Chicago Evanston

Fathers and sons friendship advice from a reader letter

A reader asks for guidance on fathers bonding with sons, urging fathers to share interests and be friendly rather than only correcting. The piece asserts a father’s role as a friend is crucial for boys’ development and notes a missed name in the Ohio Valley Summer Theatre board roster with new members announced.

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