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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1958
Page
9
Leather City boot emerges as the season’s chic all weather footwear. Worn over hosiery, water-repellent soft leathers in colors, with leather soles. Styles range ankle to knee high, with zippers straps and pull-ons. Formal versions use ultra-soft leather in metallic or vivid tones with pointed toes and stiletto heels.
At Hooper Ridge Church of Christ 50 descendants attended the 30th annual Keirns reunion for Augustus C. and Sarah Eleanor Wolfe Keirns. Spicer Keirns became president Jefferson B. Keirns vice president Mrs Sam McDonald secretary and treasurer. Three siblings from the immediate family attended aged 85 to 89. A family dinner followed by songs readings and talks. The 1959 reunion is set for the second Sunday in August at the same location.
The Willis-Bartoe reunion will be held at Kachelmacher Park on Sunday. Basket dinners will be served at noon and recreation is planned. Relatives and friends are invited to attend.
A bridge analysis explains hold-up play in notrump contracts using a specific diamond sequence. It shows how ducking the first lead and delaying wins can sever enemy communications, often securing ten tricks even with favorable defender cards.
Dr and Mrs A C Anderson travel to Youngstown for their son Ernests wedding to Sarah Vernon Head of Youngstown at First Presbyterian Church. Weekend updates include relatives visiting and returning from trips with multiple family connections in Ohio and California.
The Ohio University Summer Band presents the fifth and final concert of the series Under the Elms on the Memorial Auditorium West Portico at 7 15 p m August 14 conducted by William R Brophy Assistant director of bands. Soloists Gloria Thompson soprano and Skip Lewis tenor will perform selections from The Desert Song Romberg with duets The Desert Song and One Alone. Also featured is a trumpet trio James Reese Richard Buntz and Paul Weise performing Bugler s Holiday. The program includes First Suite for Band Holst Pavanne Night Beat and marches then closes with The Stars and Stripes Forever. The event is free and rain site is inside Memorial Auditorium.
Activities include dressings for local cancer patients by the Wesleyan Methodist Missionary Society with Mrs. O. E. Cross at 112 University Terrace 7:30 p.m. The Order of the Rainbow Girls hold a majority meeting and tea for mothers at 7 p.m. Officers’ practice at 1:30 p.m. Masonic Temple. Alexander Presbyterian Church Women's Association meets at the church 1:30 p.m. Richland Area Fire Department Auxiliary holds a 7:30 p.m. regular meeting at the fire house. Alexander Presbyterian Church Women meet at the church 1 p.m.
The time to repair shoes is at the first sign of wear. Rundown heel can throw the whole shoe out of joint and gradually break down its construction.
Dr. and Mrs. L. J. Hartin entertained at their N. Shannon Ave home with a Sunday dinner for students who will receive their master's in journalism this summer. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Warren Crofoot, Mr. and Mrs. William Thompson, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Conrad, Mr. and Mrs. John Webb, and faculty members and their wives Dr. A. T. Turnbull, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Baird, and Mrs. William Baxter.
Easy crocheted bed spread pattern with four pieces. Center panel plus border in three pieces to fit 50 by 70 inches, using mercerized string or No 30 cotton for crib 40 by 56 inches. Send 35 cents, add 5 cents mailing to Athens Messenger Needlecraft Dept New York. Include pattern number name address and zone.
An advertisement for Printed Pattern 4673 describes a flattering larger-figured waist skirt in an 8-gore style with optional tab detail. It lists waist sizes from 30 to 46 inches and fabric yardage for 39 inch fabric. Send 35 cents with name and address to Anne Adams at Athens Messenger pattern department in New York.
Scientifically improved denture powder promises comfortable wear for longer holding false teeth tighter and steadier. It reduces chafing, irritation and denture breath while keeping the mouth alkaline sweet. Available at Gallaher’s.
Mrs Elizabeth Goulding presents Elizabeth a solo drama Friday at 8 in the Ohio University Theater. The performance is a Master of Arts requirement and features a Tudor stage design with lighting and sound by the solo dramatist. Admission is free.
Shorter summer cuts rule as heat makes long hair uncomfortable. Experts advise shaping that tapers and thins, with low curling needs so hair falls into place. Bangs suit high foreheads, sides curve toward the face, and layers create casual, easy maintenance. Keep instructions simple for the stylist.
Pin shoulder pads in place before checking sleeve fit. Adjust fullness so sleeves hang smooth without wrinkles after the pads are positioned.
A vintage tip recommends adding a small muslin bag of armsroot to the wash with handkerchiefs to impart a delicate violet scent. The method suggests placing the bag in with the laundry during washing.
The Young reunion gathered Sunday at Rachelmacher Park in Logan with attendees from Columbus including Miss Diana Young and Mr. and Mrs. Carl White and Woody, plus relatives from Gibisonville Junction City Athens Newark Lancaster Glouster and surrounding areas.
The article stresses that guests should inform the hostess of acceptance or regret when an invitation asks for a reply. Do not assume only a refusal requires notice. A hostess expects a confirmation or decline, not silence.
A mother advises keeping a young child content during spring cleaning by having her wash dolls and toys. Provide a wash pan brush soap towels to equip the activity and maintain engagement.
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