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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 18, 1958

Page

6

Nuptial Shower Honors Bride-Elect Mary Lou Wichterman

A Japanese themed nuptial shower was hosted August 12 at the Williams home in McConnelsville for Miss Mary Lou Wichterman bride elect of Richard E. Green of McConnelsville. Guests included family and friends with prizes awarded to several attendees and close family members present.

Mary Lou Wichterman Richard E. Green McConnelsville Clark E. Williams James E. Householder Carolyn Williams Emily Householder Williams Elmwood Place R. F. Wichterman George Kennedy Carl Roberts Mary Williams Sally Lynn Wendell Rose C. W. Reamer Roger Bishop Gabe Guerra Paul Kimes Sarah Bowling Esther Fleming Nancy Owens Sue Skinner Beverly Hoskins

Spill Proof Perfume Container Travel Scent Lace Influence

A spill proof perfume container fits in a handbag ideal for travel. The fragrance is described as lace inspired with a delicate, refined aroma suitable for on the go use.

Tucker Reunion Held at Athens County Fairgrounds

The annual Tucker reunion took place last Sunday at the Athens County Fairgrounds with a noon picnic, reminiscences, and a business meeting electing officers Joe South as president and treasurer and Miss Arminda Kimes as secretary. Birth announcements included Jeffrey Dziak Kimberly Ann Wagner and Tommy South. Next year’s gathering is planned for August 16 at the Crooksville park with many Athens area attendees listed.

Athens County Fairgrounds Tucker Joe South Arminda Kimes Jeffrey Dziak John Dziak Kay Kelley Kimberly Ann Edwin Wagner Sue Ann Kelley Tommy South Dale South Crooksville L. M. Wilson Sarah Ann John H. Simpson Jay and Mare Parkersburg W. Va W. B. Mason, Jr Milton Jimmie Waterford Richard Kelley John Kelley Bucyrus Mary Jane Reece Galion Ellis South Janet Joe Harvey South Athens Bertha Tucker Pavonia Victor Tucker Mansfield J. W. Kelley J. L. C. Kelley John South David Tommy Flora Koler

Community Homecomings and Suppers Scheduled

Clark’s Chapel Serving Supper and Jeffers homecoming set for Sunday near Jerseyville with pot luck dinners. Stanley family reunion at Athens County Fairgrounds also August 31 with basket dinner. Long Bottom homecoming on August 31 with program and basket meal. Clark’s Chapel hosts chicken on hot buns and ice cream social Thursday at five.

Long Bottom Clark’s Chapel Church

Sock doll pattern for easy handmade toy

Delightful sock doll pattern 703 offers a charming inexpensive project. Send 35 cents, plus 5 cents extra for first class mailing, to The Athens Messenger for pattern pieces and directions, with name address and zone clear. Bonus La ura Wheeler Needlecraft Book included. order copy for 25 cents.

Athens Messenger Needicraft P.O Old Chelsea Station New York N. Y Laura Wheeler

Flower Printed Linens Glamorous and Practical

A lively guide to flower themed home textiles. Flower printed sheets and pillowcases brighten bedrooms while remaining machine washable. The piece also extols patterned terry towels for kitchen use, noting color coordination and ease of care.

Mirrors Add Drama to Crowded Rooms in Home Decor

Designer Eleanor Ross notes mirrors can expand a space and add drama. She highlights using multiple slim mirrors along a wall above sofas or beds, and references cloisonne knobs as trim. Hexagonal pastel framed mirrors offer smart, versatile styling for mixed accessories.

Social Calendar Items Include Meetings and Sales

Gold Star Mothers meet at 7 30 p m at the American Legion Hall with sales tax stamps requested. New Marshfield Rebekah Lodge holds degree practice at 8 p m with refreshments and a white elephant sale announced for attendees.

American Legion Hall New Marshfield Rebekah

Broadway Hits At Columbus Opera Club Aug 24

The Columbus Opera Club presents a Broadway program on August 24 at 7 30 p m in the Park of Roses Columbus featuring songs from Music Man Paint Your Wagon Song of Norway Kismet Wonderful Town and My Fair Lady with soloists and the Concert Chorus conducted by Robert Barr Also noted is a Beechwold Toastmasters Club member to be announced The Park of Roses at Action Road and North High Street hosts the Parks of Roses series next Aug 31 with the Jory Fasting Ballet in its third performance at 8 p m nationwide through Park of Roses venue.

Columbus Opera Club Columbus Park of Roses Robert Barr Columbus Ohio Beechwold Toastmasters Club Park of Roses Jory Fasting Ballet Whetstone Park Action Road North High St

Kyle Reunion Set for Sunday At Athens Fairgrounds

The Kyle family reunion and Kiwanis Shelter House at the Athens Co Fairgrounds are scheduled for Sunday August 24. All relatives and friends are invited.

Stanley Athens Co. Fairgrounds Kyle Kiwanis

Delicious with omelet and herbs in French cookery

A French recipe notes that fines herbes combines parsley tarragon and chives with a touch of chervil. The blend enhances omelets and pan grilled steak or a green salad. If fat collects in the skillet during pan broiling, pour it off during cooking.

Easy To Sew Pattern 4666 For Half Sizes

Printed directions appear on each pattern piece for a versatile dress or blouse. Designed to fit shorter fuller figures with scoop neck options. Includes size 12½ to 24½ and yardage details for dress and blouse plus mail order instructions.

Anne Adams Athens Messenger Pattern Dept West 17Th St New York N. Y

Democratic Women Host Reception At Athens Grange Hall

About 100 guests attended the Athens Democratic Women’s Club reception at the Grange Hall on Friday. Honored were Rev Walter Moeller from Lancaster, candidate for Congress from the 10th District, George Banks for State Legislature, and Wayne Wiley for county commissioner, with their wives. The event featured punch and cookies, an ice mold of frozen roses, and remarks on the district’s voting history and women’s role in politics.

Athens Grange Hall Athens Democratic Womens Club Walter Moeller Lancaster Congress George Banks Wayne Wiley Mildred Banks Marvin Sickels New

Kelley Family Returns Home After Visiting Relatives

MR. AND MRS. J. W. Kelley return to 141 Morris Ave. after visiting relatives in Montpelier Bucyrus Columbus Huntington Parkersburg W Va and Zanesville. In Montpelier they stayed with A L Kelley and in Bucyrus with R E Kelley. In Columbus they stayed with Mrs. Cline, mother of Mrs. Kelley.

J. W. Kelley Morris Ave Montpelier Bucyrus Columbus A. L. Kelley R. E. Kelley

Wednesday Golf Pairings at Athens Country Club

Pairings announced for Wednesday women’s golf at Athens Country Club. Morning group features Stella Studer Jane Evans Jean Dupler Jean Christiansen Barbara Dent Millie Hall Mary Hope Vi Widdoes Mary Wilson Kate Wood Ann Algeo Gladys Jacobs Lois Orr Laura Coon Gino Cline Louise Jones Carolyn Wickham Dorothy Algeo Alma Rauch Gail Good Claudine Rut ter Wilma Gardner Marian Reeder Shirley Baur Olga Coon Bernadine Allen Doris Tom Cheryl Seel Maud Ferry Mary Hanger Ruth Sweeney Laura Rosenberg Ruth Ritchie Jean Sprague Betty Beckley Sara Strawn. Afternoon players include Mary Helen Vincent Bernadine Farrell Sandy Garber Margaret Maffett Esther Merrick Irma Betts Margaret Burt Belle Cornwall Ethel Collins Eula Ashton and Mabel Ward. Play will be for low net.

Athens Country Club Stella Studer Jane Evans Jean Dupler Jean Christiansen Barbara Dent Millie Hall Mary Hope Vi Widdoes Mary Wilson Kate Wood Ann Algeo Gladys Jacobs Lois Orr Laura Coon Gino Cline Louise Jones Carolyn Wickham Dorothy Algeo Alma Rauch Gail Good Claudine Rutter Wilma Gardner Marian Reeder Shirley Baur Mary Helen Vincent Bernadine Farrell Sandy Garber Margaret Maffett Esther Merrick Irma Betts Margaret Burt Belle Cornwell Ethel Collins Eula Ashton Mabel Ward

suds and water trick cleans brightens mirrors

A simple method uses thick suds on a cloth dipped in warm water to remove spots for a lasting mirror shine. Add a small amount of kerosene or ammonia to clear water, rinse, then dry with a lint free cloth or crumpled newspaper for a reflective finish. Members of the Ladies Aid Society hold quilting at Mrs. Hilda Easler's home with a noon potluck. Circle 3 meets at 7 30 p m with Mrs. Lenora McGinnis on Central Ave.

Ladies Aid Saiety Hooper Ridge Circle 3 Central Ave

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