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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1956

Page

9

Coming and Going in Athens Social Circles

Mrs H I C Smith plans a Grand Rapids visit followed by Monterey California to honor granddaughters with her son and daughter in law. A DeMolay conclave in Akron gathers twelve Athens boys including Richard White and Jim Hughes. Recent guests include Susan and Barbara Person and the Andersons of Waltham Massachusetts.

H1. C._Smith Grand Rapids Mich Alex Molnarter T. M. Baebler Person Lake Hope Monterey Calif Inlaw W. C. Smith Monroe Vermillion Anderson Joe Maffett Mrs. Person Athens Akron Richard White Harry Begg John Reamer John Cline Phillip Baedecker Everett Person Dan Dailey Gainford Beck Beck Cottage Portage Lake William Applebye Howard Flinn Carrolton Mr. Dailey Paul Leatherberry

Messenger invites recipe trades and requests in Women’s Page

The Messenger announces a recipe exchange via the Women’s Page. Readers may trade and print favorite recipes and requests, sharing family dishes and culinary tips. Address correspondence to the Women’s Page Editor of The Messenger.

the Messenger

Two area women to receive nursing diplomas today

Nancy Vickroy of Athens and Barbara Jo Kidd of Millfield will receive nursing diplomas from Grant Hospital in Columbus today. The ceremony marks their transition to trained nurses as they complete the program.

Grant Hospital Columbus Nancy Vickroy Athens Barbara Jo Kidd Millfield

Lessons in Bridge by Oswald Jacoby

North balks at raising to two spades and South loses a key trick sequence. East finds correct defense with a trump return. A series of heart and club plays leads to the defense regaining control, leaving South in danger of a down one unless perfect defense or a favorable lie of the cards occurs.

Oswald Jacoby North South East Jae Declarer West

Bridge bidding puzzle with balanced hands and no-trump aim

South holds K2 WASORA 2 AQNO53 and must decide in the given auction after 1C, 1H, 1S, Pass. With the auction朝 North East South West 1Club Pass 1Heart Pass 1Spade Pass, the recommended bid is three no trump. This call shows two stoppers in unbid suits and about points in a balanced hand, guiding the responder to a neutral contract while preserving coordination with partner.

Needle Work Easy To Sew Cardigan Patterns For Girls

Simple crochet cardigan and shirtwaister patterns for girls ages 4 6 and 8 with two color options. Directions list sizes 4 12 to 22 12 with material requirements and stitch illustrations. Send 25 cents in coins plus name address and pattern number to Anne Cabot The Athens Messenger and 35 cents for ACH to Sue Burnett Americas New York 36 for the other pattern.

Anne Cabot Athens Messenger Sue Burnett Ave Americas New York 36

Social Calendar Highlights Aids Waterloo Firemen Ice Cream Social

The RID ay Auxiliary hosts an ice cream social at New Marshfield at 6 p.m. featuring ice cream, pie, cake and coffee. Burlingham Church holds annual homecoming with Sunday school at 10 a.m. and a noon basket dinner, public invited. Also listed are mixed duplicate bridge events at Albany Grange Hall and Grange Club with pie reservations.

Waterloo Firemen New Marshfield Burlingham Church Ath- Albany Grange Grange Hall Ens Country Club

Fashion and church events mix in scattered notes

The fragment discusses wardrobe planning for school events and social dances, stressing foundation garments like brassieres and girdles, fabric choices, and laundry needs. It mentions a church homecoming at Burlingham Church with Sunday services at 10 a.m. and a noon basket dinner, inviting the public.

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Foundations for Youthful Figures and Budget Wise Garments

The guide lists brassieres starting at one dollar four-way stretch girdles and pantie girdles from about four bralets five to fifteen dollars. It advises buying according to budget and figure noting that complex garments mold full curves while simpler pieces smooth a slight figure. It stresses accurate fit and remeasuring between terms.

We, The Women We, The Women by Ruth Millets

A reader challenges the term housewife, arguing modesty prompts the label while praising the empowering view of being a wife and mother. The letter asserts many women love their role, noting the boss pays in living standards, supports home life, and that many would not trade their jobs or bosses for career paths.

Ruth Millets Jobody

Missing Athens bank cashier detected near Logan

Athens Ohio August 24 reliable sources report a prominent local banking executive disappeared last Saturday evening. He was last seen driving north on Court Street then left at the Armory on Route 33 and continued to Main and Market Streets in Logan. A waitress at Blosser's Restaurant mused about a mood shift, while an advertisement urged a roast chicken dinner deal.

Athens Ohio Ourt Street Rt. 33 Market Sts Logan Blosser

Light Fruit Recipes for Summer Fare by Gaynor Maddox

Assorted light fruit recipes and a Sunday menu note from Gaynor Maddox include Blueberry Souffle with Custard Sauce and Fresh Lemon Cream. The directions cover ingredients, mixing, baking in a slow oven, and serving with whipped cream and lemon rind garnish alongside a Sunday menu featuring melon balls, roast turkey and sides.

Gaynor Maddox

Teen's Mother Fights for Taste

Alicia Hart examines the friction between teenage girls and mothers over fashion choices. Mothers seek suitability and budget balance, while teens push for trendier styles. A thoughtful dynamic arises as daughters learn to seek guidance before fashion dictates rules.

Alicia Hart

Week's Best Buys Meat Prices Rise With Beef Global Peak

Housewives hunt weekend bargains with sirloin steak and rib roast up 3 to 10 cents a pound as wholesale beef prices peak. Pullet eggs key balance as young hens begin laying, with 33 cents a dozen for pullet eggs and 67 cent large eggs in New York. Vegetables remain plentiful with beans cabbage carrots cauliflower onions and peppers in good supply. Fruits show peaches high in some areas though blueberries cantaloupe and watermelon are generally solid buys at most counters.

Associated Press New York

Band Practice Called by Waterloo Band

The Waterloo Band will practice Monday August 27 at 6 30 p.m. Every band member is to be present.

Waterloo Pracice

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