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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 26, 1955

Page

9

Secretaries To Form NSA Group In Athens Area

Secretaries announce that CPS examination results will be mailed to participants within hours after Labor Day. The National Secretaries Association International sponsors the ten hour six-subject test to raise educational standards and assist employers in hiring qualified secretaries. Ruth Ellen Story of The Me Bee Co. in Athens is handling membership details and contact information for prospective members.

Ters National Secretaries Association International Iss Ruth Ellen Story Me , Bee Co Athens

Corrie Hall Club Hosts Picnic and Potluck Meeting

Corrie Hall club of the Amity Grange met at Hooper's Park with 13 attendees for a potluck. Hats made of kitchen items were auctioned by Pearl Ator. Winners were Mary Chase and Eloise Sewell. Future plans include a Grange Hall gathering hosted by Genevieve Grinstead and Ada Atoras, with Eloise Sewell directing.

Corrie Hall Grange Hooper's Park Pearl” Ator Mary Chase Eloise Sewell Melva Radcliffe Irene Wingett Ita Miller Grange Hall Genevieve Grinstead Ada Atoras

Coming And Going Notices From Area Residents

The Rev and Mrs Phil Porter Jr and children Andy Judy Margie and Carol returned home from Mackinac Island Mich where they vacationed since early July. Bill Smeck son of Ralph and Mrs Smeck Athens returns today from Camp Wilson YMCA near Bellefontaine. Mr and Mrs Smeck drive to Camp Wilson for him. Edith Jordan 404 Richland Ave had guests Joan Frazier Barberton and Hazel Kenny Columbus Roth OU graduates. Mrs Melvin Brown Columbus returned home Wednesday after visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Mitton Nuzum and her husband’s parents Mr and Mrs Brown.

Phil Porter Andy Judy Margie Carol Mackinac "Island Mich Ince Porter Church of the Good Shepherd Episcopal Bill Smeck Ralph Smeck Athens Camp Wilson Bellefontaine Table Lane Sally-ho Chautauqua Edith Jordan Richland Ave Joan Frazier Barberton Hazel Kenny Columbus Roth Melvin Brown Columbus Mitton Nuzum Arent Frown

Garden Club Picnic Held by Albany Community Group

Mrs. C. E. Stout presided as hostess at the Albany Community Garden Club picnic. Members showcased corsage making, begonia varieties, and garden gear. Dues were paid. Mrs. John Radekin of Star Garden Club to install officers at the next meeting September 9 at 1:30 pm at Mrs. Ira Spencer’s home.

C. E. Stout Albany Community Garden Club L. F. Miller le H. Chase Sharjnle Bean Miln Sisson Pyc Rege Hapa Gillogly Arthur Stuart John Radekin Star’ Garden Club Ira Spencer

Warm Feeling Lends Beauty in Everyday Interactions

A reflection on how genuine warmth toward others, not outward appearance, shapes how we are perceived. Children notice authentic kindness and hospitality, often overlooking flaws, while adults may miss the small details that reveal true welcome and emotional warmth.

June Cox

New Seamless Hose Attracts Shoppers

Seaming Hosiery touts seamless stretch stockings for comfort and fit. Advert says buyers will find both Jenmioen and Soames brands in stock while quantities last. Customers note previous hosiery failed to maintain shape. Price and availability details not provided in fragment.

Jenmioen Soames

We The Women Albany Grange Calendar Notice

Calendar listing for Albany Grange shows events with evening starts at 8:30 pm and 8:30 pm sessions featuring talks and refreshments including sandwiches and pie. Details are fragmentary but indicate social meetings and informal gatherings hosted by Trimble Grange and We The Women groups.

Albany Grange

Youth Group elects Officers at Alexander Church

The Senior Youth Fellowship of the Alexander Presbyterian Church elected officers Sunday evening. Dick Cromen is president Joanne Wingo vice president and reporter and Linda Byron secretary and treasurer committees were appointed.

Mgn Routh Alexander Presbyterian Church Dick Cromen Joanne Wingo Linda Byron

Lessons in Bridge Playing by Jacoby

In this chessboard style review Jacoby analyzes where South misread the situation and why the bidding and opening lead ideas misled the players. The article explains how West’s strong opening and South’s overcautious response led to a shabby result and suggests adjustments for better fit with diamonds.

Bridge Jacoby

It's A Trick To Note Our Child's Accomplishments

Mrs. Muriel Lawrence argues that praising a child for parents' work risks creating envy and theft. A craftsman father repairs an express wagon, turning it into a prized, showy toy, while Paul feels inadequate and contemplates claiming his father's efforts. The piece urges respect for a child's own work and cautions against inflating parental accomplishments.

Muriel Lawrence Paul Wendy

St Mark's Church School Closes After Week of Vesper Service

The St Mark's Lutheran Church School closed recently after a weeklong program ending with a vesper service and a picnic roast. About 30 attendees, including teachers and visitors from Mason and Detroit, participated in classes led by Pastor Peters and Mrs Blessing.

Angates Fennsylvenia Steve Youner Mtton St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Tee Veinner Ola Sean Rows Amy Dona Peters C.C Lola Jean Roush Sackson Mills June Spence Kathleen ‘Thompson Walter Bush Detroit Mich Frente Mason P. E. Roush

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