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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1955
Page
9
Imperial Elect Most popular souvenirs to be served at the company dinner. American tourists bring items from Ireland including Waterford pottery and bog oak. Guests will meet Wednesday, Dec 14, for preparations and display.
Pomeroy announces the marriage of Lucretia Mae Pomeroy to Arthur Allen Stobart of Rev Route 2. The ceremony was conducted by Rev Donald Beevers at Pomeroy Church of Christ on Wednesday November 30. The bride wore a navy two piece dress with navy accessories and an orchid corsage. Best wishes were given to the couple, who returned from a short trip and plan to reside at 306 Mechanic Street.
The Laurel Club gathered at Mrs. Ch In Midleport for a Christmas party featuring outside light displays and a Nativity scene. A fundraiser and food drive benefited county residents, with Mrs Kar and Mrs Myrtie Harrison assisting, and Polly ann among guests.
Society members gathered at the home of Mrs. A. Lae in Syune for a Christmas party with candlelit devotions led by Mrs. Sage Fave and Mrs. Hato Kennedy Jr. Gifts, prize drawings, and secret pals were announced. A separate all members canvas dinner at Grace Episcopal parish house featured Rev. Charles Edwin and Cedric Clark with potluck arrangements and holly decorations.
Middleport W R Holcomb carpenter was permitted to return to his home Tuesday after recovering from an apparent tart attack before facing Mayor Sidney Runeom on intoxication charges. Holcomb had been released earlier in the week after serving a term and paying a $100 fine on a drunken driving charge. He was arrested by Patrolman Bostic shortly after release and was to appeal before the mayor Tuesday evening but was taken to the memorial clinic for examination before being allowed to return home temporarily.
A series of social notes records weekend visits and travels. Clarence Ackley of Athens and Vern Story of Columbus stayed with Norman Schaefer, while Clifford Jacobs hosted Parkersburg and Gallipolis visitors. Mrs. James Lewis and daughter resided with Lewis grandparents for a week, Pearl Jacobs visited Gallipolis, and the Glaze family faced illness at home.
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