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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1940
Page
8
The K. T. Crossen Post No. 21 and the Auxiliary distributed twenty one Christmas baskets for World War veterans and families. Each basket held pork roast, staples, fruits, and toys for 83 children. Delivery and packing involved numerous volunteers including Dr. J. Ailstock and Mrs. James P. Cumley with Legion and Auxiliary committees.
Sigma Phi Gamma sorority held its annual Christmas party Monday night at the home of Mrs. M D Worley. Alumnae from Williamsport Pa attended along with pledges and members as gifts were exchanged under the tree. A radio broadcast skit entertained guests and favors included miniature Christmas trees with marriage scrolls.
Ginny Simms, noted figure skater and Kay Kyser vocalist, sports a white flannel dress with gay red sleeves and knitted sides. The design allows freedom for cutting figure eights and showcases her skating style.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service met at Freda Bean's home in Guysville on December 21 for a Christmas party. Gladys Fuller presided, Anna Snow led devotions, and readings by Edith Mansfield and Rama McCune were shared. Laura Barnett won a prize in a word contest and received a chair as a gift. Guests included Mrs. Charles Snow and Mrs. Ray Starkey.
Local households list holiday visitors including Dr. Alvin Merendino and Ensigns T B Harris L S Moorehead and Curtis Moorehead, plus families from Wooster Cincinnati and Cleveland. Other notes mention Delmer Sams convalescing, a东北 accident, and a kitchen feature on a lingerie ensemble and holiday menus.
The Athens Messenger reports festive decorations and activities at Athens State Hospital where 1,800 patients received Christmas cheer. Wards and cottages glow with bells wreaths and lights while 31 living rooms hosted carols and gift exchanges. A TB cottage features a Bethlehem replica fashioned from soap.
Mr. and Mrs. Amos E. Hixson of Guysville announce the marriage of their daughter Marcella M. Hixson to William Bradford King son of Mr. and Mrs. R. H. King of Hebbardsville. The ceremony was held Monday December 23 at the home of Rev. Hiram J. Mingue near Millfield. King attended Albany High School and works at Keystone West Virginia. The bride is a senior at Shade High School.
The Plains Child Study Club held its annual Christmas party on Friday December 20 in the The Plains High School community room. Attendees enjoyed a decorated tree, centerpiece log with candles, carols and games, candy favors, ice cream and cupcakes, followed by Santa distributing gifts to numerous members and their families. Newly elected officers and the installing team of Athens Grange were asked to meet for rehearsal at the Grange Hall on Friday December 27 at 8 p.m.
The WBA Friendly Circle held its Christmas party at Mrs. Ernest Horn’s home on Dec. 21. Prizes went to Mrs. Joe King and Mrs. Sally Johnson. Officers for the new year include President Mrs. Clyde Littler and Vice President Mrs. Henry Frost.
When crystal bears silver motifs that tarnish, start by polishing the silver details with a good silver polish. Then wash the entire piece in warm water with mild soap to finish.
A daughter was born to Mr. and Mrs. Herman L. Lohse of N Lancaster Street on Monday December 23 at Shelt ering Arms Hospital. Both mother and child are doing nicely. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Fred Nida of The Plains and Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Lohse of Salem.
An old advertorial touts a cough remedy using Pinex with Nor way Pine and guaiacol. It describes mixing two cups sugar and one cup water to make syrup, to be combined with Pinex in a pint bottle for a quick acting cough relief that soothes membranes and loosens phlegm. It promises a one money refund if not pleased.
The guideline suggests adding enough soap to the wash water to produce about two to three inches of suds. It emphasizes using sufficient detergent to enable effective cleaning without excess foam.
Mittens for young folks feature fluffy white angora tips in bright red or green. New and amusing designs appeal with warm comfort and playful styling. The shell concept shifts with the shell on or off for contrasting looks.
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