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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 01, 1955

Page

7

Farewell Party For Mrs. Keith Henry In Athens

Former Athens high school classmates hosted a farewell party for Mrs. Keith Henry at the home of Mrs. Earl Mathews on Ohio Avenue. A card table was given as a keepsake, and Mrs. Harold Shields won a game prize. Guests included Mrs. Glenn Chadwell and others from Athens and nearby towns.

Keith Henry Athens Laibbock Texas Earl Mathews Ohio Ave Henry Harold Shields Glenn Chadwell George Riser Bert Barnes Shields

Parsons announce birth of Randall Lloyd

Parents Mr and Mrs Howard Parsons announce the birth of a son Randall Lloyd on January 25 at Sheltering Arms Hospital. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs Eldon Kasier and Mr and Mrs Henry Parsons. Great grandparents include Mrs E A Sayers and Harmon Easler. Great great grandmother is Mrs Cynthia Easler.

Howard Parsons Trimble Randall Lieyd Sheltering Arms Hospital Darlene Kaster U. S. Navy Eldon Kasier Henry Parsons Chesterhill E. A. Sayers Ilifield Harmon Ea

Fort Lauderdale salon names new manager as stylist returns

Mrs Madelyn Markham, formerly of Athens, is appointed manager of Steppes Inc. shop at Bradley and Taylor in Fort Lauderdale Florida. Mrs Adda Kinnear of Steppe's Beauty Salon has returned from two weeks in New York City where she attended advanced classes at the Robert France Hair Design Institute.

Adda Kinnear Steppe New York City Robert France Hair Design Institute Steppes, Inc Madelyn Markham Athens Bradley and Taylor Fort Lauderdale Fia

Births and a wedding shower in Middletown area notes

Mr and Mrs Charlies McDonald announce the birth of a son Charlies Anthony on January 8 at Mount St Mary Hospital Nelsonville. The couple also have a daughter Jane age two with relatives listed including William White and Mrs Charlies McDonald Sr Great grandmother Mrs William McDonald of Albany. A miscellaneous shower for Mr and Mrs Bob Ziegler the former Shirley Lawson is planned Friday at 730 pm at the home of the bride’s parents Opha Lawson 476 Richland Ave. An herb vinegar recipe and a fashion tip round out the note with home hints and shopping ideas.

Miss VanDyke Arthur van Dyke Albany Rose Ralph L. Rose Marietta Edward VanDyke Lloyd Graham Roger VanDyke Albany Grange Hall Bert Tucker Charlene Munn C. L. Meek Buckeye Charlies McDonald Ann White Middleport Charlies Anthony Mount St. Mary Hospital Nelsonville McDonalds Jane William White Buchtel and Wir the Plains William McDonald Bob Ziegler Shirley Lawson Opha Lawson Richland Ave

Who's Coming And Going

Mr. and Mrs. Dwight Mutchier and William Gipp attended College Art Association meetings in New York City at the Bartizon Plaza Hotel. Dr and Mrs Willem Sprague hosted weekend guests in Ann Arbor Michigan. The Nicholses visited Youngstown for their grandson David Sheldon Wright’s christening at a local Episcopal Church. The Wright family plans to move to Michigan, joining IBM associates. Charleston Hawk family guests included Austin Hawk and Sue Conkey with Jack Hawk joining Army induction.

Dwight Mutchier William Gipp New York City College Art Association Bartizon-Plaza Hotel New York Willem F Sprague Ann Arbor, Mich P. O. Nichols Youngstown David Sheldon Wright David John Wright Isabelle Richmond Wright Eldon Wright Charlies Hawk Jack Don New Marshfield Austin Hawk Sue Conkey Hangon Martin Athens Jack Hawk U.S. Army

Review of Africans on Safari by Sayre for Senior Child League

Mrs. Pear Clark reviews the book Africans on Safari at the Senior Child Conservation League meeting held Tuesday evening at Mrs. P. B Smith's home. The work follows Christian Africans and missionaries Luta MaSchind and The Cambournes, Nangoi and Dr. Jason Senne. Fifteen members attend. refreshments were served.

Pear! Clark Lassie C. Sayre Child Conservation League P. B Smith Luta MaSchind Cambournes Nangoi Jason Senne

Springtime Needlework Patterns and Fashion Guide

Advertises spring linen trims with lilac and violet embroidery designs Pattern No 2396 includes iron transfers for 16 motifs plus materials and color chart Send 25 cents and details to Anne Cabot Athens Messenger New York 36 N Y Also announces the Needlework Album 1955 56 pages 3 gift patterns 25 cents Sue Burnett Basic FASHION spring and summer 35 year guide for women who sew Send 25 cents today

Anne Cabot Athens Ave. Americas New York N. Y Sue Burnett Mes Waar Ave Americas New Ya N.Y

Coed Prom at Onie University Promises Whimsical Night

A February 8 coed prom at Onie University features a King from dormitory and fraternity candidates. Girls vote the night of the event, with a “Keys to the Kingdom” theme and corsage challenges. A Penny a minute night allows fellows to extend dates after midnight while girls take charge before and after dancing.

Onie University Women’s League The Chioana Girla Winnr Cinderella Prince Charming

Shower Honors Mrs. Ralph Koker Jr at Canale Home

A bridal shower for Mrs. Ralph Koker Jr was held at the home of Mrs. Gwen Canale on 64 N Shafer street. Guests included Mrs. Paul Morris and Mrs. Ralph Koker with prizes awarded to Miss Nancy Foster Mrs Ver Howson and the guest of honor.

Ralph Koker, Jr Gwen Canale N. Shafer Sue Power Davide Wallace David McClain Nancy Foster Ver Howson Paul Morris Ralph Koker Ralph Norris Charles Jeffers Vance Harris Jeannette Dewey Dana France Fiora Koker Robert Burson Shirley Lawson Maril Sue Daft Sue Munn Norma Wright Blaine Carpenter Johnny Pedigo

Albany FFA and FHA Host High School Party

The Albany FFA and FHA held a school party on January 18 at the high school. John Heiskell led games and dancing for about 125 students, with refreshments served by the FHA. Attendees included Dale Scott and Mrs Scott, FHA adviser Mrs Scott Willock, and teachers Miss Odta Gillogly and Mr. and Mrs Claywel.

Albany Ffa FHA John Heiskell Dale Scott FFA Scott Scott Willock Odta Gillogly Claywel

Medical advances extend active years for elderly

Physicians now have powerful new drugs to treat arthritis high blood pressure and other ailments long linked to aging. The progress aims to help seniors enjoy more years of active useful living and independence.

Lessons in Bridge Playing From a Practical Hand

A bridge hand analysis advises patience in drawing trumps after winning the first trick with the king of clubs. Key play involves leading from dummy and maintaining control by finessing and discarding, with careful trump management and safety checks before asserting long trump drives.

Calendar of events and club notices mixed with a bridge puzzle

A long list of local club meetings and events is presented, including TeaTra Club with Mrs Clear ence Moore at 7:30 p.m., Social Literary Club at 2:30 p.m., Phi Delta Theta Auxiliary at 2 p.m., White Shrine No 6 tea towel shower at 7:30 p.m., Lodi Grange pie social, and various study circles, with locations such as Elmwood Place, 14 N Congress St, and 7:30 p.m. Also included is a bridge problem describing a late-trick play in a club game with spades and hearts in a four-hand deal.

Phi Delta Theta L. E. White N. Congress St

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