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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 03, 1941

Page

6

Athens Holds Second President's Ball At Eagles Hall

Socially Speaking reports over 300 attendees at Athens second President's Ball in Eagles Hall Saturday night. The event featured red white and blue decor, Roosevelt images, and dozens of flags with Whitmore's orchestra providing music. Committee chair William Curry led the organizing group including Paul Dalton Ralph Kyle Floyd Copeland and Joe Walburn.

Roosevelt Athens Eagies Hall Whitmore William Curry Paul Dalton Ralph Kyle Floyd Copeland Joe Walburn

Farewell Party for Miss Dorothy Hoyle Leaves O U

The Ohio University Elementary School staff held a farewell party at The Eastwood for Miss Dorothy Hoyle on a semester leave of absence as she studies at Northwestern University Evanston. Miss Bertha Thompson will take charge of the four year old kindergarten during Hoyle’s absence. The event featured kindergarten themed models and toys with eleven covers including Dr. Edith Beecher and several staff members.

Dorothy Hoyle O.U Ohio University University Eastwood Hoyle Western University Evanston IL Edith Beecher University Elementary School Thompson Janet Wilson Mabel Olson Clara DeLand Helen Evans Agnes Elsen Viola Nelson Mary Ward Esther Dunham Nelson Miss Evans

Junior Senior Parents Dinner Evening Meeting

Parents and guardians of Junior-Senior High School students gather for a potluck dinner at 6 30 PM. A musical program begins at 5 30 PM and a State Education Department speaker will address the group after the meal.

Ner State Department of Education

Priscilla Needle Club Luncheon and Red Cross Work

Bouquets marked the one o clock luncheon for Priscilla Needle Club members at the Cottage Tea House. Mrs. Ralph Dalton hosted. vice president Mrs. Charles Smith led a brief meeting. Seventeen members attended. sewing for the Red Cross followed. A benefit shower is set for Feb 5 at A. L. Snedden’s home for fire victims Owen and Mrs. Snedden. Birth announced for Blaine Watson, son of Mr. and Mrs. William Strickland. Grandparents listed. Two church groups meet Friday with officers to be elected. Jerry Hillis visits from Newacre in Huntington relatives’ home. Mrs. Charles Uldrich travels to Huntington after the death of her mother Mrs. Baylous. Funeral arrangements and burial in Huntington.

Priscilla Needle Club Cottage Tea House Ralph Dalton Frank Cross Charles Smith Red Cross A. L. Snedden Union Owen Snedden William Strickland State St Blaine Watson Frank Frank Strickland Athens Sarah Watson Blackfork Charles Uldrich New Marshfield Road Huntington W. Va Thomas Baylous Mary Larch Walker St Galion Carl Jagers Paul Pagers Ida Larch Mt. Gilead

Women must lead, not just join clubs in national defense

Ruth Millett argues American women have brains and time for defense work but lack leadership. She says clubs waste time with endless meetings and meals, while women eagerly offer help. she urges Uncle Sam to provide capable leaders and clear plans or defense efforts will stall while dishes are done.

Ruth Millett Women of America Uncle Sam National Defense

Who's Going And Coming

City residents undertake travel and visits over the coming weeks. Loring G Connell and Mrs. Loring G Connell plan a Jacksonville Fla. trip with Mrs. M C Morrison joining from here. Others head to Miami Havana Cleveland and Columbus for family and funeral reasons.

Loring G. Connett Jacksonville Fla M. C. Morrison Morrison Pensacola J. G. Hope Canaanville Road Miami Havana Cuba

Cleanliness and Good Grooming Are Beauty Ways of High School Girl

An article advises high school girls on daily hygiene including bathing, deodorant use, nail care, and fresh makeup. It emphasizes a neat long bob, spotless clothes, polished saddle oxfords, and avoiding chipped polish while contrasting pink, white, and blooming skin. The piece ends with a calendar note about a February Athens education meeting.

Alicia Hart

Pitfalls of Love Revelations in a Gangster Tale

Carolyn denies knowledge of the gangsters while the narrator presses for truth about Marion Brinton and a western Hampton affair. Carolyn admits Marion left with a man but claims he is not a gangster and declares she will marry him, complicating the pursuit.

Carolyn Madge Marion Cope Unger Bright Shields Marion Morton Brinton Carolyn Brixton Weithampton College Cepess

Republican Women Plan Feb Meeting at Hotel Berry

The Athens County Republican Women announce a regular meeting at Hotel Berry on Thursday February 14 at 730 pm. County chairwoman Anna A Evans says letters explaining the meeting’s importance will be mailed to precinct committee women with further notice to follow.

Athens County Berry Anna A. Evans

Beware of Contagious Colds Health Card

Public health notice advises simple daily rules and two home remedies for colds. Suggested actions include normal living, hydration, outdoor exercise, and two Vicks products: Vicks Vatronol nasal drops and Vicks VapoRub. Seek a physician if symptoms worsen.

Acme

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