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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 15, 1949

Page

7

Chauncey hostess hosts shower for Cook wedding pair

Mrs Louise Walton Chauncey entertained friends at her High Street home with a miscellaneous shower for newlyweds Mr and Mrs Robert Cook Elsie Walton. Gifts were displayed and refreshment service was by Mrs Goldie Fink. Present were Rev Ray Pidcock and wife and many local relatives.

Chauncey Louise Walton High St Robert Cook Elsie Walton Walton Goldie Fink Ray Pidcock Sylvia Adrian Pidcock Mabel Hiles Bobby Hiles Susie Robert Earl Scott Ruth Simpson Ora Barnhart Leta Marlene Ladéuna Barnhart Flo Mullins Benny Mullins Billie Barnuse Lewis Adkins Or Benton Rodney Ray Adkins Vincent Keish Edward Matheny David Lyons Charles Larry Jimmy Clarence Cook Goldie

Loyal Womens' Class Meeting In Chauncey

Chauncey Loyal Womens' Class of the Church of Christ met at Mrs. Sylvia Osborne's Mill Street home with Mrs. Martha Shafer presiding. Devotions were in unison and a secretary's report was given. The class anniversary will be observed at the next meeting. Hostess served lunch with Valentine appointments. Members present included Mrs. Lee Schoonover and others.

Chauncey — Loyal Womens Church of Christ Chauncey Sylvia Osborne Mill St Martha Shafer Hattie Hamilton Rice Thomas Valentine Lee Schoonover Burg Johnston Adda Tip

Ladies Aid Society Meeting Near Chauncey Methodist

Chauncey Ladies Aid of the Chauncey Methodist Church will gather Thursday for quilting at the home of Mrs. Noah Harvey on Ellis Avenue. Last week's quilting and lunch included Mrs. Blanche Champlin Mrs. Mary Dew Mrs. Lyda Spearry Mrs. Elizabeth Harvey and Rev and Mrs H H Lafferty.

Chauncey

DinnerGuests In Oakfield Hosted By Pryors

The Rev. and Mrs. Ray Pidcock with Sylvia and Adrian Pidcock Susie and Robert Scott Chauncey and Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Snider visited Union to join Mrs. Pidcock's parents for a Saturday dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Pryor in Oakfield.

Chauncey Ray Pidcock Sylvia Adrian Pidcock Susie Robert Scott J. C. Snider Union Pidcock Oakfield Howard Pryor

Father Visits Ill James Williamson Sr in Columbus

George William Williamson of Columbus visited his ill father James Williamson Sr Sunday. The elder Williamson shows improved condition with daughter Mrs. Jeanette Hall of Bremen staying with him during the visit.

Chauncey George Williamson Columbus James Williamson Jeanette Hall Bremen

Weekend Visitors Call on Mrs. Tillie Six in Chauncey

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Craig and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Phillips of Columbus were weekend guests at Chauncey home of their mother Mrs. Tillie Six.

Chauncey Frank Craig Floyd Phillips Columbus Tillie Six

Patient Bentley Returns Home After Leg Surgery

Marjorie Marie Bentley, who recently had a second leg operation, has returned from a Columbus hospital to the home of her parents, Mr and Mrs Robert Bentley, near Chauncey.

Chauncey Marjorie Marie ‘Bentley Columbus Robert Bentley

Slight Improvement Reported for Mrs. Edward Jones

Condition of Mrs. Edward Jones of Chauncey on Ellis Avenue is reported slightly improved. Mr and Mrs John Heffken of Athens visited Jones on Sunday.

Chauncey Edward Jones Ellis Ave John Heffken Athens

Banquet Postponed At Millfield Church Event

Chauncey The Father Sons banquet and program at Millfield Church of Christ was postponed from Thursday night to 6 p.m. next Wednesday.

Chauncey Father Sons Millfield Church

Prayer Meeting Set at Chauncey Pilgrim Holiness Church

Weekly cottage prayer gathering planned for Friday at 7 p.m. to be hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Okey Barnhouse on May Avenue in Chauncey.

Chauncey Chauncey Pilgrim Holiness Church

Birth Of Fourth Son At West Columbia

Mr and Mrs Laurence Russell announce the birth of their fourth son and eighth child. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Jess Lynes and Mr and Mrs James Lee. The EUB Church Christian Endeavor held a Valentine party with games and refreshments served by Mrs Lester Foreman and Mrs Laurence Stewart. Attendees included Mrs Nannia Johnson Mrs Cartwright Mr and Mrs Laurance Coleman Mr and Mrs Ben O Roush Mrs Jane Johnson Mrs Lizzie Stewart Miss Eville Frye Miss Peggie True Miss Elizabeth Wheeler Jane Foreman Barbara Stewart Shirley Roush Etta Sue Eads Linda Sue Eads Josephine Russell Susie Russell Donnia Russell Dickie Young Charles Roush Benjamin Roush David Roush Lee Roy Roush Kenneth Stewart Gerald Johnson Lester Foreman and Laurence Stewart.

West Columbia Laurence Russell Jess Lynes James Lee Christian Endeavor EUB Church Lester Foreman Laurence Stewart Nannia Johnson Cartwright Laurance Coleman Ben O. Roush Jane ‘Johnson Lizzie Stewart Eville Frye Peggie True Elizabeth Wheeler Jane Foreman Barbra Stewart Shirley Roush Etta Sue Eads Linda Sue Eads

Easy to Make by Sue Burnett Fashion Pattern 8254

Youthful junior size dress pattern 8254 in sizes 11 to 18. Describes a peplum waisted frock with fantail back and low neckline. Includes fabric needs for size 12 and mailing instructions to order from The Athens Messenger. Also promotes Spring and Summer FASHION sewing guide book for 25 cents.

Sue Burnett Ste Burnett Athens Messenger Avenue of the Americas New York N. Y

Mariners Compass Adoption by Europeans in the 14th Century

The article notes that the mariners compass was first generally used by Europeans in the 14th century, marking a pivotal shift in navigation. It highlights its widespread adoption and impact on maritime travel and exploration during the medieval period.

On the Air Waves Crossword Clues

Quick pace crossword style clues list with horizontal and vertical entries covering common terms from radio era puzzles. Includes multiple definitions such as star of radio peruser and various linguistic hints across two directions.

Sane TM Design Shapes February 16 Fortunes

The Stars say a propitious February 16 design of planetary influences encourages pursuit of plans and programs across business finance social home and romance. Talent and judgment grow, prompting changes travel and fresh ties, while cautions arise about duplicitous attractions and risky commitments. A birthday note warns of final settlements and the danger of false values for a sharp child.

Needlework Pattern for Baby Bunny Crochet Toy

Crochet pattern No. 5667 offers complete instructions for making a cotton rug yarn baby bunny. It includes stitches, materials, finishing directions, and illustrations. Send 20 cents plus name and address to Anne Cabot at The Athens Messenger.

Anne Cabot Athens Messenger Avenue of the Americas New York N. Y

Marietta Upsets St Louis In Big Nine College Basketball Night

The St Louis Billikens fell to Marietta last night in a major upset as Dick Is tker and Rob Denham led the Bucks past Ohio State rivals. Cincinnati and other Ohio teams posted wins while Gannon and Youngstown also posted scores.

Up State Dick Ittker Rob Denham St. Louis Billikens Ohio St. Louis Bucks Oklahoma Big Nine Tors

Pinsmen take lead as Shoppers win big in Thursday league

The Annesbury city league saw the Pinsmen and Shoppers surge to the top after a three pin win by George Heck Plumbers over the Plumbers in the second half. Bottlers beat Mathews Oilers 2 1 1, Cross rolled 576 pins for a 220 line, and Jim Heney led with a 466 series. Maywood Smith posted 606 set and 285 game for the Oilers, while Elks shutout Superior Electric as Jack Haff totaled 530 and Windland 480 for the Electrics. McKee Drugs edged McBee Company with Byard 533 and Eschenbacher 197. Mills had 143 total and 212 game for the Bees. Football star Amy James of Cleveland welcomed a son at Magin City Hospital with wife Rosemary. Clemson College’s football coaches Covington Me an, Walter Cox and Bob Jones are all alumni.

Ands Sport Shop Thurs Jorge Heck Mnimatch Pep- Colas Mathews Oilers Rank Cross Jimeney Obers Maywood Smith Ab” Smith Oilers Singleton Te Elks Superior Electric Ump Jack Haff The Elks Why” Windland Electrics McKee Drugs McBee Tfit Glen Byard Ward Eschenbacher Byard Eschenbacher Howard Mills Bees

SEO Scoring Race Seen Ending Without Change

Jill Bill Saxton of Logan leads the SEO Conference floor race as final standings likely hold after week’s play. Borden and Staneart remain close behind with narrow margins, while players across Athens Nelsonville Gallipolis and Jackson shuffle positions through the tally.

Seo Jill Bill Saxton Logan Forest Borden Gallipolis Bob Staneart Athena Saxton Borden Tyo Ronnie Soliday Sandwich Bob Barnitz Pomeroy Wellston Bill Sprinkles Dick Walters Middleport Newton Nelsonville Bellamy Wellston Dallas Pomeroy Walburna Wellston i Stiles Jackson Stebbins Gallipolis Jones Jackson Shaw Logan Roller Nae

Local scoring binge highlights high school hoops across counties

Guard Don Sallee leads Pick igton with 22.5 points per game while Bob Dane of Carbon Hill pours in 45 in a 34 point win over The Plains. Canton McKinley shocked by Mas 1 loss, St. Vernon claims top status with 96 personals in 15 games. Class B champs and team records listed with dozens of small schools and state contenders across the region.

Don Sallee Pickigton Bob Dane Carbon Hill Plains Canton McKinley Theers Bulldogs Ce St. Vernon Ross Kingston Muskingum Hopewell Esden Frazersburg try—Junction City Saint—Greensburg Coshocton Conesville Stark— Middle Pickaway — Newlland Walnut Fayette Jeffersonville Good Hope Inton New Vienna Sabina Wicking Rockbridge Wyant—Salerm van Wert Eddle Point Montgomery Illipsburg Jefferson Mercer Greene— Springsley Hancock van Lue Arlgton Mt. Cory Tuscarawas Midvale Marion Clarin Knox Fredericktown Morrow — Edison Awford Leesville Lawfire Kitts Hills Central Catholic Toledo Scott McCloskey Jerry Ting

Cagers Ineligible Toledo Stars Hit By Scholastic Rule

Scholastic ineligibility has sidelined Toledo University basketball players Del Zuber Ed Leroy and John Kor nowa. Cronin’s father dies in San Francisco after a long illness, Jere m Cronin 79, father of Red Sox GM Joe E Cronin.

Toledo Toledo University del Zuber Ed Leroy John Kornowa Cronin San Francisco P— Jeremiah Cronin Boston Red Sox Joe E. Cronin

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Mrs. Walton Ladies Aid Society Mr., Mrs. Pryor Radio Mountain Andrew Guido Joe Palooka Ham Fisher Dick Tracy Chester Gould Rks County Way Buz BY Roy Crane Christy Yor Blondie Chic Young Dagwood Bugs Bunny NKS Mrs. Anne Cabot Marietta Associated Press Lou Arko Eigct Cincinnati Bearcat Ih Richter Tuck Kingstown Gannon Ray Wise Penguins Gallipolis Athens I Oan Aon Nelsonville Woellston Pomeroy Aeste Dackson Anks Assislon Amy James Cleveland Rosemary Prewd Ohio State Magin City Hospital Clemson College Covington Mean Walter Cox Bob Jones U. S. Pet. i a-Co Error Electric Sprinkles Walters Sam Henderson Teddy Cunningham Cunningham Keith Mungan Jackson Bill Joe Johnson Gallivan Don Flowers Don Payne Glen Vanatta Bill Rafferty Bill Joachim Charles Newton Barnita Basia Johnson Misal Hounds Foes Tn Aca Hudepohl Pico Wholesale S. High St
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