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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1952
Page
7
A reflection on how hand-me-down clothes shape self identity for children. The author compares modern practice with “good old days” and suggests exchanges and updates help younger siblings form their own style, reducing competition and preserving individuality. The piece also weighs social change and national values tied to differences among people.
A girl plans for a formal dance and chooses to place lipstick comb and compact in an evening bag, keeping responsibility for her personal items herself. A leftover frankfurter idea suggests slicing into creamed potatoes for a luncheon or supper dish.
Mrs Harold L. Kelly Jr and Mrs F P Sweeney hosted a Valentine tea yesterday afternoon at 257 East State Street. About 70 guests called from two to four with red and white mums and candles as the centerpiece. Assistants included Mrs N J Grunzweig and eight others. Mrs R H Jordan of Washington DC attended as a special guest.
The February meeting of the Woman's Society of Christian Service was held Tuesday afternoon at the First Methodist Church. Mrs. Bernard Black led devotions and program leader Mrs. E. E. Munden reviewed Tru man Douglas's Churches for our Country's Needs.
The CMC Club conducted its annual initiation Sunday at president Nancy Riegel’s home. Seven teen girls were initiated and pinned. Initiates include Dottie Barnes Donna Harper Marcia Silverman Carol Blosser Jan Musser Doris Hixenhaugh Thelma Thomas Sally Weber Ann Guerra Marilyn McBride Bessie Brooks Cynthia Wallace Marie Shirley Ann Covington Emily Householder Teedy Brooks and Betty Beckley.
Mrs Gail Watkins hosted a Tuesday 31 Club meeting at Ring St. Mrs Ivan Brown led the business session with revised rules. Prizes went to Mrs Harold McGrath, Mrs Vance Reod, Mrs Ray Morris, and guest Mrs Raymond Dunfee. Members present included Mrs Helen Morgan and Mrs Dwight Gaskill. Next meeting set for March 4 with Mrs Gaskill.
Crochet pattern 2049 by Anne Cabot offers a versatile straw yarn hat suitable with or without a band. Includes complete instructions, materials, stitch illustrations, and finishing directions. Send 25 cents with name and address to Anne Cabot at The Athens Messenger for pattern.
Polly McCoy hoped to fish on her 96th birthday but high water prevented it. Dana Fuller and Pete Good provided fresh fish for her birthday dinner. Afternoon drive by Route 56 with Charles Farrow. Cake with ice cream and coffee served at the Farrow home. Lou Ann Farrow assisted. William Orr presented a gardenia corsage as friends visited.
The Business and Professional Women's Club recreation committee held its annual bridge and canasta tournament with four tables per group. High scorers were Cora Evans and Rowena Sprout in bridge and Grace Walkup and Eva Welsh in canasta. The president Miss Virginia Coleman announced a Hoover Report film for February 28 and health and safety program plans.
Ten men were initiated into the Acacia Fraternity at Ohio University last week. New members include Jim Barkdull Shelby John Hannen and others from Ohio towns. Dinner at the Sportsman featured Prof Kinison and Walter Dahl. Walter Smith named president with Lou Ondis as vice president.
A Toledo Blade reader Samantha B. aged 80 shares how she overcomes blues by staying active. She extols joining the Compliment Club and focusing on others, noting a busy life wards off discontent and promotes psychological health.
The Friendly Class of the Plains Church of the Nazarene held a Valentine party at teacher Mrs. Stella Darnell's home Tuesday evening. President Mrs. Mary Stalder presided with games and Valentine exchanges led by Margaret Bricker, followed by refreshments for named attendees.
Parents, Pfe and Mrs Donald McPherson announce the birth of a son Larry Eugene on Friday Feb 8 at Sheltering Arms Hospital. Grandparents are A L Snedden Athens Route 1 and R A McPherson Millfield Route 1. Pfe McPherson returned to Fort Meade Md after a five day furlough with his wife and baby.
Nurish nerve fatigue stomach trouble and skin with Iron SoluSeals. Claims better blood and calmer nerves. 100 tablets 25 cents wrap postage tax. Sold at Quick's Drug Store Athens Ohio on the way to the post office. Mail orders accepted. Ad.
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