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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1976
Page
5
Darlene Brady challenges the myth that no women artists excel. She researched two years and will teach a continuing education class at Ohio University, aiming to share findings with students and townspeople after attending a conference in Oxbow, Michigan.
Athens Messenger reports on a continuing education course exploring women artists and the myth of second-rate status. Students, some with independent research, will present findings while instructors consider embedding women's art in standard art history courses to ensure broader exposure and acceptance.
Dear Abby columns discuss common law marriage, shared property risk on death, and social expectations. Advice covers adopting versus parenting in late life, handling compliments, and personal growth while noting a booklet offer from Abigail Van Buren.
A national issue shows private physicians report only 1 to 2 percent of child abuse cases, despite mandatory laws. Doctors cite recognition gaps, counseling limits, patient confidentiality, and fears of court time. experts warn reporting alone without follow up can worsen outcomes. Washington officials dispute some claims, while Kempe notes variation by city and state.
OLD SAYBROOK Conn AP Stranded at Lynde Point Violet Horoschak describes loneliness and boredom of winter in a two family house beside the 1860 lighthouse. The couple with a Coast Guard family and a Bowdler family share duties answering the phone and monitoring the light as snowbound winter life contrasts with lively summers. The Horoschak family plans to move on to Hawaii after 18 months at Lynde Point and six more months remain.
Belpre Ohio leaders invite contestants for the Miss Southern Ohio Scholarship Pageant in Belpre on April 10. Director William R. McAfee promises at least 500 dollars in scholarships for the top three and possible entry into Miss Ohio and Miss America. Eligible contestants must live or study in Athens Gallia Meigs Monroe or Washington Counties, be 17 to 28 before Labor Day, and be high school graduates never married. Entry deadline is March 26. Contact BACC Office Belpre Ohio 45714 or phone 423 8934. evenings 423 7029.
A potluck luncheon at the Amesville residence of Mrs Emma White gathered friends and relatives in celebration of her 84th birthday. Guests at the event included a number of local attendees and well wishers.
Ohio University's counseling and psychological services and psychology department plan a non sexist psychotherapy workshop led by Violet Franks PhD Rutgers University. The seminar will cover assertiveness techniques for women and how therapists may reinforce traditional roles. Pre registration at 301 Tupper Hall. call 594 3765 for details.
Alpha Gamma Delta alumnae gathered at the Sportsman Restaurant to honor 10 initiates and 10 new members. Mrs. Alexander Prisley served as toastmistress with hostesses Mrs. John Vickers Miss Greta Lash and Mrs. Robert Besuden. Athens-area guests attended. A Bicentennial fundraiser features screen prints of Athens buildings at Baker Center on Feb 18 and 19 with proceeds supporting the Athens School art club and a fraternity rehabilitation effort. The next alumnae meeting includes a silent auction on May 10 hosted by Mrs. Richard Mc and Miss Cathy McGuire.
Mr. and Mrs. Terry Evans of Harrisonville announce the birth of daughter Megan Beth on February 11 at Holzer Medical Center in Gallipolis. Grandparents are Richard Russell of Middleport and Bernice Evans of Gallipolis with great grandparents Marion and wife of Middleport.
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