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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1946

Page

6

Social events highlight Ruth Ann Grover wedding plans

Dessert bridge and kitchen shower honor Ruth Ann Grover with her fiancé Thomas G. Andrian. Guests include Mrs. Brandon Grover and Ruth Ann Grover's sister Janie. Ohio University Faculty Women host tea as Dr. Florence Justin shares Red Cross experiences. Lt Thomas N. Hoover Jr promoted to full lieutenant in the U S Navy, stationed at Bainbridge.

Ruth Ann Grover Thomas G. Andrian H. E. Miller H. E. Miller, Jr Miller BE. State St Brandon T. Grover Janie Grover Bettie Lee McCaskill Howard Bobo Janie Maccombs Hattie la Grones Carolyn Hopkins Joan Galbreath Ruth Alice Wright Annshelle Houck Martha Isbell Cottingham Sylvia Schuler Martha Walsh Wiliam White C. W. Bullard Richard Dent Isabell Brown Frank Baker, Jr Phil R. Swanson Ohio University College St Florence Justin Red Cross Justin Howard L. Goodwin U. S. Navy Thomas N. Hoover, Jr Thomas N. Hoover United States Navy Hoover Naval Demobilization Center Bainbridge

Lincoln Day Celebration Draws Guests From Several Towns

Nelsonville hosts a Lincoln Day gathering with attendees including George and Margaret Johnson from the Johnson family of Fred Johnson, plus many local residents and officials. A separate note announces a Christian Church dinner on Feb. 21 to mark Brotherhood Week with speakers and musical program.

Nelsonville George Johnson Margaret Johnson Fred Johnson Harry Kelley Wallace Glenn Gene Berry Frank Jackson C. H. Bartlett Irma Wilson Alpert Barber Miles Howe Parker Sniffen C .S. Mechern Lloyd Evans Homer Adams Glouster E. E. LeFever Lowell Burnelie Albany Jane Dowd Dailey Pherice Wingett Olive Baughman Coolville Garrett Chalfant Don Campbell Guysville Christian Church First Christian Church Week of Compassion Paul Porter Virgene Dahritz Myrta Ashworth Myr Howard Crows Cecil McGione Janice Wiggins J. B. Maffert

Modern Dreams Give Dewy Look And Combat Dry Skin Hazards

A feature on creams and skin care by Alicia Hart discusses how modern formulations use humectants and astringents to hydrate, tighten, and smooth aging skin. It covers day and night routines, hand care, and the role of moisturizers in extending a youthful appearance.

Alicia Hart U. S Jess Culligan Sof Onur Tacer Softening Service

Flapper Cloche Returns in 1946 Comeback Fashion

New York designer Salix Victor revives the 1920s cloche hat in 1946 fashion, drawing inspiration from Broadway satire while stressing practical wear. The cloche, paired with beaded dresses, signals a revival among Manhattan’s stylish crowd, with buyers showing confidence in the revived silhouette.

Epsie Kinard New York INBA Clara Eor Cloche Manhattan Salix Victor Orr

The Voice That Was Destined To Be Heard Dorothy Maynor

Dorothy Maynor the Negro soprano rose from Hampton Institute training in home economics to a concert career. Born in Norfolk and raised in a Virginia Methodist parsonage she joined Hampton’s 120 voice choir and later studied at Westminster. Her breakthrough came with a U S tour and European engagements after mentors urged a singing path.

Dorothy Maynor Sp. m Memorial Auditorium Community Concerts Association Dorothy Hampirginia Nathaniel Dett S 2 Quic Fonds Hampton Seprand Westminster Choir School Bence Westminster Mayner John Finley Williamson Wiliamson Econom Curtis Miss Ynor New York Opera Tion Ts Sting Miszi Qo Music Sons Studen Noussevitzky Virginia Dorothy Mayner Nurfolk Methodist Church Hampton Institute United States Chisen Europe England France Germany Belgium Czechoslovakia Switzerland

Club Calendar Readers Learn Jane Austen From Edith Wray

VA Sand Progressive Literary Club meets Tuesday at 7 PM with Mrs. Harry Swank at 136 Mill St. Chih group gathers Feb. 19 at 7 PM with Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Sins at the Cottage Tea Room. Edith Wray speaks on The World of Jane Austen. Sunset Garden Club meets Tuesday at Mechanicsburg School with Mrs. Emerson Burson and Mrs. Tom Laziman as leaders. American Legion Auxiliary meets Tuesday at 7:50 PM at the Legion Home. Higher Study Circle hosts Wednesday luncheon at 1 PM with Mrs. F. C. Schilling. bring own table service, needle, thread and thimble. Continuous notes of meetings and locations shown.

VA Sand Progressive Harry Swank Mill St A. B. Sins Edith Wray Jane Austen Ncon Sunset Garden Club Mechanicsburg School Emerson Burson Tom Laziman American Legion The Legion Home

Make Your Own Cough Syrup With Pinex and Honey

Readily made home remedy combining Pinex and honey to ease coughing. Mix 2 1/4 ounces Pinex with sugar and water to a pint bottle for a simple syrup that soothes throat membranes and loosens phlegm. Child friendly, quick acting, and offers a money back guarantee if not satisfied.

Kenneth E French Returns From Army Service

Kenneth E French son of Mr and Mrs Earl E French 83 Grosvenor Sr returned to the States from Manila January 29 and was honorably discharged February 5 at Camp Atterbury after two years and ten months in the U S Army including 17 months overseas in the Pacific Theater with the 12th A D G Headquarters Squadron

Kenneth E. French Earl E. French Grosvenor Sr Manila U. S. Army Camp Atterbury French Army Pacific Theater of Operations A.D.G

Travel lovers of Athens County roam the West Coast and beyond

Wallace Glenn of Nelsonville and his family are famed as walking geographers. They and relatives have journeyed across all states, many Canadian provinces, and the West’s scenic highlights from Grand Canyon to Yellowstone. The group recalls storms in Mohave Desert and dry riverbeds that flood with spring thaw, while recounting road trips that spanned Texas to Fort Worth and California.

Wallace Glenn Nelsonville William Glenn Columbus Gallipolis Union Lincoln Nebraska West Nyova Scotia Halifax Canada Northwest Southwest Florida U.S.A Grand Canyon Yellowstone Pike's Peak Enic Utah Nevada Wyoming Texas Montana Washington Oregon Glenn Zond America Prairies Home Glenns Aliss Hazel Glenn O. A Niagara Ft. Worth Billy Rose Phil Eppon Mrs. Parker Don E. Barr Ohio Fuelas Company Mississippi Wrooming Ohio Colorado Chevenne Wyo Frank Dean Russell California Dean Fred Kelley Los Angeles F. W. Bush West Coast Mabel Sprague la Jolla Bush Pacific

War Ends but Consumers Still Crave Stockings

The Civilian Production Administration orders shirt and nylon hosiery makers to halt operations until stocks drop to reasonable levels. The public urges shoppers to protest shortages and press firms named or unnamed into releasing supplies. Authorities withhold firm names, arguing transparency rights may be needed to restore consumer leverage after wartime scarcity.

Kuinsullett CPA

Junior Cooks to Begin New Series in March

Junior Cooks classes, meeting Fridays at 4 p m and Wednesdays at usual times, will start a new 15 week series in March at the Gas Company. About 70 girls aged 10 to 13 are enrolled. prizes include Betty Newton recipes. New members may enroll for cookery courses starting in March. all interested girls invited. Episcopal Church Guild meeting for newcomers set for February 20 at 7:39 p.m. at 145 E State St to welcome Episcopalian women.

Betty Newton Episcopal Church Guild Episcopal Church of the Gand Shepherd Airs Frehaull

Founders Day Program Tonight at West Side School

West Side Parent-Teacher Group hosts a Founders Day program at the school tonight at 7 30 pm with guest speaker Br H T Welf of Ohio University. First grade pupils will sing and portions of the Athens High School Band will perform selections. Dial invites and contact details are noted for attendees.

West Side Br. H. T. Welf Ohio University First Cracle Athens

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