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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1933

Page

6

Honor Founder Observed in W C T U Service at Presbyterian

Members of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union held a memorial service for Frances E Willard founder of the W C T U at the Presbyterian Church Sunday afternoon Mrs H T Farrar led devotionals and read extracts from Willards addresses A chorus piece led into remarks on leadership and a poem titled Lead On Chieftain Lead On A reading recalled Henator Henry Z Raineys tribute from the Washington monument ceremony Emma McVay shared personal memories of Miss Willard and memorial fund remarks followed by benediction Mrs T A Copeland presided The second note reports Mr John Hamer and Mrs Pearl Waskill returning home after a week at White Cross Hospital Columbus where Mrs Hamer underwent a minor surgical operation and is recovering slowly.

Woman's Christian Temperance Union Frances £. Williard Presbyterian Church A. EB. Waxner Henator Henry Z. Rainey Miincts Frances E. Williard Mall of Fame Washington Emma McVay Miss Williard Helen Lawrence T. A. Copeland W. C. T. A. Benediction Fampa John Hamer Pearl Waskill White Cross Hospital Columbus Hamer

Mrs Cabern Reports Slight Health Improvement After Miami Trip

Mrs. Robert Cabern who went to Miami Florida weeks ago to regain her health says her condition is slightly improved and she hopes to return home by late spring. She lives at Athens R 1 Gon. Robert Lane was born to Mr and Mrs Eber Linscott Pearl Barnes Richland Avenue on Saturday February 14.

Robert Cabern Miami Pla Epring Cabern Athens, R. 1 Robert Lane Mrs Eber Linscott Pearl Barnes Richland Avenue Sheltering Arms Hospital Arthur H. Rhoads East State Street

Fourth Round of Bridge Tourney At Athens Hotel Berry

The Athens Kiwanis Club bridge tournament enters its fourth round at Hotel Berry Thur night with over 100 players likely. Tournament chair P F Good notes attendance grew from 64 to 92 by the third round and urges more players to sign up as prizes are awarded each night benefiting underprivileged children in Athens County.

Athens Kiwanis Club Berry P. F. Good Good Athens County

Opera leaders dine in capital honors Columbus guests

A luncheon in the Red Room of the News House on February 18 honored an out of town directory hosted by the Columbus Civic Opera Company and supporting groups. Directors from seven universities attended. Prof. C. C. Robinson sent Mrs. Margaret A. Benedict in his place. After lunch, the group selected the Carmen cast.

Columbus Civic Opera Company News House C. C. Robinson School of Music Ohio University Margaret A. Benedict

Central P T A To Observe Anniversary

The Central Parent-Teacher Association will meet Thursday at 2:45 PM in the Central School Building for Founders Day observances. Mrs. Howard C. Bobo invites past presidents and charter members to attend. Miss Mary Williames will recount the group's history and Dr. Edith Beecher will speak. a coffee hour follows.

Central Parent-Teacher Association Howard C. Bobo Mary Williames Edith Beecher

George Washington Birthday Party Held by Childrens Society

The Kings Heralds children’s group of the Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society at First Methodist Church hosted a George Washington birthday party led by Miss Lillian Williamson and Miss Edith Stine. Twenty one children attended with games, stories, and refreshments themed on Washington. Guests included Mrs J L Tritipo Mrs Arthur Hunter Mrs Long Mr and Mrs Wilson Norris and Vivien Kathryn Peppies.

George Washington King's Heralds Lillian Williamson Edith Stine Children's Society The Woman's Foreign Missionary Society First Methodist Church Martha Lou Dowler Tigers Mra J. L Tritipo Arthur Hunter Mrs. Long

Grange Young People Entertain Saturday

Athens Grange hosted a banco party Saturday at the Grange Hall with 60 youths from Athens Trimble York and Canaanville granges. Miss Marie Warehime won high score honors while chaperons were Mr and Mrs Er nest McNeal and Sr and Mrs Albert Young.

Athens Grange Banco Athens Grange Hall Trimble York Canaanville Marie Warehime Ernest McNeal Albert Young

Washington Dance Planned by Elks

The George Washington dance is planned for Wednesday night February 22 at the Elks club rooms in the Cline Building. Special music will be provided by Sammy Kaye's orchestra. Dancing starts at nine and continues until one. Paul H. Shannon is chairman of the arrangements.

George Washington Order of Elks Cline Building Sammy Kaye Paul H. Shannon

Junior Senior P I A Meets Monday Night

The Junior-Senior Parent Teacher Association gathered Monday night in the High School Auditorium with Mrs E R Walker presiding in place of president Mrs Fred Wheaton. Superintendent H Pendry spoke on Pounders Day Opportunity and school legislation.

Mra E. R. Walker Fred Wheaton H. ©. Pendry Parent-Teacher Association Pendry A. W. Bias Ohio University Governor White K. Mardin Cirle Helen Jones Mary Ellen Bibbee Mary McCune Frances Wilkes Agnes Kilpatrick Helen Hayes Thora Vleen Violet Strahl Kather Cokenougher Ann Beasley

Firemen Fight to Save Six-Year-Old With Oxygen Therapy

A Cleveland fire squad worked to save six year old Mary McGroarty by administering oxygen as officials report the girl was slowly sinking. The effort continues as authorities supply medical assistance and monitor her condition.

Cleveland Mary McGroarty

Mack critiques Amos Hoo ple on technocracy and technocratal reasoning

The speaker argues Amos Hoo ple may have gone techno crazy over technocracy. Readers are urged to judge for themselves after considering his technocratical line of reasoning.

Mack Amos Hoople

Poor Little Rich Girl Lucy Cotton Thomas Income Ruling

A New York court ruled Lucy Cotton Thomas's monthly income from her late father's estate, initially sought to rise from 3000 to 3800 dollars, is sufficient at 5000 dollars. Lucy, age young, told reporters she plans to share wealth with the less fortunate when she turns 21.

Lionaire New York

Let the Hurricane Roar author publishes new novel

On February 21 nose Wilder Lane releases Let the Hurricane Roar set in Dakota. The Missouri author, known for rooted American fiction, discusses American women in five questions, noting 60 million women aid in crises and drive relief while men voice alarm. Women organize, feed families, and maintain hope.

Nose Wilder Lane Dakota Happy Shore

Chinese Tanks Explosion Kills About 100 at Plant

At Shanghai on February 21 bodies of about 100 victims were recovered after two gasoline tanks exploded at the Zung Ash Rubber Vulcanizing Plant. Fire officials reported many injured and the cause remained under investigation.

Men's Glee Club To Sing on Wednesday

The Ohio University Men's Glee Club directed by Prof. C C Robinson will perform at the convocation program on Wednesday. The first group sings Mendelssohn Song Of the Hunter Leighter O Heart Of Mine In the Luxembourg Gardens. Baritone soloist Nash will perform Gypsy John Dana. The program closes with Sons Of Ohio Welsh Air and the Alma Mater.

Ohio University Men's Glee Club C. C. Robinson Mendelssohn Heart of Leighter Luxembourg Gardens Manning Nash John Watson Zanesville Glee Club Gypsy John Clay Dana McGill Sons of Ohio

Fish as a Yearround Nutritious Protein Source

The article promotes fish as a delicious nutritious protein rich in vitamins and iodine, suitable for children and adults. It advises seasonal selection, proper cooking methods including baking, broiling, and steaming, and notes serving sizes and meal ideas for breakfast lunch and dinner during Lent and spring.

Local Notes From Hemlock Grove and Nearby Towns

Hemlock Grove and nearby residents share visits and family events. Velma Eastman stayed with Nora Eastman and con Roland. Floras moved to a Wolf Pen farm. Heigers visited Hayes family. Roushs spent weekends in Athens. Nutrition Project meeting at Grange Hall drew about 135 women and guests.

Velma Eastman Nora Eastman Roland David Flora Ray Whaley Wolf Pen Albert Heiger Harold Hayes Lawrence Roush Athens Grange Hall

Spring Kiddies Frocks Pattern 2288 Promoted

Dainty spring childrens frock pattern features scalloped shoulders and colorable prints with matching bloomers. Sizes 2 4 6 8 10 require fabric estimates. pattern number 2288 includes illustrated sewing steps and comes with spring fashion book ads. Catalog plus pattern priced at 25 cents. send 15 cents for pattern alone to The Athens Messenger Pattern Dept New York City.

Athens Messenger Pattern Department W. 1Ith Street New York City

Health in County Is Good Says Higgins

Dr. J. M. Higgins the health commissioner reported that Athens County shows good overall health aside from measles and scarlet fever. He noted immunization efforts in Glouster where 63 school children received smallpox vaccines and said immunization will continue countywide. Diphtheria shots are planned for fall and precautions against colds during pneumonia season are advised.

Athens County J. M. Higgins Health Department Doctor Higgins Ann Morgan Glouster

Mount Olive Church Hosts Rev H G Kerns Meetings

The Rev H G Kerns of Wheeling West Virginia conducted a series of meetings at the Mount Olive Union Church. Mrs Helen Brooks entertained her Sunday School class with a party Wednesday evening. Cletus Allen 12 had an appendix operation in Parkersburg last week and is recovering. Olive Grange hosted a Valentine party Saturday. Ice melted from the Oho River and boats resumed running as the Senator Cord freight ship passed Wednesday evening.

Helen Brooks Christian Sunday School M. EB J. A. Torrence Marie Swan Evelyn Stalnaker Linnie Swan Marie Ferrell Golda Lawrence Cletus M. H. Allen Parkersburg W. Va Olive Grange Oho Senator Cord

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