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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1944

Page

16

OU Playshop Presents Three One-Act Plays

The University of Oklahoma Playshop will stage three one act plays on Saturday January 15 at 8 pm in Ewing Auditorium. The Boor by Anton Chekhov features Ruth Lawson and Norman Ginsberg. Overtones by Alice Gerstenberg stars Catherine Morris Ruth Coffman Mary Jane Bond and Diane Hopsin. Fumed Oak by Noel Coward presents Robert Hoyt Miriam Callaghan and Diane Hopsin. Dr Joseph Batchler directs with Mr Denton Snyder as technical adviser. Playshop productions are free to the public.

Playshop Ewing Auditorium Anton Tchekov Ruth Lawson Norman Ginsberg Christopher Lane Alice Gerstenberg Catherine Morris Ruth Coffman Mary Jane Bond Diane Hopsin Denton Snyder Footlighters

WCTU Plans Frances Willard Day Tea

Mrs Len B McCune presided at the WCTU meeting at First Methodist Church. A Frances Willard day tea near February 17 was planned with Mrs Roy Saylor Mrs D L Jones and Mrs Theodore Farrar on the tea committee. Readings were given by Mrs Don Clutter and papers by Mrs Roy Saylor and Mrs J W Hudson.

Len B. McCune W.C.T.U First Methodist Church Helen Lawrence Frances E. Willard Roy Saylor D. L. Jones Theodore Farrar Don Clutter J. W. Hudson

Broken Cup and Saucer Prints Spark Spring Fashion

New York reports reveal novelty prints for spring tailoring featuring war inspired motifs and vibrant colors. Designers showcase striped effects, accordion pleats, and self-contained borders with sequins on fabrics like linen like weaves and jersey.

New York WPB

Sulphur Soap for Shiny Nosed Gals

A beauty column advises remedies for excess facial shine. Frequent scrubbing helps control oil and sulfur soap can be used for occasional cleanups. Use non oily cosmetics and consider a liquid foundation that resists shine. Sulphur blended powders or a doctor or druggist recommended mix may help.

Youth Program on NBC Radio Promotes Voluntary Aid

NBC radio launches Here’s to Youth a 13 week series starting Saturday Jan 15 from 1 to 1 30 p m on NBC networks detailing current youth problems and the role of voluntary agencies. Sponsors include American Junior Red Cross Boys Clubs of America Boy Scouts Camp Fire Girls Girl Scouts Jewish Welfare Board National Catholic Welfare Conference and others.

Girl Scouts NBC America EWT NBG American Junior Red Cross Boys Clubs of America Boy Scouts of America Camp Fire Girls Jewish Welfare Board National Catholic Welfare Conference National Council] of Ymca National Federation of Settlements National Ywca

Club Calendar Highlights Local Meetings This Week

Listings show Friday meetings for U S Daughters of 1812 Rebecca Morris McKee Chapter at 60 N Congress St and Ladies Auxilary to the NALC at 44 Mound St. Also Friday dinner for Group Six of the Presbyterian Church and Progressive Class at Richland Avenue Methodist Church with New Year resolutions roll call. Saturday D A R chapter gathering at 26 S College St and Jerseyville WSCS event plus Ohio State University family planning discussion led by Miss Carmichael on Tuesday.

U. S. Daughters of 1812 Rebecca Morris McKee Edna LaFollett Congress St The Presbyterian Church Faculty Women’s Club Margaret Frost Margaret McHarg W. Union St NALC Stanley Nida Mound St Richland Avenue Methodist Church Jerseyville Ws.c's Faye Wingett Athens County Elizabeth Carmichael Ohio State University

Kleerex Pimples Vanish Overnight Says Athens Pharmacy

Advertises a less medicated liquid Kleerex that dries pimples overnight. Claims many see a clear face by morning with a money back guarantee if not convinced. Promotes by saying users feel less embarrassed and cites Athens Pharmacy on N Court Street.

Athens Pharmacy N. Court St

Progressive Literary Club Meeting Highlights Year in Review

The Progressive Literary Club met at Mrs. Elmer Finsterwald's home to hear a "Resume of 1943" program. Members announced a Christmas donation of 6.25 dollars and clothing to Athens County Children's Home.

E. T. Hayes Progressive Literary Club Elmer Finsterwald Athens County City Federation Clyde Hines Harry Bennett A. N. Johnson Home Nursing Columbus Hayes Russia Churchill Stalin Roosevelt General Marshall Mrs. Hayes United States

Concert Date Changes Explained by Athens Association

Athens Community Concert Association explains schedule shifts due to war conditions and touring uncertainties. The two remaining concerts move to Monday nights with Marcel Hubert on February 14 and Lan sing Hatfield on March 6, while Saturdays hosted the first three numbers. Membership totals include 430 adults 800 Ohio University students and 176 public school juniors.

Athens Community Concert Association Cornelia Otis Skinner Hazel P. Roach Miss Roach Col. Romulo Slippino ASTP Ohio University Community Concert Association Marcel Hubert Lansing Hatfield

Eggs In Cracker Nest Recipe and Furlough Notes

A homey recipe describes eggs baked in cracker nests with American cheese and multiple crackers, baked for 30 minutes. The piece also notes a five day furlough visit by Staff Sergeant Earl Barnhart and Donald Barnhart to their parents in Texas and Illinois. Lt Eugene Cole announces the birth of daughter Sarah Marjean in Sheltering Arms Hospital with grandparents listed.

Earl H. Barnhart Camp Maxey Tex Donald Paul Barnhart Great Lakes, Ill Ben Barnhart Guysville RD Eugene Cole Sarah Marjean Sheltering Arms Hospital Edward Cole E. State St Olin Baker Baker Settlement Lt. Cole England

Church Services Roundup for Athens Area Churches

Area churches announce Sunday services with times from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at multiple congregations including Athens Presbyterian and First Methodist. Programs cover Sunday school, student classes, vesper services, prayer meetings, and special themes such as Christian education and interfaith observances.

Sunday Schedule Highlights and Sermon Topic

Sunday services begin with Sunday School at 9 30 a m Junior and Senior Fellowship at 6 30 p m worship at 7 30 p m The sermon topic is By the Grace of God A lay talk discusses the Crusade for a New World Order A prayer meeting is set for Thursday at 7 30 p m

Crusade For A New World Order

Trimble Methodist Morning Worship Service

Morning worship at Trimble Methodist at 9 30 led by the pastor followed by Church School.

Millfield Methodist Church School Service Schedule

Church School at Millfield at 9 30 in the morning followed by worship and a sermon delivered by the pastor.

Millfield Methodist Church

Jacksonville Methodist Church Services Schedule

Jacksonville Methodist Church holds a Sunday school at 9 a.m. with a prayer service to follow and a preaching service at 7 p.m. A prayer service is also scheduled Thursday at 7 p.m.

Jacksonville Methodist Church School

Revival at Bethel Mission Bethel Glouster

Revival meeting at Bethel Mission in Glouster runs January 19 to 23 led by Rev. and Mrs. D. V. Snyder of Tarlton with an all day closing service on Sunday.

Bethel Mission D. V. Snyder Tarlton

Evangelistic Meetings Set by Church of Christ in Coolville

Evangelistic meetings of the Church of Christ in Coolville will be held in the Old Printing Building. J. W. Gallagher of Barnesville will conduct the meetings beginning Monday at 7 30 p m EWT.

Church of Christ Coolville J. W. Gallagher Barnesville

Christian Science Sunday Schedule Notes

Sunday School 9 30 a m morning service 10 45 and Wednesday service 8 p m listed as church timetable. Program highlights include regular worship hours and midweek gathering for parishioners.

Christian Science

Sunday Services and Prayer Meeting Schedule

The notice lists Sunday School at 9 30 a m worship at 10 30 morning, evening service at 7 30, and a Wednesday prayer meeting at 7 30 p m.

Church of Christ Bible Study and Worship Schedule

Bible study at 9 45 a m with a sermon titled Gethsemane and Calvary at 10 30 followed by communion at 11 10 a m.

Church OF Christ Gethsemane and Calvary

Chauncey Methodist Church Weekly Schedule

Unified worship at 9 30 a m Sunday School 10 20 a m prayer service 7 10 p m general services 7 30 p m mid week prayer Wednesday 7 30 p m CHAUNCEY METHODIST Church School 9 30 a m pray er services Sunday and Wednesday at 7 p m

Chauncey Methodist Church

Temple Methodist Worship Service at 11:15 AM

A Temple Methodist Church holds an 11 15 AM worship service with communion. The service includes shared rites and a moment of prayer for attendees.

Temple Methodist

Amesville Methodist Morning Worship and Class Session

Morning worship at 9 30 and class session at 10 30 announced by Amesville Methodist.

Amesville

Chesterhill Methodist Sunday Schedule

The Chesterhill Methodist Church holds Sunday School at 10 a.m. and a worship service at 11 a.m. A youth fellowship is also noted.

Chesterhill

Area Church Services and Revival Schedule In Plains Reedsville

Plains Methodist holds Sunday and Thursday services at seven p.m. Plains Latter Day Saints lists church school at 9 30 a.m. preaching at 10 45 a.m. and 3 p.m. Earl Caldwell leads. Reedsville Methodists preach at Joppa 10 a.m. and at Long Bottom 10 a.m. School, with revival in Reedsville Sunday at 7 30 p.m. led by Reverend James Taylor. Junior services every evening at 7 p.m. revival runs to January 30.

Plains Latter Day Reedsville Joppa Long Bottom James Taylor

Pitfalls of Love Complication Sparks Rescue Plot

Madge Graham in the Lansfield suite coordinates a daring restaurant rescue. She orders Veritzen and Adams to mobilize two to six guards, dispatch Haloran for disguises, and alerts Lillian and Ronald to reach the scene as Marion is believed trapped inside the restaurant.

Madge Marion Madge Graham Hatel Lansfield Charles Spencer Secret Service Ace Veritzen Noel Lillian Ronad Adams Father Ben Jami Lansfield Halloran Underwood Ronald Haloran Maz Mary Olina Philip Olga Veritzen

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