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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1946

Page

16

Nina Wallace Weds Robert Mixer in Athens Christmas Ceremony

Nina Lou Wallace of Reedsville and Robert G. Mixer of Parkersburg wed Christmas morning at Sotinek in Valley Mine. The bride, educated locally, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Lee E Wallace. The groom, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Mixer of Parkersburg, has a U S Army discharge and will make their home in the South.

Nina Lou Wallace Reedsville Robert Mixer Parkersburg Wed Exelen Ninaville Robert George Miver Sotinek Valley Mill Frank Mixer Allace Ree U.S. Army South Deine Uwo Mixer Parkersbur

Californians and Citrus The Ohioan's Confusing Trip

An Ohio traveler recalls a chaotic California trip with citrus fruit hijinks and odd seasonal weather. He notes hotels hard to find due to OPA rules, fruit restrictions at the border, and Californians showing pride in homegrown produce while recounting humorous misadventures with banjos and luggage.

California

Col Smith Talks Far East at Legion Auxiliary Meeting

Col Wilfred J. Smith longtime OU history faculty on terminal leave spoke at the American Legion Auxiliary gathering in the new Legion home. He shared Far East war years experiences and urged compulsory military training in some form as Congress debates legislation. Twenty-two members attended with four new members joining.

Col Wilfred J. Smith Far East American Legion Auxiliary O.U. History Army Office of Strategic Services American Legion New Legion W. Washington Waco Gyvcore AL Quagacon Aseie Jack FR. Quest Clarence McKinstry Marton Boges Bernard Matheny Fred Fenzel Fred’ McCay Ralph Straw Defense Frances Packard A. Williams F. BP. Frepault Mad. Kennedy

Cast announced for OU Theater March play The Corn Is Green

The cast for The Corn Is Green at OU Theater, directed by visiting lecturer Christopher Lane, will perform March 7 and 9 in Ewing Auditorium. Leading roles Miss Moffat and Morgan Evans go to Ruth Lawson and Don Fahne, with a large roster including Elizabeth Shafer, Jean Anne Robinson, Doryce Solomon, Fay Kuntz, Walter Hauck, Jack Dodasovich, and Charlotte Baker as assistant director.

Ewing Auditorium Christopher Lane Miss Moffat Morgan Evans Phi Mu Chi Omega Elizabeth Shafer Miss Ronberry Jean Anne Robinson Sara Pugh Doryce Solomon Bessie

Club Calendar Highlights And Society Meetings

W LA group meets Mrs John Kelley at 42 1 2 S Court St on Wednesday January 16 at 7 30 p m Faculty Wives and Women Faculty Clubs gather January 16 at Co Ed Hall University Terrace Speaker Wilfred J Smith Nannie Allam Rebekah Lodge plans 7 39 p m session in JOOP Hall Officers installation noted Midriff back trend noted as designer Copeland presents back to reveal backbone in formal gowns

A.A.A.W India Catherine Justin Justin Florence Justin Ohio University Red Cross A.awu.w International Cooperation Group W.la John Kelley S. Court St University Terrace Wilfred J. Smith Nannie Allam Copeland

Phi Mu officer Miss Mamie Newman to visit Athens for chapter house remodel

National Phi Mu treasurer Miss Mamie E. Newman arrives from Los Angeles to plan remodeling of the Ohio University Phi Mu chapter house. Her itinerary includes Chicago West Lafayette and Austin with further expansion plans announced by local president Miss Marjorie Reese. Newman, Phi Mu treasurer since 1944, is a LSU graduate and former Dean of Women assistant.

Mamie E. Newman Phi Mu Social Sorority Los Angeles Ohio University Phi Mu Marjorie Reese Miss Newman Athens Chicago West Lafayette Ind Austin Texas Louisiana State University Baton Rouge Norman D. Dunbar Richland Ave Wscs Richland Ave. Methodist Church Fripm Verzil Maxwell

Anti Cold Tips From Hollywood Star Marguerite Chapman

A Hollywood based health tip profile urges preventive habits for winter colds. Marguerite Chapman advises plenty of sleep and dry feet, plus vitamin rich foods especially Vitamin A, to build resilience. The piece suggests consulting a doctor about vaccines or treatments to reduce cold risk.

Holywood Marguerite Chapman Bers Hollywood

Don't Curb Plump Child's Appetite

A fragmented health column warns against restricting a young girl's diet. Doctors say normal appetite should guide growth and that excessive dieting can hinder healthy development. overweight in childhood may result from non dietary factors requiring medical attention.

Sunday Visits Should Be Planned Not Unannounced

The piece advises calling ahead before dropping in on friends on a Sunday afternoon. It notes many families value rest and unannounced guests are not always welcome. If guests are expected at a set time, hosts can plan their day accordingly.

One Way To Lose Romance

Ruth Millet argues against publicizing romances before divorce. Lt-Col Gregory calls the trend a mistake that cheapens all involved and harms adolescents, urging good taste even in celebrity circles where multiple marriages are common.

Ruth Millet Gregory Pappy Bovington Marin

SAF-KIL Rat Killer Ad From GALLAHER'S Drug Store

An advertisement from GALLAHER'S DRUG STORE at 16 S Court St Athens Ohio promotes SAF-KIL rat killer. It claims a quick, easy method to rid premises of rats with low risk to pets and humans, priced at 58 cents per large package with a money back guarantee.

Wonder Bait Kids Gallaher’s S. Court St Athens Ohio

Peppy the terrier rules the dog life in Athens homes

A lighthearted feature describes Peppy, the Misses Watkins and Bell’s brown and white terrier on Washington Street. The dog sports galoshes, coats, a scarf, and even earmuffs during cold weather. Peppy can say prayers, play dead, roll over, speak for dinner, and tell time at 5 pm. He sleeps under his doll-sized bed covers and has a Christmas box of doggy candy.

Athens Peppy Watkins Bell Washington St Peppy Go M.B.R

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Ormer Carl H. Beasley Carl M. Beasley York Robert Rutter Robert B. Rutter Third Armored D 3 Robbie Pittsburgh Claudine Steppe Sergeant Rutter Ohio UN Isuyu Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mixer M Wiles Sprague Gerald T. Sprague Ia van van Nuys San Bernadino County OPA Ellen OU Theater Howard Camp Athens Pharmacy Cautian ITH Products S&s. Court PHI MU Officer The McBee Company Miss Garvin the McBee Company Athens, Ohio Marguerite Chapman Ender Just For Children McKee Drug Co al Poypy Hom Toy Hae Elisabeth Redon Poles Neely En Thin Man Lydia Pinkham Agatha Christie Eiher Getting Gerties Dennis O'Keefe Marie Ii McDonald Gertie Coca-Cola Company Coca-Cola Bottling Company Coca-Cola Coke
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