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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1967
Page
5
MARJORIE STRIGHT reports on 1967 fashion ahead with new women's footwear. Lower broader heels replace stiletto styles, rounded square toes emerge, and patent leather shoes debut in pumps sandals and ties. Designers emphasize openness with sling backs and straps, while colors favor blacks browns navies with bright pastels and vivid hues in patents.
Athens County Chapter of the American Red Cross schedules a February 1 orientation for volunteers and prospective volunteers. The two hour session at 132 N. Congress will be led by former executive director Mrs Clarke Daily and covers history, duties, and eligibility for hospital and office work. The program removes the title grey ladies, renaming all assistants as volunteers.
Dear Abby columns reveal a 55 year old mother controlling Wendell and his engagement ring secret. The writer, Wendell’s girlfriend, seeks guidance on a coercive family dynamic and a 22 year old woman questions a 28 year old’s commitment.
Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Hoschar of Point Pleasant announce the engagement of their daughter Mariam H. Hoschar to Olin H. Snyder son of Mrs. Kathryn Snyder of Buffalo. A 9:30 p.m. ceremony is set for February 9 at Point Pleasant Valley Community Church with Rev. Mickey Wick officiating. Sister Patricia McDaniel will be maid of honor and best man is Darrell Wesley Lakehart of Buffalo. A reception will follow at the Hoschar home. Also announced is the engagement of Jane Lynn Rutkoskie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George F. Rutkoskie of 4 Woodside Dr, to Gene T. Tyner Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Gene Tyner of 99 Morris Ave.
A reprint of Housekeeping in Old Virginia presents 19th century Virginia kitchen lore. It features lavish ingredients like twenty egg whites and a Robert E. Lee Cake, plus home remedies and practical notes from Mrs G and other distinguished ladies.
Norman Norell opened his spring collection in New York with slit skirts and cinched waists, presenting a modern womanly silhouette. He used wide contour belts to define the waist, skimmed near to the figure, and offered daring sheath slits and jewel-toned oriental-inspired dresses. He also featured belted trench coats, racing-check jackets, and sequined ensembles for formal wear.
Delta Kappa Gamma Alumnae Association entertained graduating seniors at the Ohio University Inn. Carol Hart, Phyllis Martin, Linda Johnson, and Susan Thorne were initiated into the alumnae group and received gifts. Other initiates listed among the attendees. Youth Activities Circle met at Mrs. Gaige Paulsen’s home with co hostesses. Dr E D Mattmiller spoke on student health service at Ohio University.
Heloise offers thrift tips for repairs using dental floss to resew white stitching on leather wallets and belts. Advice includes dyeing floss with a brown marker and using a heavy needle, plus related household hacks for baking, drapery pleats, and baby foods.
Plans are set for the open church wedding of Diane Van Cooney and Robert Caruthers Jr at First Baptist Church in Middleport on Saturday January 21 at 6:90 PM. Maid of honor is Diane Zerkle of Pomeroy with best man David Ashley. ushers Mike Wah Cooney and Award Caruthers Jr. Music by Gerald Anthony and Robert Craig. Reception follows at the bride's parents home.
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