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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1950

Page

6

Citizenship Program Traced at DAR Meet

Mrs. W P Lochary outlined how Nabby Lee Ames Chapter D A R can distribute citizenship manuals in 19 languages to foreign students displaced persons and in schools libraries and hospitals. The event at Cottage Tea House also elected new members approved a 1950 51 budget and named delegates for state conference and continental congress.

W. P. Lochary Nabby Lee Ames Daughters of the American Revolution Cottage Tea House Athens Lochary Edward Jirik Fifty-Ninth Continental Congress Lowell Burnelle Faye Baker Cline Ohio Dar News Charles Wendelken J. T. Merwin DAR Foster Harmon George Hunter C. E. Gorham D. C. Snow Charles Woodworth Jack Sweeney Henry Bobo Cline O. D. Dailey Vinton County D.A.R Athens County Anna Pearl McVey Cornelia Meigs Akron Arthur Howe Carpenter Carl Caston Washington Blanche Henry Regent’s Burnelle Harold Vaughn Atkinson H. F. Cromley G. S Mrs. Klein Berry Hotel Klein Henry Vaughn Charles Trout Byron Wolfe Leona Picard

Slim Silhouette Hip-Slimming Exercises Advised

The article promotes hip reduction to fit new spring fashions. It describes two quick exercises: a seated hip walk with raised elbows to lift balancing and forward movement, and a sprinter stance with alternating leg jumps. Repetition and consistent practice are urged to maintain slim hips.

GLOUSTER Proceeds From Scales To Help Polio Fund

Scoutmaster Ted Byers says all proceeds from scales at the Sanders Building corner by the Post Office, starting today through Monday Jan 30, go to the March of Dimes drive. The High Street scales, placed months ago for scout activity funds, will stay for weight watchers and to aid the local scout treasury.

Glouster Ted Byers Sanders High Street

Birthday Observed for Mrs. Mary Love in Glouster

Mrs. Mary Love of Glouster celebrated her eighty seventh birthday on January 10. Neighbors Mr. and Mrs. Marion Champlin sent a white shawl and their daughters a bouquet from Rittman Ohio. Family members sent greetings and baked a cake. Grandchildren Bill Barbara and Lee Love and Virgil Davis Jr. offered greetings.

Glouster Mary Love Marion Champlin Love Rittman Ohio Virgil Davis Francis Love Columbus Lee Love Bill Barbara Love Virgil Davis Jr

OU Dramatics Group Elects Miss Georgeanne Fornwall

Ohio University junior Miss Georgeanne Fornwall from McArthur was elected president of Footlighter's the OU Junior Honorary Dramatic Society during pledging ceremonies in Memorial Auditorium Lounge. John Lynn was made an honorary member as seven new pledges were announced.

Georgeanne Fornwall Ohio University College of Fine Arts McArthur Footlighter’s Memorial Auditorium Robert Wilson Columbus John Lynn Joan Fleming LeDale Williams Hamilton Marilyn McGinnis Cleveland Wayne Adams Bucyrus James P. Banks Athens Dale Dunn New Philadelphia John C. Wise Sidney Cohen Carl A. Udall Leavittsburg

Miss Herbert Chooses Paths for Women Leaders at OU Rally

Miss Elizabeth Herbert spoke to Ohio University women leaders at Lindley Hall praising leadership growth through active roles in education, welfare, youth work, and community groups. Mrs. Luchs followed with advice on criticism, sensitivity, and planning, as campus leaders gathered with officials and League members.

Elizabeth Herbert Ohio University Lindley Hall Miss Herbert Ohio Thomas W. Herbert John Adams High Cleveland Herbert Fred Luchs Luchs Phoenix Mortar Board Women’s League Senate Irma E. Voigt Leona W. Felsted Betty E. Feiszli Sandusky Women’s League Barbara M. Smith Canton

Two Athens Women Capped as Gray Ladies

Two more Athens women Mrs Jack Sweeney and Mrs Howard Brinker were capped as Gray Ladies last Tuesday at the chapel of the Chillicothe Veterans Hospital. Mrs Mary Erskin presided at the ceremony with welcome by Mrs E A Hatton and address by Dr H H Botts. Seven Gray Ladies from the Athens chapter attended the event with special music provided.

Athens Jack Sweeney Howard Brinker Mary Erskin Chillicothe Veterans’ Hospital E. A. Hatton Ross County H. H. Botts

Auxiliary Votes to Send a Girl to Girls State

Members of the American Legion Auxiliary voted at their Legion home meeting to send a girl to Girls State again this year. Refreshments were served by Mrs. James Vercoe and committee. Social committee for February listed including multiple named members.

American Legion Auxiliary Legion Home James Vercoe Clara Goodrich John Cox Laura Cable Joe E. Jenkins Wilson Carr Edmond Efaw M. C. Morrison Clayton Powers William Moody George van Meter Eugene Cole Effie Lands H. R. Archer L. M. Williams

Creole Beef Dinner Menu with Chocolate Floating Island

A 4 serving menu headed by Creole Beef Baked Potatoes and Kale salad includes a chocolate pudding based dessert. The recipe card instructs making four portions of pudding, preparing meringue islands, baking, and serving each island atop the pudding portions.

Be Enthusiastic About a Room Redecoration

A friend has redecorated a room and the improvement is clear and exciting. The new design elevates the space with fresh color, layout, and mood, making it feel welcoming and stylish.

Athens horse owners attend Buckeye Walking Horse meet

Athens owners of Tennessee Walking Horses joined the Buckeye Walking Horse Association in Columbus for a buffet dinner at the Seneca Hotel. Directors including Jack Gilkey and other members attended as the group, which meets four times yearly, gathered among local trainers and enthusiasts.

Athens Tennessee Walking Horses Columbus Buckeye Walking Horse Association Seneca Hotel P. F. Good William Hughes Carl Ferguson Jack Gilkey Gilkey

Initiation of Three Is Conducted by Delta Kappa Gamma

Alpha Lambda chapter held its January meeting in the Tri Psi rooms Nelsonville with a formal dinner at 6 30 p m. and the initiation of Christine Brown Chauncey Anna Mildred Howard Trimble and Camilla Weisenbach Athens. President Phyllis McDaniel led a short business meeting. Next gathering is February 15 at 7 30 p m at the Women’s Faculty Club Ohio University.

Alpha Lambda Chapter Delta Kappa Gamma Society Tri Psi Nelsonville Christine Brown Chauncey Anna Mildred Howard

Club Calendar Tuesday Circles At First Methodist Church

WSCS circles meet Tuesday at 2 pm in First Methodist Church with six circles listing leaders and addresses. Athena Delphian Club hosts Cottage Tea House at 7 30 pm with hostess. Tuesday Club dinner and lecture planned. Various groups hold meetings at homes or local venues with times and contact notes.

WSCS First Methodist Church Vickers Lucy Michael Morris Ave Burns L. A. Hamilton Maplewood Dr Benz E. R. Jacoby Athens Houck D. R. Clippinger N. May Ave Schilling C. E. Thomas Athena Delphian Club Cottage Tea House Lancaster St Hunter E. Hope

Guild Group Presents Program At Baptist Church

The Hattie Jackson Guild Girls held a program at the Baptist Church led by guild president Patty Harding and director Gertrude Kirby. Readings, prayers, solos, duets, and a poem featured multiple performers including Louise Harding Joan Jenkins Alphonso Harding Reginald Bland Barbara Dexter and Richard Fultz. Benediction was given by Deacon Thomas Brown.

Alphonso Harding Reginald Bland Richard Viney William Peyton George Futz Guild Ora Viney Deacon Thomas Brown

Loyal Wom en's Class of Church of Christ Meets

The Loyal Women's Class of the Church of Christ met in the church social rooms Friday evening with new officers hosting. Mrs. Elizabeth Waldeck presided, with a prayer by Mrs. Emerick and Scripture read by Mrs. Kate Hinton. Recitations followed from several members.

Virgie Gandi Agnes Eddy Helen Thomas

Miss Coffman Hosts McLeish Sewing Circle Meeting

Miss Beatrice Coffman hosted the McLeish Sewing Circle at Mrs. Arthur Coffman’s home. New member Mrs. Ruby Norris joined. Guests enjoyed gifts and games, with hot dogs and coffee served. The circle plans a Valentine party on February 16 at Mrs. Ruby Norris’s home.

Glouster Beatrice Coffman McLeish Arthur Coffman Ruby Norris Ray Roberts Ethel Lowery Shirley Lowery Faye Nott Bernice Lowery Katherine Norris Ruth Swan Kay Nott

Men Visit Millfield And New Marshfield

Daniel Teater and Homer Vian visited New Marshfield to see Church of Christ members and the new parsonage. On the way they stopped in Millfield to visit shut in Edward Snyder, grandson of Arthur and Mrs. Triplett, where Vian played accordion pieces.

Glouster Daniel Teater Homer Vian New Marshfield Church of Christ Millfield

Food Sale Planned at Jacksonville Methodist Church

The WSCS plans a lunch and soup sale at the Jacksonville Methodist Church Thursday at 11 a.m. Hamburgers, pie and soup will be served in the church or for carryout.

Glouster WSCS Jacksonville

Injured Miner and Two Church Meetings in Glouster

John McManaway sustained a serious right ankle injury last Wednesday in a New Lexington coal mine after a loaded bank car jumped the track. In Glouster, deacons Thomas Morris Thomas Brown Wiley Harris and Walter Kirk call a special Baptist Church business meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. The Church of Christ Women’s Council holds a special meeting Tuesday at 7 30 p.m. All members urged to attend.

Glouster John McManaway New Lexington Thomas Morris Thomas Brown Wiley Harris Walter Kirk The Baptist Church Women’s Council Women’s Council of Church of Christ

Man Dies After Fight Near Café in Portsmouth

Sherman Brown aged 61 collapsed after a fist fight near a cafe and died en route to a hospital. Police Chief Hughie Rudity reported the incident occurred Thursday night in Portsmouth as officers investigated the deadly encounter.

Portsmouth Sherman Brown Hughie Rudity

Losers Host Party By Oakdale Sunday School

GLOUSTER Members of the Oakdale Sunday School held a party in the Hollister school building. Reds won attendance control over four months while Blues provided refreshments. Men and women played games and a basketball game as part of the evening's entertainment.

Glouster Oakdale Hollister Reds Blues

Club Meet Tonight Glouster Proceedings

The Junior Progressive Study Club will meet Monday at 7 30 p m in the home of Mrs Richard Morris on Front Street.

Glouster Junior Progressive Study Club Mra Richard Morris Front St

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