Authentic Indian Jewelry Craze Hits Athens Stores
National fad drives high demand in Athens for Indian jewelry with merchants split on authenticity. Marting's manager notes rapid sales. Snapdragon Boutique offers Mexican handmade pieces due to low labor costs. Down The Rabbit Hole sources Navajo Hopi and Zuni pieces from reservations, citing heavy, etched designs and big stones.
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Sally JO Clapper Messenger
Athens
Marting’s
Evelyn Romine
Mexico
Jon Reznik
Mitch Endick
Down the Rabbit Hole
Arizona
New Mexico
Turquoise Jewelry Debate Features Mined Stones and Authenticity Clues
The Athens Messenger notes turquoise remains the popular choice in inlay pieces with Persian turquoise valued for its bright blue color and spider webbing. Expert Mitch warns buyers to seek reputable dealers and cautions against stamped sterling pieces as mass manufactured.
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Mitch
New Mexico
Arizona
Alexander Church Scene of Nuptials
A January 9 ceremony at Alexander Presbyterian Church joined Flossie J. Lawson of Athens Route 1 and Ralph W. Clark of 110 Elmwood Place. Vows were read by Rev. Frank Hare at 12:30 p m with music by Carolyn Clutter and Kenneth Ervin. The bride’s parents are Mr and Mrs Earl Sapp. The groom is son of the late Mr and Mrs W E Clark. Sue Stephenson of Montgomery N Y was maid of honor, William Roberson of Athens best man.
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Alexander Presbyterian Church
Flossie J. Lawson
Athens
Ralph W. Clark
Elmwood Place
Frank Hare
Carolyn Clutter
Kenneth
Ervin
Earl Sapp
Hickory St
W. E. Clark
Sue Stephenson
Montgomery, N.Y
William Roberson
Not Married Should Be Free to Leave
Abigail Van Buren answers a reader who has lived with a man for two years and asks why they are not married. The adviser notes lack of legal commitment and urges the reader to walk out, while also addressing etiquette about wearing hats inside buildings at school.
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Abby
Oklahoma
Prevention Caution Keywords in Pest Control Plan
Guidance on using pesticides safely emphasizes prevention first and choosing targeted products. Read labels, wear protective clothing, keep children and pets away during application, avoid smoking, and dispose of containers properly. The EPA booklet Safe Use of Pesticides Around the Home is promoted with contact details for copies.
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Consumer Products Information Service
Environmental Protection Agency
Consumer Information
Pueblo
Colorado
Local Births and Community Notices
Mr. and Mrs. Pat Cone of Nelsonville announce the birth of Amanda Victoria Cone on January 11 at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cone of Athens. Mr. and Mrs. Randall Steinrod of Nelsonville. Kenneth E. Midkiff and spouse announce Sven Ann Midkiff born January 14 at O'Bleness Memorial Hospital. Wade is a sibling. Great-grandparents include Mr. and Mrs. Enos Higginbotham of Albany. A surprise birthday dinner honored Barney Calvert with attendees including Mrs. Georgia Willard and Ralph Calvert family, and Betty Bunch via long-distance call. Singles Club to host wine and cheese party. contact numbers 592-4053, 592-4562. McDougal Church supper Saturday to raise funds for siding. menu includes oyster stew and chili. The column also contains Dear Abby columns and reader letters about etiquette and wedding photos requests.
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Pat Cone
Nelsonville
Amanda Victoria
O’bleness Memoral Hospital
Robert Cone
Athens
Randall Steinrod
Kenneth E. Midkiff
Guysville
Sven Ann
O’bleness Memorial Hospital
Wade
Coy D. Higginbotham
Albany
Ernest E. Midkiff
Mulligan Road
Enos B. Higginbotham
Barney Calvert
Georgia Willard
Ralph Calvert
Dick and
Nancy Calvert
Club News and Weddings Highlight Local Social Scene
Mrs. Gerald Evans hosted a Club News gathering of the Circle of CCL with Mrs. Pauline Franks speaking on Christian Women's Clubs. The interdenominational groups began in 1938 in Seattle by Mrs. Helen Baugh. Luncheons and prayer coffee hours occur monthly in Athens at Baker Center followed by programs with music, speakers, and relaxation. Also noted are social hour hosts Mrs. Dana Tom and Mrs. Earl Clickenger, the groom’s sisters. Separate items report Mary L Ruhling and Gary L Reese engagement in Columbus, with June 21 wedding, and advice that avocados store 3 to 5 days in the fridge.
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CCL
Gerald Evans
Pauline Franks
Seattle
Washington
Helen Baugh
Athens
Baker Center
Franks
Christian Women’s Club
United States
Robert Sutton
Robert L. Ruhling
Columbus
Mary L
Gary L. Reese
Robert L. Reese
York Drive
DePauw University
Ohio University
Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority
Miss Ruhling
Hocking Valley Bank
Reese
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Beverly Hills
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Dana Tom
Mesa
Earl Clickenger
Shade
Jamaica
Clark
Lawson Furniture Store
Spreading Oaks
Italy
Van
South Court Streets
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Athens, Ohio
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Woun
Reouceo
Fosters Drug & Jewelry
Washington ST
Ohio
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Coats
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Anna Wrap
Nana
Neil
Mie
Wil
Zenith
Blackburn Appliance
Chestnut Street
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