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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1935
Page
7
Multiple local residents hosted visitors and relatives from nearby towns over the weekend. Names include Miriam Hayden, Blanche Graham, and the Blaker family among others, with trips to Columbus, Athens, and Wilkes Barre noted.
Girl Scouts at the camp crafted spatter prints to use as invitations for Fathers Day activities. The day included leaf imprinting, hiking, and twig craft lessons. The event closed with a flag ceremony and display planned for Ellis Hall.
Helen Welshimer criticizes celebrity weddings staged for publicity such as airplane nuptials over Niagara Falls and promotional ceremonies at food shows. She argues marriage is sacred and deserves quiet dignity, not media spectacle or marketable promotion.
The Ladies Aid Society of the M. P. Church on Richland Avenue held a Lum and Abner Social Friday night at the school house. A large crowd attended and the fundraiser netted $36.05.
Miss Anne Slingluff daughter of Mr and Mrs J E B Slingluff Cambridge became the bride of Dr A C Ormond of Akron Thursday afternoon at First Presbyterian Church Cambridge Ohio The gown of white crepe with a short train and lace edged veil matched by bridesmaids in blue and yellow The ceremony featured ferns larkspur and candelabra from Dover Moravian Church A reception followed and the couple departed for a Canada wedding trip Attendees included relatives from Athens Logan Bridgeport and nearby areas.
New York fashion writers describe a season of soft, feminine evening gowns with circular godets, accordion pleats, and vivid color mixes. Designers spotlight Grecian lines, long wraps, and dramatic capes, while the garment itself carries the allure with minimal jewelry.
A 1940s picnic guidance piece advises packing a single hot dish to keep heat and flavor, using a casserole of pork chops and potatoes as the centerpiece. It covers utensils, ware, napkins, and serving tips, including wrapping the hot dish in newspaper and timing the finish with parsley and steam sealing.
Mrs. L. S. Nichols entertained sixteen guests Saturday at the Athens Country Club. Con tract bridge was played and dinner served on the veranda. Roses and delphiniums decorated tables. Prizes went to Miss Amy Weihr, Miss Dora Moore, and Miss Mildred Chatter. Miss Joy Cutler, recently in New York, attended as a guest.
A notice invites residents to a community picnic organized by the New England Presbyterian Church at a local grove. The event aims to bring neighbors together with informal games, food, and fellowship in a outdoor setting Friday afternoon.
A business oriented woman can look poised for dinner by organizing a simple routine. Keep evening cosmetics in the bag, gather all garments before the bath, and use the bath time to attend to nails, skin, and hair. Apply scent after the bath and dress calmly before leaving.
Mr and Mrs Cecil Robinson announce the marriage of their daughter Lena Robinson to Richard EB Kelley son of Mr and Mrs J L C Kelley. The ceremony occurred Wednesday in Point Pleasant West Virginia with Rev John Beddon officiating. Lena wore a blue dress with white accessories. Lena a Lodi High School 1943 graduate. Richard Athens High School 1930 graduate attended Ohio University. He currently plays in Ted Wildermuth's orchestra.
A party from Athens left Sunday for a boat excursion from Marietta to Parkersburg West Virginia. The group included Mr and Mrs Lorin Connett and children Betty and Mabel others were Mr and Mrs Clarence Laughlin and daughter Whyliea Mr Bill White Mr and Mrs Fred Wheaton and Ione Charlew Fred Misa Ruth Lewla and Misa Lailian Crumley.
The D A V annual pie event will not be on July 4. It moves to July 24 at Nice's Place on Pomeroy Road.
An old advertisement claims FOUND AT LAST a famed prescription Q-6 for rheumastium neuritis and sciatica with a 623 guaranteed rest. It touts cures many sufferers and urges readers to try the remedy as absolutely guaranteed to help.
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