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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1958

Page

9

Speaking of Murder Delivers Suspense at Ohio Valley Summer Theater

The Ohio Valley Summer Theater presents Speaking of Murder directed by Virginia Hahne. The plot centers on a jealousy driven housekeeper aiming to trap Mrs. Ashton in a soundproof vault while a mink jacket is secured. Strong ensemble work from Annabelle Logan and Charles Ashton’s cast drives the theatrical mystery to a final unanswered question.

Ohio Valley Summer Theater Virginia Hahne Ohio University Charles Ashton Charles Annabelle Logan Mutt Victor Goedecke Annabelle Albert Smelko OVST Ashton Charles L. Smith Connie Rickey David Foster Young Foster Thomas E. Foster Janie Ashton Sally Smith Ann Bowers Tom Fess Glenn Alsop Miss Hahne Mrs. Ashton

Reunion picnic for Canaanville School at church

Club calendar item notes a reunion picnic for all teachers pupils and patrons of the former Canaanville School. Event set at Canaanville Methodist Church with Summit Grange at 8 p m. Program planned and attendees asked to bring pie.

Canaanville Canaanville Methodist Church Summit Grange

Cincinnati Summer Opera Opens 37th Season With Stars

The Cincinnati Summer Opera starts its 37th season this Saturday with Der Rosenkavalier featuring Eleanor Steber Frances Bible Dorothy Warenskjold William Wilderman and John Brownlee Fausta Cleva of the Metropolitan Opera returns for his 25th season. Elixir of Love is set for July 6 and July 10 with Eva Likova Salvatore Baccaloni Eleanor Wold making her Summer Opera debut and also featuring Charles Anthony and Frank Valentino.

Cincinnati Summer Opera der Rosenkavalier Eleanor Steber Frances Bible Dorothy Warenskjold William Wilderman John Brownlee Fausta Cleva Metropolitan Opera Co Eva Likova Salvatore Baccaloni Buffo Eleanor Wold Charles Anthony Frank Valentino

Sack Blouse Goes Back To School

The article discusses the return of sack blouses for girls this fall as a modern, practical schoolwear option. It notes the shift from middies to new sack silhouettes, with fabrics that resist wrinkling and do not require ironing, plus coordinated wash and wear outfits in bright colors.

Sack Blouse

Avoid Shopping With Friends and Opera Schedule at Zoo Pavilion

Do not bring a best friend when buying a dress and judge the fit yourself. The Zoo Pavilion hosts Metropolitan Opera stars Friday and Sunday July 11 and 13 with roles in Carmen and other operas. The 1958 Summer Opera schedule lists performances July 12 to August 2 including La Traviata Boris Godunov Madame Butterfly Faust Il Trovatore La Boheme Lucia and Lucia runs. Tickets still available at the Summer Opera Ticket Office Vine near Fifth. Frederic Bartholdi used his mother as the model for the Statue of Liberty.

Metropolitan Opera Zoo Pavilion Belen Amparan Cincinnati Carmen Met Brian Sullivan Walter Cassel Eleanor Steber Eugene Conley Frank Valentino Boris Godunoff Italo Tajo Giuseppe Moretti William Wilderman Salvatore Baccaloni Madame Butterfly Dorothy Kirsten Richard Torgi Thelma Altman Faust Eva Likova Barry Morell Napoleon Bisson Eleanor Wold Il Trovatore Elinor Ross Irene Kramarich Kurt Baum la Boheme Nadine Conner Lucia Barbara Peters Frank Guarrera Summer Opera Vine Fifth

Elementary School Picnic Blends Fun and School Plans

About 320 people attended the University Elementary School picnic on school grounds last Monday. A catered supper was served in the auditorium and outdoors. Committee chairs Mrs. Austin Shell and Mrs. James Shipman led the event. James Shipman announced a lighting study and fundraising plan, possible bus service for Putnam, a hot noon meal, and a new instrument rental program. Thirteen Parents Committee members were present.

University Elementary School Austin Shell James Shipman Bern Barnes Putnam Green University Bert Barnes Tom Foster Paul Hagensick Burt Held Samuel Jaspers Richard Selleck Robert Weiman Milton Ploghoft

High Style Neckwear Adds to Appearance

Neckwear elevates dress appearance for both chemise and conservative styles. White remains universal with accent bands of color. Fabrics vary from sheer lawn to stout pique, all are easy to replace without sewing after laundering.

Pretty Hats Make Summer Gay Every Day

Summer hats are light and frivolous yet flattering offering comfort and a masculine gaze. Styling ranges from whimsy rose bows and veiled wigs to airy Milan straw and leghorn bretons perfect for sun protection and feminine outfits.

United States Milan

Understanding overcalls and responses in contract bridge

Four hands analyzed for after one level overcall, detailing optimal bids. Three spades, three no trump, two spades, and two notrump are evaluated with rationale on when game is possible and how to convey strength and fit.

North

Can Write Own Pay Ticket Older Women Can Fill Much-Needed Places

Dr. Winfred G. Helmes of the U.S. Labor Department outlines a womanpower program urging older women to return to work. She notes many women, after raising families, may be ready to reenter the workforce around age 35 and stresses that 15 years away from business life poses common challenges.

Winfred G. Helmes Womanpower U.S. Department of Labor

Visiting families and new work opportunities highlighted

Mrs. W F Carey and family visit Athens relatives while Fourth of July travelers join from Phoenix and Des Moines. Doctor Helmes notes strong demand for women in nursing teaching and secretarial work and urges mature women to start new lives as housekeepers for families. A note on calories from canned pineapple ends the piece.

W. F. Carey Dan Chevy Chase, Md Charles Weber N. Lancaster St Fred Weber Blackburn Rd Weber C. Otto Weber Phoenix, Ariz Athens

Bleaching Tips for Faded Summer Dresses

An old fashion note explains bleaching to restore whiteness in stored garments. It covers chlorine and sodium perborate options, safe use with different fabrics, washing steps, and cautions to avoid fiber damage or improper odor.

Eleanor Ross

Florida Accident Leaves 14 Year Old In Hospital

Jane Beasley, 14, daughter of Nor ris and Mrs Beasley from Athens, injured in a Florida crash two weeks ago. An operation was performed last Wednesday and she recovers at Broward General Hospital in Ft. Lauderdale and would enjoy hearing from friends. The rest of the text discusses fashion items and dress fitting.

Jane Beasley Norris Beasley Athens Royal Palm Drive Ft. Lauderdale Fla Janie Broward General Hospital

Sherbet Tops Summer Dessert Trends

Ice cream and sherbet dominate as America's favorite foods with growing consumption thanks to home freezers. Orange sherbet leads, while lime lemon pineapple and raspberry follow. Triple Eruit Sherbet blends orange lemon and lime for July and August.

America

Basted Sweaters Prevent Neck and Cuff Stretching

A sewing technique uses basted stitches through sweater necks and cuffs to stop stretching during washing. The simple basting acts as a temporary hold to preserve shape and fit.

Older Folk Need Fresh Milk Too

Nutritionists say milk remains essential for adults to maintain bone strength. Calcium and minerals aid bones, and three or four glasses daily is suggested as optimum.

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