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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1942
Page
6
Mrs. H. E. Benz presides at the W S C S executive board meeting at her home to welcome Dr. E A Brown and Mrs. Brown. District and local officers are introduced, reports heard on duties, and Dr Brown plans next year’s program after studying the situation.
Miss Barbara Williams hosted a Tuesday afternoon Small Fry party for Carolyn Crane as she moves with Coach Crane and family to Athens Georgia. Twelve guests played games and the handkerchief shower honored Carolyn with prizes awarded to Antoinnette Ondis Kathryn Vercoe and Sara Connett. Refreshments in a red white and blue scheme were served with help from Mrs W H Jewett and the hostess mother and grandmother. The Williams twins attended along with Carole Smith Kathryn Vercoe Patty Lou Fitzer Martha DeMorrison Helen Lehman Marilyn Paulsen Emily McConkey Katy Carpenter and Carolyn Crane.
Mrs. Charles Jackson of Detroit visits her mother Mrs. Lydia Noland for a week. Mrs. Noland and daughter arrive for a three week stay. Ray Brandenburg, Fort Sam Houston, promoted to Sergeant after 16 months in service. Mrs. Janet Russell visits New Marshfield relatives Mr. and Mrs. Sam Riggle. Pvt. Donald Frazee home on furlough from Washington DC visiting wife Gladys and son Donnie. brother William heads to Army Induction Center. Pvt. John W. Brooks, stationed at Fort Knox, visits wife Wanda Oxley and her parents. Mrs. F. L. Preston returns from Parkersburg and to stay with Henry Sparks' family until Ensign Preston in Cleveland is stationed. Miss Madge Stewart, NY Public Schools teacher, returns to New York tonight. Miss Mary Devlin, Cleveland, visits Miss Irene Devlin. Mrs. H. C. Fitzpatrick to Detroit with Sgt. H. C. Fitzpatrick. son Jimmy to accompany. Mr. Harold Gutherle family visit Bedford relatives. Mr. and Mrs. George Ford receive a letter from Pvt. First Class William H. Ford, Marine Corps, reporting safe arrival after two months, noting he is enjoying himself.”
Efficient care of fingertips described as a wartime must. Advice includes weekly manicures, gentle cuticle work, emery board shaping, and buffing. Tips cover protecting nails with gloves, using polish bases and shields, and conserving supplies. Also mentions mayonnaise as a salad stretcher with sweet pickle juice enhancing flavor.
New York preview highlights cloches bonnets and berets as the leading fall millinery shapes for 1942 43. Designers Lily Dache John Frederic and Sally Victor show color bold Ming orange green felt and purple hues with high crowns and brimless options.
An appeal urges married teachers in a southern city to return to work only in communities that respect their rights as citizens. Unmarried teachers leave for higher pay, so the movement calls for united action, stressing democracy and firm standards against firings tied to marital status. The Albany Grange program followed with songs, a poem, guitar solos, and a group rendition of God Bless America.
A pastiche of etiquette questions and answers on social conduct covering adoption announcements engagement rings after widowhood gift cards and dance etiquette. The piece lists yes no and guidance to use natural phrases such as I know him and suggests writing a personal note.
In a hotel suite Madge Graham persuades Katharine Bicknett to rest as Jack’s pursuer, a labored espionage chase, nears. Dicky plans action for Underwoods while Katharine remains docile after a sedative breakfast and a faint return of color. Luncheon to ease nerves, then transport talks. (Continued tomorrow)
A reader recounts an Athens man suggesting a fellow draftee sought a deferment for the duration. The piece weaves mid summer brides perfume advice and notes on French lily of the valley, plus a jab at London milliners remaking discarded hats for fall shows.
Relief Corps hosted by Mrs J R Harvey with president Mrs Blanche Root presiding. Report on the 69th annual convention in Columbus. No district meetings during the war. Next meeting a six o'clock dinner Aug 10 at Mrs Root's home. Mr and Mrs Paul Kachman of The Plains welcomed son John Larry born July 1. grandparents Floyd Heightland Athens Route 2 and Steve Kachman The Plains. great grandparents William Frazee Chauncey. Featured cooking tips for fried chicken and a hostess gift idea with decorative packaging.
A report visits the Athens Youth Hostel at Clayton Ranch three miles beyond New Marshfield. Mrs. Mary Clayton hosts the facility offering inexpensive overnight lodging with separate sleeping areas for boys and girls, shared dining and cooking spaces, and a 25 cent plus fuel rate.
After the Scotch foursome at the Athens Country Club, men and women play together. The event is next Monday July 29 with play starting at 6 p.m. and prizes awarded. Those staying for lunch should reserve with Mrs. McLaughlin at the club.
During the monthly meeting the Richland Ave. W.S.C.S. plans a Friday July 17 potluck at 6 30 p m in honor of Rev J K Price. Invites go to all community members and asks each family to bring a covered dish and sandwiches. If rain the meal moves to the church basement. A short business meeting and program follow. FRUIT CUP offers a summer stand by with chilled cubes of watermelon cantaloupe blackberries and white seedless grapes.
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