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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1969
Page
11
In a reader tip Heloise explains using a blender to prepare instant pudding with cold milk and the packet contents. The mix thickens faster, avoids washing beaters, and leaves a clean kitchen. She also notes hot pickles require a tall glass of water and offers a simple bedspread idea for a child or new bride.
The writer describes sewing and binding a new bed sheet with extra wide bias tape along the sides and bottom, tucking the top over pillows, centering and monogramming the center, and using coordinated fabrics for a washable set. The aim is easy care for children’s beds and repeated soiling.
Abigail Van Buren offers guidance on a vasectomy that did not take leading to an unintended pregnancy and asks if a physician can be sued for damages while noting collection may depend on various legal factors. The column also offers light humor about everyday quirks and staying patient.
Wendy writes that a 17 year old loves a boy who often stands her up yet apologizes afterward. Abby replies that the core issue is the boy’s unreliable word, implying it reveals his character and worthiness as a partner.
A reader asks about correct congratulations in engagements and marriages. The column notes that people should congratulate the man and wish the woman luck, though often the woman deserves the congratulations and the man the luck.
Classic period music highlighted in Ohio University Chamber Music Institute at Music Hall Saturday at 10 a.m. The open public concert is the second of a four week session sponsored by Ohio University and the Ohio Arts Council. Students from Ohio and neighboring states perform in string percussion woodwind brass and mixed ensembles.
Marjorie Moon a Cleveland native and theater graduate student directs at Crook Hall while in a pre professional acting program under Dr. Arthur Wagner. She has acted in Bells are Ringing Beggar’s Opera and A Streetcar Named Desire and will serve as vocal coach for Ohio Valley Summer Theater productions this summer. Moon aims to deepen self knowledge through acting and plans to transfer to Temple University this fall before auditioning for a repertoire company.
Dr Myers reflects on how a happy childhood can prepare for happy parenthood and shares a reader letter about raising two boys. The writer describes efforts to provide social play, Sunday school, birthday parties, and reading time while managing temper and guiding early education.
A humorous note suggests soaking thin pickle slices in jalapeno pepper juice to make spicy pickles. The writer Marquite Hernandez calls it the best and hottest in town and claims trying it nearly killed him.
The Coolville Riding Club announces its Ohio Valley Horse Show Association point show at the Coolville ring this Saturday. Halter classes start at 2 p.m. with Earl Cherry and Charles Hayes as judges. Nineteen halter classes award five place ribbons. Grant Newland is ring master and Frank Powell announcer. At 7 p.m. 21 performance classes, trophies and prize money accompany a Tack Shop on site and refreshments available.
A summer blueberry roly poly recipe with prep and cook times of 25 minutes each. Instructions cover dough, berry filling, rolling, slicing, and baking at 400 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes with optional warming before serving.
Miss Joyce Dean daughter of Mr and Mrs Norman Dean of N May Ave was honored with a luncheon and bridal shower at John Calhoun Baker Center ahead of her August 2 open church wedding to Kenneth Joseph Colegy at First United Methodist Church Hostesses included Mrs John Algeo Erma Betts Mrs Frank X Rauch and Mrs Jack Sweeney Numerous guests listed from the Deans and related social circles.
Mr and Mrs Harry L McCune of Athens announce the July 2 birth of a son Mark Allen at Sheltering Arms Hospital They also have a daughter Elizabeth Anne 54 Grandparents Mr and Mrs Allen Locke Peach Ridge Road and Mr and Mrs Dale McCune Mr Vernon Great grandparents Mr and Mrs Earl Daniel Albany and Mrs Harriett Locke St Marys W Va Mr and Mrs Ralph M Brown Nelsonville Route 2 Laurel Run announce the birth of a son Jeffrey Michael born July 9 at St Ann's Hospital Columbus Mrs D H Woodard Logan Route 1 and Mr and Mrs Weldon K E Brown Nelsonville Great grandfather is S E Woodard Trenton Mich
Carl Thielmann of Sheltering Arms Hospital told nurses the field will split into specialized areas. He urged modernization and total patient care with new equipment. Plans for an August staff picnic were discussed.
The Bethany Goodwill Club of Guysville held its July gathering at Wilson Roadside Park with a covered dish lunch. Gladys Richardson read a selection titled I Pledge Allegiance. Visitors included Mrs. Charles Buck and Mrs. Larry Lightner. An auction is planned for the next meeting.
The Alexander Band Boosters met at Waterloo School in New Marshfield to report progress on the membership drive and announce that cards may still be purchased from any member. Melvin Stedman, president, led fundraising plans for new uniforms. the Aug. 4 meeting will be at Shade School.
Here n There report notes Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Ridenour and children Kim Debbie and Kathy of Medina New York returned home after a ten day vacation visiting Mr and Mrs Tom Henry Mr and Mrs Richard Storer and friends They attended the 20th reunion of Mr Ridenour s Athens High School class Also mentioned Mrs Perry Russell Albany and her son Gary vacationed in Florida for a week
Miss Patricia Brider former Athens resident and Ohio University graduate is admitted to St. Clare's Hospital 415 West 51st Street New York City for major surgery. Her Branford Conn mother has gone to New York to be with her daughter.
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