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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1952

Page

6

Pursuit of Happiness season finale at OV Summer Theater

The Ohio Valley Summer Theater presents Pursuit of Happiness by Lawrence and Armina Langer set in 1777 Westerville Connecticut. Rhoda Beffett debuts as Prudence Kirkland with a cast including Spencer Steenrod Max Christmann and others. Reservations are by calling 24641 and tickets available in the Speech Building. OVST plans a bonus Aug 7 8 9 with OVST Follies of 52.

Ohio Valley Summer Theater Christopher Lane Lawrence Armina Joan Pearlman Meg George Clark Mose Bennett Coy Mortimer Sherwood Harry Peckham Thaddeus Jennings Francis Frebault David Whipple Sons of Liberty William OVST

Recreation Board Sponsors Variety Of Active Sports

Athens youths engage in summer programs run by the Athens City Recreation Board featuring croquet, horseshoe tossing, and other active pastimes. Instructors guide participants as they learn scoring and game rules with local youths and volunteers observing and joining in.

Recreation Board Athens Athens City Recreation Board Pauline Hanson Sondra Brooks Alfred Sims Larry Russell Jim Hanson Gene Conlan Robin Hoods Larry Martin Ronnie Begg Myron Barber Gary Barber Curtis Clifford Carlos Thompson Gary Wheaton Jefry Young Richard Chambers Barry Young George Rutkoskie Gregg Booth

Easy to Sew Needlework Patterns for Juniors and More

The Athens Messenger features new two piece junior dress patterns with large button trim and slim skirts. It advertises Pattern No 8853 in sizes 11 to 20, plus a blouse pattern with French Poodle embroidery motifs and Pattern No 5287 in sizes 14 to 18. Also promotes Anne Cabot’s Album of Needlework with a gift pattern, all with price and ordering details.

Sue Burnett Athens Messenger Ave Americas New York N.Y Anne Cabot Ave. Americas

Reamer Family Returns From Lake Erie Vacation

Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Reamer of 289 East State Street with sons John and Bill have returned from a week on Nakomis Beach Lake Erie. They were joined by Mrs. Stella B. Collins of 273 East State Street, mother of Mrs. Reamer.

Charles W. Reamer E. State St John Bill Lake Erie Nakomis Beach Vermilion Reamer Stella B. Collins

Recital Set For Tuesday Featuring Miss Julia Glass

Miss Julia Glass a Malta resident and College of Fine Arts junior piano major headlines a Tuesday evening recital in Music Hall Auditorium at eight. She is joined by Miss Jean Blair soprano and James Lochary baritone with Mrs. Carol Poston on piano. Blair and Lochary perform solo pieces and in collaboration with Glass. The program includes works by Bach Beethoven Chopin Ravel Dohannyi and Casella while Blair sings pieces including the Ariette from Richard the Lion Hearted and Lochary performs Songs of Travel. The public is invited to attend.

Julia Glass Music Hall Jean Blair James Lochary Carol Poston Blair Lochary Miss Glass Malta College of Fine Arts University Chorus Sigma Alpha Iota National Women’s Music Honorary Alpha Xi Delta Sorority Bob Jones College School of Music Portsmouth College of Education Delta Tau Delta Fraternity Glee Club Phi Mu Alpha Bach Beethoven Chopin Ravel Dohannyi Casella Miss Blair Richard the Lion Hearted Gretty Williams

Mamie Eisenhower Reveals Longing to Unpack and Stay

The piece portrays Mamie Eisenhower wishing to settle permanently, reflecting a broader urge among American women who move with military or career commitments. It notes women prefer roots yet adapt to relocations, carrying a home in packing boxes while postponing permanent settling.

Mamie Eisenhower Army Post Ike

Proper etiquette for post lunch departures

The guide advises spending about an hour after the meal then leaving to respect the hostess’s plans. It also notes baking requires proper tools such as standard measuring cups and spoons with level measurements, a shallow-bowled wooden spoon for batter and a rubber spatula for folding and scraping bowls.

Contests and Prizes Promote Mental Stimulation and Family Fun

A Jacksonville Florida reader praises Dr Crane and prize contests for keeping minds active and strengthening marriage. She recalls winning third prize in a jingle contest and two $1000 prizes, with advice on entry rules, color, and persistence to win cash awards.

Julia Holcomb Jacksonville Florida Neptune Beach Crane Hearst Columbus Ohio

WCTU Family Picnic Aims to Meet at First Christian Church

A social calendar item notes a WCTU family picnic with Mrs. C. R. White on Route 5. Gather at First Christian Church at 5 p.m for transport. Bring a covered dish and table service. Speakers will come from the state office.

WCTU C. R. White First Christian Church

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