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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1951
Page
6
New York fashion notes show the fall sheath remains dominant with aprons bursting from slim stems, curved overskirts, and side panels. Gray jersey rises in daytime wear with fuller skirts lined in taffeta or organdie, while crinoline appears at the hip or hem for structure. Designers Mollie Parnis showcases an apron dress in beige wool belted in black calf.
Mrs. Joseph A. Mayers was guest of honor at a farewell luncheon and party hosted by Mrs. Fred Wheaton Jr. at Elmwood Place. Guests enjoyed buffet service, bridge, canasta, and swimming in the Wheaton pool. Attendees included Athens residents Richard Phillips and many others. Mrs. Mayers will move to Charleston West Virginia with her husband.
Evan J. Jones of Douglaston New York visits Maine with his sister's family at Kesar Lake after research work with the Nielsen Company in Chicago. Also listed are the Meras from Park Place and Shannon Avenue, the Witzlers from Fort Street, and the Pierces from Long Island plus relatives visiting Niagara Falls and Columbus Nazarene Camp.
The Bishop class of Central Avenue Methodist Church met Tuesday evening with twenty four members and three guests. Mrs. Cynthia Harvey led devotions and Mrs. Eva Van Dyke played accordion selections. Mrs. Harvey and Mrs. Belle Bishop won a contest conducted by Ms. Van Dyke and Grace Burns. Refreshments were served by Ethel Yoho, Laura Bardin, Opal Nichols and Hildred Hutchens. The next meeting will be August 30.
Picnic and meeting notices for Eagles auxiliary VFW IOOF Rebekah WCTU and others at Athens churches halls and parks. Past Chiefs Club picnic at Hooper Park Route 50 and a dinner at Clyde Brown home for Gerald Phillips heading to service. Local attendees listed. Afternoon callers noted from nearby towns.
New York report highlights wrinkle free Dan River gingham dresses for nursery to big sister plus jumper duos and separates. Plaid gingham blends practicality with cool comfort for early fall, with wrinkle resistant finish reducing washing and ironing needs.
Ruth Millett writes that many housewives fear becoming overwhelmed by childcare and chores. She advises discussing a weekly day off with a husband to regain balance, avoid self blame, and prevent burnout, suggesting a brief respite can improve the home atmosphere.
The Adult Fellowship class will host an annual picnic at Evelyn Aleshire's home on Wednesday Aug 1 at 6 pm. Attendees bring a covered dish, sandwiches and table service. Local visits include Mrs. Sarah Evans visiting her son and daughter in law Henry Evans. The Plains Church of God beat Murray City 6 to 4 with Gene Sharpe the winning pitcher.
Thirty six people attended the Peoples Life Insurance Company annual picnic at Memorial Park in Glouster. The Athens Agency Booster Club sponsored the event with guests Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Settle and J. P. Coulson. A noon picnic dinner was served and the afternoon featured games and contests with prizes awarded to sixteen participants. The outing ended with a picnic supper.
A reader in Indiana contests college professors who favor socialism and communism. The letter argues America’s free enterprise system, success of business leaders, and strong living standards prove capitalism works, urging students to reject socialist ideas and to contact Dr. Crane for psychological charts.
A mother uses a dinner scene and breakfast rebuke to illustrate how explanations back obedience build trust. She argues parents and children share goals and that giving reasons turns obedience into training in honesty, cleanliness, and self control.
New York reports summer plaid fabrics in sheer cottons for hot weather. Hope Skillman designs a junior cotton with a man’s handkerchief repeat in blue over plaid, while McKettrick creates dotted Swiss plaid with tobacco brown tones. Sleeves are brief and belts accent the waist.
The text contrasts teaching a child to announce phone calls with letting him yell for the parent. It also notes the rarity of air on Mount Everest, stating ten breaths are needed per step. The two excerpts present parenting guidance and a note on high altitude physiology.
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