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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1949
Page
6
The Gilham Frank Auxiliary of the VFW sponsors a rummage sale at Athens City Hall starting Saturday June 11 at 7 30 a m Public notices listing Athens as the venue.
Mr. Charles G. O Bleness hosts a Country Club dinner honoring Miss Lulu King of Atlanta Georgia on the 50th anniversary of Ohio University class of 1899. Guests include former music pupils Dr Newman Bennett Mrs Mary Thomas Lucille Linscott and others.
Travelers gather for the Patricia Ann Connor and Robert M. Finley nuptials in Athens. The wedding is set for Monday June 13 at The Church of the Good Shepherd. Guests include Harlan C. Finley David E. Beatty Harry McConnville from East Liverpool and relatives from Pittsburgh Reading and Tulsa.
Wide shelves that slide in and out beneath a kitchen work counter offer efficient storage for large platters and trays. Their design accommodates bulky items, keeping them accessible and organized in a compact kitchen space.
Mrs F C Rogers of Merchantville N J arrives to visit her daughter Miss Sallie Hawkins and parents Mr and Mrs H W McKinstry at 102 Morris Ave. Hawkins will wed William L Roberts of Denver Colo on June 25. Roberts, an Ohio University graduate 1948, will arrive June 17. Other locals attend weekend gatherings for the 25th anniversary of the Ohio University Class of 1924 and related weddings.
Meadville couple Mr. and Mrs. Grosvenor S. McKee travel with daughter Grace Connors to Ohio University events in Athens for their grandson Grosvenor Wilson McKee’s graduation. Other guests include families from Tiffin Columbus and Washington visiting for commencement and anniversaries.
The Village of Glouster seeks to buy about 30 000 used paying bricks. Interested sellers contact Village Clerk Esta L Cunningham at City Building 16 Front St or call Clerk Reta L Cunningham. Notice dated June 9 1949.
The Mine Examining Board of the Ohio Division of Mines will conduct examinations for mine foremen and fire bosses at multiple school buildings in Athens Roseville New Philadelphia Bellaire St Clairsville Cadiz and other locations. Examinations start at 8:00 AM Eastern Standard Time on scheduled July dates.
Scores of Ohio University alumni and faculty return to Athens for commencement events including a Golden Anniversary for the class of 1899. Notables include Dr Newman A Bennett and Miss Lulu King among many guests from multiple cities and states. Community groups plan picnics at home of Eleanor Trout and the UCD Club holds its annual picnic at the Michael residence.
Beauty experts warn that removing natural eyebrows can dull facial expression. Many women who shave brows report difficulty conveying emotions, with pencil drawings used to create surprised or worried looks. Eyebrows convey fear happiness sorrow and tragedy according to professionals.
Mr and Mrs Thomas S McNeir of Bronxville N Y and Mrs E G Silvus visit Athens for their daughter Sally McNeir’s bachelor of fine arts degree at Ohio University. Other guests include Mrs James Queenan and Mr Frank H Queenan with families. Ohio Wesleyan instructor Maude Lee Dorsey plans summer stay.
Vicki Rauch of Athens hosts a Thursday evening lawn party at the Rauch home on Ath ens Pomeroy Road. The event honors Ann Collins daughter of Dean and Mrs Evan R Collings ahead of their move to Albany New York where Dean Collins will serve as president of Albany Teachers College. Guests include first grade pupils from Rufus Putnam School and teacher Miss Viola Nelson along with Sally Weber Nancy Nolan and Alice Jane Reeder.
Attendees included Mrs. W. G. Danford Mr. and Mrs. Richard Banks and Mr. and Mrs. Richard C. Dent. Kathryn Nie man became the bride of Woodrow Wyant at Malabar Farm Lucas Ohio. Wyant formerly taught agriculture at Ohio University and visited Athens after the ceremony.
The Women's Association of the Presbyterian Church meets June 14 at 220 E State St hosted by Mrs Harry Foster. Supper at 6 pm features devotionals by Mrs John Jagers and a talk by Mrs F E Luchs on women's work in the church today. In rain, meeting moves to the church. Also a round and square dance is set for Saturday night June 11 at the Athens Grange Hall Athens Fairgrounds sponsored by Athens Grange.
An old advertisement promotes The Miracle Vitamins With Iron Solu Seals for nerves stomach skin and blood health. It claims deficiency causes neuritis and promises better well being and sleep. 100 tablets priced at 2.50 sold at Quick's Cut Rate Drug Store with mail order option.
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