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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1958
Page
5
A fatherly guide urges mothers to bolster a plain or homely child’s self image through kindness, grooming, and style. It stresses correcting perceived flaws, choosing flattering clothes, and highlighting strengths to prevent lasting scars.
Emblem Club members will meet tonight at the Elks Club starting at eight oclock. Members are asked to bring sandwiches.
The Naomi Bible Class met last Wednesday at Mrs. Earl Mace's home. A surprise baby shower honored Mrs. Paul McCombs. Songs were performed by Charles Caffrey and his brothers Daniel and David Carfrey. Devotions were led by Mrs. Edith Barrows. A rummage sale is planned for July with a July 10 picnic at Logan Park at 6 p.m., led by class president Mrs. Roy Kittle.
Rome Township with 1,212 residents surpassed its $500 cancer fund goal by raising 538.11. The drive was led by Mrs. Grace Brill with contributions totaling 167.86 at Evergreen Grocery, 105.80 at Hide-a-Way Guysville, and 36.16 at Rome Canaan School. Eight solicitors conducted the effort.
Calendar entries list Athens Grange officers practice at 8 p m with a request for attendance. Canaan Grange holds a special meeting at 7 p m with officers urged to attend and bring cookies. Lodi Grange meets at 8 p m followed by Gold Star Mothers at 7 30 p m at the American Legion Home.
Miss Mary Sue LaFollette daughter of Dr and Mrs A C LaFollette 32 Grosvenor St Oak Park Illinois was awarded a Master of Arts degree in Religious Education by Northwestern University and Garrett Biblical Institute at Garretts 101st commencement Today She previously earned a BS in Education from Ohio University in 1955 and has taught in Colorado Springs and served as director of Christian education at Cuyler Avenue Methodist Church Oak Park Illinois
Miss Patsy Beckert daughter of Professor R F Beckert 292 E State St leaves Sunday for Houston Texas to join ten apprentices in the Alley Theater Equity Company She recently completed her sophomore year at Ohio University and will return to Athens in August
North dealer in a bridge hand opens 1NT and follows a Texas convention. A misread jump by Schapiro prompts Reese to bid four spades, leading to a six heart slam after spade and diamond play. Reese notes Britain won a lucky swing while Schapiro pays the 100 schillings.
Article advises that true beauty comes from good health and smart eating. Emphasizes regular breakfast with milk, protein at every meal, and a balanced diet including citrus, greens, and vegetables. Warns against excessive cosmetic use and poor health habits as road to beauty.
Advice warns against overusing dears and darlings in conversation. It urges using real names to avoid sounding cheap and emphasizes affection should be reserved for those with genuine bonds.
Former Athenians William H. Logan and wife reside on Intracostal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale. The Miami Herald feature by Kay Murphy highlights their third Florida home with rooms overlooking the water, blue and green decor, a practical dream kitchen, and dining with French Provincial furnishings. The Logans previously lived on Utah Place. their daughter Mrs. Walter R. Davis lives in San Angelo, Texas.
Caura Wheeler promotes Pattern 693 for festive cloth with metallic rick rack and braid. Includes bell transfer options 8 bells or 16 bells with specified sizes and three arrangements. Send 35 cents for pattern, add 5 cents for first class mail. Mail to The Athens Messenger Needlecraft Dept.
The Bates WSCS held a well attended June meeting at the church with prayer by Mazie Hanning and a business session led by president Peggy Seipel. Members and guests, including Ellen and Juanita Gabriel, were listed along with plans for a July gathering hosted by Mildred Johnson.
Athens Local Youth Temperance Council discussed plans to send delegates to the State YTC Camp at Muskingum College New Concord from June 30 to July 3. The group met at Athens State Hospital grounds with 13 members and eight guests attending a picnic supper after the meeting led by Phil Romine.
Advertises Printed Pattern 4790 for Jr. Miss sizes 9 through 17. Dress size 13 requires 2 1/3 yards 39 inch fabric and overskirt 3 1/3 yards. Includes directions and costs 35 cents plus 5 cents for ordering. Send to Anne Adams care of The Athens Messenger Pattern Dept. 243 West 17th St. with name address zone size and style number.
Chauncey Mother's Club met at Mrs. Jack Canter's home to set their June 29 picnic at Rachel Macher Park Logan. Door prize went to Mrs. Franklin Pennell. hostess gift from Mrs. Jack Bricker. Next meeting slated for June 19 at Mrs. Millard Douglas's home The Plains.
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