Woman's Work in Athens Supports Church Fund
The Woman's Society of Christian Service at First Methodist Church in Athens runs dinners luncheons and wedding receptions to raise money for the church building fund. Last year they served about 40 dinners five luncheons and prepared around 25 receptions with longtime volunteers often over 20 years in service.
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Woman’s Society OF Christian Service
First Methodist Church
Athens
WSCS
H. G. Householder
Ed Cole
Rule of Thumb for Floral Centerpiece Height
Practical guide advises sizing flower arrangements to fist height when placed on a dining table. Place elbow on the table and measure with a clenched fist to allow comfortable cross-table conversation.
Don’t Forget the Plants for Summer Room Decor
A friendly reminder to add fresh flowers and green plants to rooms during summer. House plants crave cooler care as heat rises and watering should be checked often.
Refrigerate Bread for Savings on Fresh Loaves
Kitchen economy notes large loaves cost less per pound than small ones. If a family wastes bread, refrigerate the loaf to extend freshness and reduce spoilage.
Pretty Pinked Floral Effect From Leaf Trimming
An unusual floral look is achieved by trimming foliage with pinking shears, creating a decorative pinked edge on leaves and accents. The technique adds texture and color accent to arrangements and garden displays.
Final Athens AAUW meeting closes season
The Athens Branch of the American Association of University Women held its final club meeting at Mrs. William H. Herbert’s home with retiring president as host. A picnic preceded the business session and a white elephant sale supported the national AAUW fellowship program funding women scholars worldwide. Officers Mrs. Fred Sands installed Elizabeth B. Stanton as president, with Mrs. Paul B. Koons and Mrs. A. M. Greer as secretaries.
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Athens
American Association of University Women
William H. Herbert
H. C. Dorman
AAUW
Fred Sands
Elizabeth B. Stanton
Paul B. Koons
A. M. Greer
Local Board Adds New Members At Athens Branch Meeting
Notes list new board members Mrs. Fred Gruttemeyer Mrs. David L. Russell Mrs. Paul Brandes and Dr. Edith Wray The Athens Branch names two special chairmen for implementation topics Mrs Harry Hultgren and Mrs Richard Lockard All new board members will meet outgoing members Thursday evening at 15 Roosevelt Dr Mrs Paul R Murphy home
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Fred Gruttemeyer
David L. Russell
Paul Brandes
Edith Wray
Athens
Harry Hultgren
Richard Lockard
Paul R. Murphy
Roosevelt
Albany Grange confers first two degrees on Vinton County
At a recent Albany Grange meeting two Vinton County teams received the first and second degrees from eight candidates. Guests came from Athens Trimble and Lodi granges. A social hour followed. The third and fourth degrees are set for Friday evening June 26 at Albany Grange.
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Albany Grange
Vinton County
Athens
Trimble
Lodi
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Ohio Valley Summer Theatre
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Nellie Horn
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Russell Stover Candies
Logan
America
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Socky
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E. State
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Quick’s Drug Store
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Alexander-Smith
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Aryststone
Excelon
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