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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1949
Page
8
Mrs. Randall Smith and Mrs. Harold Wise hosted a dessert bridge and kitchen shower at the Wise residence on Northwood Drive in a social event honoring Miss Sallie Hawkins, a June 25 bride-elect. Guests included Mrs. F C Rogers of Merchantville N J and numerous friends and relatives.
Four iris varieties listed with prices up to $4 per tuber including English Originations and Rainbow Mix ranunculus. Describes Sunset Gold Flaming orange Dog Rose and Black Magic as standout blooms and notes rapid multiplication in year one. Order by mail with payment to Canterbury Gardens Seattle Washington.
The Mother's Friendship Club plans a wiener roast for July 9 at the Gene West home. A July 9 picnic was finalized at a club meeting hosted by Mrs. John Crossen with Mrs. Emile Clayton presiding. A First Aid program by Mrs. J EB Stewart Jr and a dessert for 10 members and one guest were noted.
An Ohio druggist markets Rennel Mer mixed with juice as a weight loss aid for eight ounces total, promising lasting slimness without hunger and a money back guarantee if it fails to show fat loss. The piece cautions against extreme diets and emphasizes a simple plan.
Mr and Mrs Charles Athens Robte announce the approaching marriage of their daughter Hele to Mr Horvath son of Mr and Mrs Horvath of Columbus. The wedding will be an open church ceremony on June 25 at 7 at the Salem Methodist Church.
A New Albany area birthday party honored Tommie Hardman at his parents home on 80 Avenue Monday afternoon. Attendees included Becky and Betty Josic Rapp, Bobby Tribe, Tim Hess, Eddie Kincar, David Brown, Judy Regina, Rosalie Gille, and Joyce Smith.
The Loyal Order of Moose in Glouster dedicates a remodeled lodge building after a three day celebration. Public viewing Friday featured Mooseheart and Moosehaven spirits while Saturday offered entertainment by the Amby Arm buster orchestra. Sunday initiated 22 candidates and featured a speech on Mooseheart and Moosehaven by Giles of Columbus. The event closed with a Women of the Moose dinner from the new kitchen. The original 60 year old structure was rebuilt, with upstairs clubrooms and downstairs social space. Hartley Dress Shop occupies the first floor north side.
Closing program of the Daily Vacation Bible School in Glouster featured 75 pupils and teachers. The event opened with a procession of department groups and included Bible book entries, a large open Bible replica, choruses, drills, and teacher introductions. Certificates will be awarded later for attendance.
GLOUSTER Earl Matthews county chairman of the Red Cross blood donor drive appointed Richard Guinther to line up donors from Glouster to report at the First Methodist Church in Athens Wednesday. Officials seek 25 residents from this community.
The Tri-State Campers plan a July Fourth picnic in Tar Hollow State Park with dinner at noon. A program of games and speeches is planned, and the route to the grounds will be clearly marked at all park entrances for attendees.
The Trimble Methodist Youth Fellowship held its first meeting and elected Milly Jones president Sally Carter vice president Nancy Johnson secretary Judy Brown treasurer Jayne Ann Jarvis news reporter Jackie Johnson Judy Lantz Patty Jones and Susan Fleming recreation leaders
GLOUSTER The temperature broke this summer's record Monday when the thermometer registered 94 degrees in the shade in the early afternoon. At 7 p.m. the mercury stood at 84 and fell to 76 by 9:30 p.m., cooling slowly through the night.
Jerry Murphy son of Mr and Mrs Marvin Murphy of Columbus and grandson of Mr and Mrs H E Jones of this city graduated from Linden McKinley Junior High School last week. The class numbered 234 members.
The Women of the Moose plan a meeting in the chapter room on Thursday at 7 30 p m. Members will discuss upcoming events and community activities.
In East Liverpool two youths drowned during Sunday heat wave as thousands sought relief at district parks pools and beaches. The hot spell drew large crowds across the area with officials warning about water safety.
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