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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 10, 1953

Page

6

Interchurch Choir elects officers at annual Athens meeting

The Interchurch Youth Choir in Athens elected new officers at its annual open meeting. George Crawford sang as soloist, a descant quartet performed, and officers were chosen for the choir board. Upcoming Palm Sunday, Easter concerts and records sales were announced.

Interchurch Choir The Open Ng Monevening Carl Nessley A. H. Ackley Lord Griffith Jones God Beethoven Heywood George Crawford Nancy Brooks Elaine Overly Pat Peterson Claudette Chappel Dan Merrick Jon Thackrey Clark Williams Bob McCammon Sidney Clark Margene Gilson Carolyn Ann Alexander Phyllis Petergon Barbara Nellis Sally Weber Interchurch John Huffman Vic Sherow Gail Watkins Glen Atkinson Paul Tanner Robel John Jagers D. M. Goddard Fred Weber Athens O. D. Morrison First Methodist Claudis Chappel Christian Dan Downey Nazarene J. E. Thackrey Episcopal Walton Davies Central Ave

WTTV Bloomington Studio Runs With Small-City Charm

WTTV in Bloomington stands out as a top U.S. small-market station with a flexible, informal setup. A single 25 by 50 foot studio hosts six production sets, live musicians, dancers, and an IU chemistry professor among the audience. Bosses Bob Lemon and Bob Petranoff head a 500-person staff, and managers emphasize hands on learning and quick, rehearsal-light production. NBCs Zoo Parade reportedly faces sponsor trouble, with Hawkins Falls also challenged.

Bloomington Ind Nea WTTV Radio City New York Amazaele Bob Lemon Bob Petranoff Lemon Sarkes Tarzian

TV brings Bud Abbott and Lou Costello back to fame

Hollywood reports TV has reinvigorated Abbott and Costello as video stars, with Costello noting a guest mob after Comedy Hour. The piece also mentions Eddie Mayehoff’s costly flop on Doc Corkle and Maria Montez’s Atlantis headed to home TV.

Hollywood NEA Bud Abbott Lou Costello Movieland Lou Eddie Mayehoff Doc Corkle Maria Montez Atlantis Los Angeles Joan Davis Joan Lex Barker Casey Ruggles Milton Berle Joan Caulfield Husband Margaret Whiting

Lost 30 Lbs in 6 Weeks Promises Health Boost

Logan Ohio residents report weight loss from Ren nel in six weeks. Jennie Woodruff of 1768 Orchard St says she lost 36 pounds in six weeks, noting better sleep and overall wellness. Free booklet offered and manufacturers guarantee satisfaction with first bottle.

Logan Ohio Rennel Jennie Woodruff Orchard St

Kellogg-VanCamp Engagement Noted At Lima Tea

Mrs Harold F Kellogg and Mrs Paul VanCamp announce the engagement of Carolyn Louise Kellogg to Joseph L VanCamp. A tea at Fairview Ave home featured pink decor and bonnets as favors. Carolyn is a Ohio University student. Joseph Phi Kappa Alpha graduate commissioned as second lieutenant at Fort Holabird Md. A midsummer wedding is planned.

Harold F. Kellogg Lima Carolyn Louise Joseph L. VanCamp Paul VanCamp Charleston W. Va Harry E. Benz Fairview Ave Charles Cooley B. A. Renkenberger George E. Hill Ray Kellogg Daytom A. C. LaFollette Mary Sue LaFollette E. C. Seigfred Suzanne Seigfred Martin Josten Patricia Josten Martina Josten D. R. Clippinger Samuel T. Henderson L. C. Mitchell C. E. Heft John M. Versteeg C. T. Nessley Mary B. Wray Edith Wray Dorothy Williams Mary Foreman W. B. Lawrence Janellyn VanCamp Nancy Williams Carol Laken Doris Platt Sarah Janusz Ann McMillen Helen Crouther Florence Kronenburg Kellogg

CMC Society Installs Officers at Sunday Meeting

The CMC Society installed new officers at the Ellis home. Nancy Lee becomes president with Doris Hixenbaugh as vice president, Cledyth Crooks secretary, Anne Matson treasurer, Thelma Thomas prep mistress, Jan Musser social chair, and Pat Lontz corresponding secretary. Retiring officers were honored with carnations.

CMC Society Nanci Ellis Nancy Lee Doris Hixenbaugh Cledyth Crooks Anne Matson Thelma Thomas Jan Musser Pat Lontz Patty Harper Carolann Alexander Ellen Green Nancy Brooks Cledyth Brooks Nancy Riegel Cynthia Wallace Emily Householder Bessie Brooks Blosser

Surprise Birthday Dinner Honors Mrs. W. F. Clark

Relatives gathered Sunday at 23 Palmer Street for a covered dish birthday dinner in observance of Mrs. W. F. Clark. Attendees included Maude Pearse and Doris of McArthur, E. M. Freeman of New Marshfield, Gertrude Driscoll and Elsie, Willis A. Gilmore and children Clark Ronnie and Cookie, W. F. Clark, and Jack Clark of Athens. The honoree received several gifts.

W. F Clark Palmer St Maude Pearse Doris McArthur E. M. Freeman New Marshfield Gertrude Driscoll Elsie Willis A. Gilmore Clark Ronnie Cookie W. F. Clark Jack Clark Athens

Lessons in Bridge Playing by Oswald Jacoby

Col. Richmond Skinner of New Hampshire defies a dangerous two diamonds bid in a Life Master Individual hand. West errs by discarding, East misreads, and Skinner makes the redoubled contract for a top score. expert defense would have trimmed his gain. The card play and bidding problem centers on choosing a safe response with a weak hand and no heart fit.

New York Richmond Skinner Alton Bay New Hampshire West North East Col. Skinner Dummy

Pot Roasts From Beef Cattle Surge And Prices Dip

USDA report notes beef cattle in the US at an all time high with 17 percent more cattle slaughtered under federal inspection in January 1953 than a year earlier. Beef prices were about a quarter lower than January 1952 with some grades down over one third.

Ruth Millett Mrs. Brown M.3 Brown United States Department of Agriculture Washington

Anne Cabot Needlework patterns and sewing tips

The Athens Messenger promotes Anne Cabot Needlework albums with pattern No. 5235 for sizes 2 3 and 4 featuring a capelet sun dress and kit details. It also advertises pattern No. 8946 for sizes 11 12 13 14 16 18 20 with sleeveless dress options and hints at Basic FASHION for 53. Cooking tips cover pot roast times and ingredient suggestions for flavorful servings.

Anne Cabot Athens Messenger Ave. Americas New York N. Y Sue Burnett Ave Americas

Social Calendar Wednesday Night Activities

Community clubs and gatherings listed for Wednesday include Mothers Circle with Mrs. Owen Kennedy in Athens Route 5 at 7 30 p m. New Marshfield Canasta Club with Mrs. Paul Neutzling in Coolville. Rainbow Girls advisory at Masonic Temple 7 30 p m. Naomi Class at The Plains Methodist Church with Mrs. Thomas Cade 7 30 p m. Ladies Day Bridge Luncheon at Athens Country Club 1 p m call to Mrs. R W Hollingsworth. Athens Needle Club at Cottage Tea House 2 p m Regrets to Mrs W A Reading by Tuesday. Fidelity Rebekah Lodge at IOOF Hall Coolville 8 p m. Christian Women’s Fellowship at First Christian Church executive meeting 7 p m program 7 45 p m. PEO with Mable Olston 34 5 N Congress St 7 30 p m. CMC at Bonnie Whaley 116 Lancaster St 6 45 p m. Kappa Phi spaghetti dinner open to all at Methodist Church 5 30 to 7 p m.

New Marshfield Athens Needle Club Cottage W. A Fidelity Rebekah Lodge IOOF Coolville Christian Women’s Fellowship First Christian Church Mable Olston N. Congress St Bonnie Whaley Lancaster St

Shower Planned for Mr and Mrs Swart Honor

A Friday evening shower will be held at the home of Mr and Mrs Harry Swart New Marshfield Route 1 to honor Mr and Mrs Luster Swart formerly Jean Calentine All friends and relatives are invited.

Harry Swart New Marshfield Luster Swart Jean Calen

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