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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1955

Page

7

Premier Highlights Concert At Ohio University

Ohio University Symphony Orchestra under Dr. Karl Ahrendt delivered a varied program led by Paul Schwartz’s variations on an Ohio Folk Tune. The concert opened with Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F major. Schubert? Sibelius No 2 showcased the modernist discarding themes with vibrant solos from the ensemble.

Paul Schwartz Ohio University Symphony Orchestra Karl Ahrendt Schwartz Kenyon College Ohio Dr. Schwartz Jean Sibelius Sibelius J.-S. Bach Bach

Junior Music Club Program Hosts Students and Guests

Junior Music Club held a Friday evening program at 9 Grosvenor Street hosted by Sunanne Rove. Carl Roberts and guests introduced students including Larry Comerath Barbara Jo Phillips Lee Ann Thomann Susan Cady Phyllis Lausche Edna Hudwell Julianne Roberts Blaine Cornwell Joyce Smith Danny Ciyse Terry Trout and Bill Paige. A musical game and refreshments followed with help from Mrs. Carl Roberts Mrs. Theodore Paige and Miss Rosel YM Paige. music teachers and guests included Mrs P J Peterson Mrs J A Renkenberger Mrs L D Hannan Mrs RTC Selleck Mrs Marguerite Frank Becky Ling Karen Saylor.

Sunanne Rove Carl Roberts Grosvenor St Bill Paige Larry Comerath Barbara Jo Phillips Lee Ann’ ‘Thomann Susan’ Cady Phyllis Lausche Edna Hudwell Julianne “Roberts Blaine Cornwell Joyce Smith Danny Ciyse Terry Trout Theodore Paige Rosel YM Paige P. J. Peterson 3. A. Renkenberger L. D. Hannan Rtc Selleck Marguerite Frank Becky’ Lin‘ang Karen Saylor

Maecenas Club Meeting Highlights New Concrete Product

March 6 meeting at Mrs James Josten's home featured Homer Brown discussing a new concrete product by WWII veterans. The substance claims marble-like durability and is being used for flooring roofing and interior finishes. Refreshments were served and next meeting announced.

Maccenae Sdterary Csv J Ames Josten EW. Bing Homer Brown

Wesleyan Service Guild meets at Walker home

The Wesleyan Service Guild of the First Methodist Church held a Monday meeting at Mrs. W. B. Walker’s home with 43 members and guests. Miss Geraldine Hope led the business session. plans included a piano concert by Kelley in Ewing Auditorium to benefit the Church Building Fund.

First Methodist Church W. B. Walker Geraldine Hope Mary Stalder Kelley Sudent Ohio University Ewing Auditorium Mary Ness H. G. Stalder Church Building Fund A. H. James WSCS Ann Mumma Blanche Long United Church Prest Comber Malaya Asia Dorothy Williams Peru Mildred Ann Paine Lydia Hope Ural Westfall Clarence Athearn Virginia Jones Guild Helen. Laverty Franklin Ave

Memorial Service Highlights by Athens WCTU

The Athens Women’s Christian Temperance Union held a memorial service at Mt Zion Baptist Church featuring tributes to Frances Willard founder of the WCTU, devotionals by Mex Anthony Yettiford, and music by the Mt Zion Church choir. A county WCTU institute is planned for April 7 at Central Ave Methodist Church, with a state midyear workshop at the Chittenden Hotel in Columbus March 22 to 24. The Lucky Clovers of Fr Settlement conclude projects under Mrs Paul Neutzling and Mrs Gordon Verity with biweekly sewing demonstrations.

Aah WCTU Mt” Zion Baptist Church Arthur "Coon Imn Allison Frances Villard Women's Christian Temperance Union Wis Len McCune Lucky Clovers Paul Neutzling Gordon Verity

87th Chapter of Kappa Delta Installed at Ohio University

The 87th Kappa Delta chapter, Alpha Theta, was installed at Ohio University with initiation of 29 pledges. The ceremony included the chapter charter presentation to Jane Mechling, remarks by national officers, and a loving cup ceremony. A campus reception followed, with alumnae from several chapters attending.

Kappa Delta Sorority Ohio University Alpha Theta Focal Gamma Eta Delta Sorority Skace Longwood College Farmville Richmond Crippled Children’ Hospital Alpha ‘Theta Judith Melbourne Harmon Oberlin Mra HE Mueller Kappa ‘Delta T_Grover John Ohio Uni- Sor George Starr Lasher Margaret Deppen Jane Mechling Brenden Jory Jane Mechling Joseph Vaughan H. E. Sweller Harry A. Riddle Grace Morley Athens University of Nebraska William Brophy Psi Lawrence College Appleton Wis Roger Mills Rice A. M. Reis Julia Jane Bents Judith Melbourne Nancy Stuckron Marie Louise Lois Carol Myra Elaine Andrew Chicago Vive Fan Pearl Beiriger Wilmington Del Barbara Jean” Bowman Chesterhil Betty Low Clark Maretta Janet Louise Duke Eaton Sally Ann Flowers Charleston Joanne Isabelle Gib Gonnewutville Pas Mary Ane Hawn Cleveland Doria Ann Kubes Phyllis Sue Lingsdawn Hamilton Cynthia ‘Anne Nuber Dayton Lillian Jean Pikula Marilyn Ean Steck Upper Sandusky Gertrude Martha Thomson Madeira Mana Virgin Uniontown Dane Warren Velar Pa Delta Pledge Are Ia Frances Bellan Jolym Brown Marilee Steer Cincinnati Geralyn Phy Mouton Carol Kay Myers Findlay Faith ‘Anne Nason Rocky River Judy Nancy Whima Bedford

Local Club Listings and Meetings Schedule

Community calendars show a busy week with events at the home of Mr and Mrs Harvey Lehman 170 Prironer at 7 30 pm. Also noted are study circles at various addresses, PTA meetings, Rebekah anniversaries, grange gatherings and a VFW Auxiliary event with refreshments.

Harvey Lehman Prironer Soeater Nannie Ullom Rebekah Ladee Women's Auxiliary Church of the Gand Shepherd Dirs

Lessons in Bridge Play From a Failing Finesse

A fragmented bridge problem describes South choosing to finesse both red suits. The analysis notes the dangers of double finesses and stresses the need to establish spades and discard clubs. The advised line is to win with king in dummy, then force play to avoid letting opponents cash tricks. South should realize both finesses may fail and adjust accordingly.

Unigath West Ted Walch Inne South Jaummy Dusamy Sears Es

Senior CCL Officers Named and Community Notices

A jumble of community events and club notices lists officers, card game discussions, teas, and PTA meetings. Entries mention Mrs Gibert, Mrs Lee, Priscilla Needles Club, tea at Tea House, and multiple neighborhood addresses with times from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Activities include card play discussions, luncheons, bake sales, rummage sales, and a spring carnival planned by various local groups.

Mra la C. Baker Priscilla “Needle Club Cottaxe

Current Events Club Marks 34th Anniversary Dinner

The Current Events Club celebrated its 34th anniversary with a dinner featuring table decorations in club colors blue and white, speeches on the club’s history, and a display of yearbooks. Delegates were elected for upcoming duties, and plans for an April anniversary dinner were announced with guest invitations and a speaker on local points of interest.

Current Events Club Cole Stewart Ted. W. Stewart Warthnan Ison Dilion Worthman Athens Clu Beverly Hoskins Barbara Lee Ann Rose Beverly Carradini Nancy’ Hutking Molly Moore Nancy Hlunkine Lumbus CB. Dillon W. M. Pierce BE. L. Church Lewis Ondis The Pear Dillon Ondis E. Person Mra RB

Esther Noble to Present Song Recital at Ohio University

Esther Noble, a College of Pine Arts student, will give a solo song recital at 8 p.m. Tuesday in Ewing Auditorium. She earned a BFA in Music Education at Ohio University in 1954 and has appeared in Summer Opera and Haydn’s Creation with the OU Chorus. Accompanist Fred Blum and string players Leighton Conkling and Charles Heiden will perform. admission is free.

College of Pine Arts Ewing Miss Noble Ohio University Charles Hamm Walter Mitty Haydn Fred Blum Leighton Conkling Charles Heiden

Personal notes on visits and health in Athens area

Two movementos from ow days visit with Mr and Mrs Ray Deavitt Greenfield former Athens residents. Robert Neal convalesces at St Vincent s Hospital Toledo awaiting surgery. Neal Flor Products once owned by Robert now run by son Richard and wife with Neal Brothers Inc Toledo affiliation.

Mouvemenos St. Ae Ray Deavitt Greenfield

Canasta clubs meet in Marshfield with hostess gift

The Canasta Club Meets the New Marshfield Canasta Club met recently with Mrs. Charles Hawk. Mrs. Coe Dearth won the hostess gift. Others present were Mrs. Clyde Whitlatch, Mrs. Thomas Llewellyn, Mrs. James Mace with Liew Mex. Georeel.

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Maecenas Wesleyan Service Guild Elma Beerbower United Church Women of Athens Unicef Irene Hand Han Suyin Elizabeth Comber Stimson West Side Wiam H. Olpp Fine Arta American Legion Auxiliary Uck Athens State Hospital New Marshfield Rebekah Lodi Grange Higley Phenilon C. E Iee sham-Frank Vfw Marshfield Athens Grange Hobson Study Circle Gyaay John Versteeg N. College Yecinturt M Gaan CCL Gibert Reaeo Mel Jones Lee Cwr Christian Sonareg Shea Botan Rusr Roe Ave Edward Bjondwin Columbia Ave Effie Lands Lash St Dell Dames Jal Palmer Mechanicsburg Kent Albany Mes M. Baughman E. T._ Hellenbrandt Morris Ave Lydia Lash Evans Paul Kimes Summit Grange State Dramaceio Frour Sours Literary Meets Illinois Fee Federation of Women's Clubs Columbus Deshler-tulton Hotel Norman Engh D. W. Barnhill Tom E.R Horn Barnhill Chillicothe Pred Kittle Horn Will Tom Esther Noble Hoes of Athena Tol Canasta Ella Quick's Kasser Dairy Products Kasler's Dairy Products E. State Athens, Ohio Fawcett Chesterhill, Ohio
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