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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1925

Page

5

Founders Day Observed by For Feign Missionary Society

The First Methodist Episcopal churchs For Feign Missionary society held a Friday afternoon Founders Day with devotions by Mrs John Gillette and a hymn to open. Members discussed Foreign Missions subscriptions and tithing leaflets while reports covered senior junior branches finances and Chauncey district meeting plans for April 9 featuring Dr Emma Betow. A memorial bouquet honored Mrs John McCune, the societies oldest member, and a large dinner followed with addresses, music, and honorary memberships.

Bishnor India J. L. Pickering Standard Bearers J. L. Tritipp King’s Heralds Little Light Bearers Daniel McGurk McGurk John McCune Society Samuel McCune Cleveland Society. In Behalf of the Society, Doctor McGurk McCune H. J. Holcomb For Missionary Society Parker Butler Dorothy Holcomb L. W. Kelly Fred Lee Tom A. R. Kresge

Amesville Club Hosts Monday Evening Guest Dinner

The Amesville Music and Study club plans a Monday evening dinner at the Colonial to observe guest day with members and attendees expected to join in the event.

Amesville Music and Study Club

Reading Club Hosts Mercer Evening at the Colonial

Dr and Mrs W F Mercer hosted the Reading club Friday at the Colonial. The program featured Civilization the Perilous Adventure from Harper s magazine October issue with readers Mrs James P Porter and Prof C N Mackinnon and leaders Mrs F D Forsyth and Mr Roger J Jones.

Reading Club W. F. Mercer Colonial Harpers James P. Porter C. N. Mackinnon F. D. Forsyth Roger J. Jones

Danes dance Saturday at Mens Union hosted by Torch

A Saturday night dance at the Mens Union was sponsored by Torch, the honorary men's campus group, inviting students to participate in the campus social event.

Mens Union Torch

Sayre Study Circle Elects Officers at Meet

The Sayre Study Circle met Saturday at Mrs. R. J. Studer’s home 155 Grosvenor Street. Officers elected for the year include Mrs. O. E. McClure president Mrs. M. H. Hallett first vice president Mrs. Henry Link second vice president Mrs. R. J. Studer recording secretary Mrs. F. E. Harshman corresponding secretary and Mrs. A. E. Wagner treasurer. The program closed with a paper on Living Composers of Music by Mrs. Emil K.

Sayre R. J. Studer Grosvenor Street O. E. McClure M. H. Hallett Henry Link F. E. Harshman A. E. Wagner

Initiation Ceremonies For Alpha Gamma Delta Held

Initiation ceremonies at the home of Miss Dorothy Dailey 9 North Congress street concluded with a dinner at the Varsity Inn honoring the initiates Miss Dorothy Yenney Piqua Miss Mary Brenne Logan Miss Frances Finney Jackson Miss Marianna Bing Athens and Miss Georgianna Meek Cleveland.

Alpha Gamma Delta Sorority Dorothy Dailey North Congress Street Varsity Inn Dorothy Yenney Piqua Mary Brenne Logan Frances Finney Jackson Marianna Bing Athens Georgianna Meek Cleveland

Sorority Breakfasts Held at Windsor Tea Room

This morning two sorority initiation breakfasts were served at Windsor Tea Room. Pi Kappa Sigma held a 20-cover event at % o'clock and Alpha Delta Pi hosted a 25-cover breakfast at 10 o'clock.

Windsor Pi Kappa Sigma Alpha Delta Pi

Woman’s Athletic Association Dance At Ohio University

The first dance by the Woman's Athletic Association of Ohio University drew over 200 dancers at the Men's Union Friday night. The informal affair featured campus orchestral music and a grand march led by Miss Florence Shumaker and Mr. George Collins as the association marked its second year.

Woman’s Athletic Association of Ohio University Florence Shumaker George Collins

Alpha Xi Delta Patronesses Honor Chapter At Varsity Inn

The patronesses of Alpha Xi Delta entertained at 6 o clock dinner Saturday at the Varsity Inn honoring the active chapter pledges and new patroness Mrs Oscar Fulton. Covers were laid for 35 with spring flowers as table decorations. Hostesses included Mrs L G Worstell Mrs C H Harris Mrs M E Twiss Mrs F W Bush Mrs N J Wolfe Mrs A A Atkinson and Mrs John H Preston. Saturday morning initiation followed by a breakfast and tea dance in the afternoon for the sorority.

Alpha XI Dlta Var Iy Inn Oscar Fulton L. G. Worstell C. H. Harris M. E. Twiss F. W. Bush N. J. Wolfe A. A. Atkinson John H. Preston Alpha Xi Delta Varsity Inn

Young Frank Wheeler Dew Celebrates Third Birthday

Frank Wheeler Dew marked his third birthday Saturday at home 384 South College Street. Eighteen children attended from 2 to 4 pm, with pink and white decorations and individual cakes for each guest. Out of town guest William Byron Wolfe of Logan attended.

Frank Wheeler Dew Wheeler Dew South College Street William Byron Wolfe Logan

Biddle Family Back From Gallipolis After Weekend Visit

Dr. and Mrs. J. S. Biddle and daughter Marjorie of Gallipolis return home today after a weekend trip to visit relatives and attend the high school tournament.

J. S. Biddle Marjorie Gallipolis

Dern Family Motor Trip To Dayton For Weekend Visit

Mr and Mrs FE D Dern and their daughter drove to Dayton to visit relatives over the weekend.

FE. D. Dern Dayton

Local Couple Hosts and Travel to Columbus

Prof and Mrs C J Quick and Miss Mery Parker of Parkersburg West Virginia stayed as guests of Mr and Mrs R I Zimmerman on Richland Avenue over Friday. They drove to Columbus on Saturday.

C. J. Quick Mery Parker Parkersburg W. Va R. I. Zimmerman Richland Avenue Columbus

Mrs Elizabeth Stanley Visits with Snowville Guests

Mrs Elizabeth Stanley accompanied by Miss Louise Welch of Snowville visits her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs Everett Saulters at 121 Franklin Avenue for a family gathering.

Elizabeth Stanley Louise Welch Snowville Everett Saulters Franklin Avenue

Social Literary club hostesses to meet Tuesday

Mrs. Frank B. Dilley of 196 East State Street will host the Social Literary club at 2:30 Tuesday afternoon. The Patras club will be guests and both clubs will be addressed by Mrs. W. H. Schwartz of Portsmouth, southeast district vice president of the Ohio Women's Federated clubs.

Frank B. Dilley East State Street Patras Club W. H. Schwartz Portsmouth Ohio Women’s Federated Clubs

King family returns home after Crooksville visit

Mrs. C. M. King and her son Joe travel back to Crooksville following a visit with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hyde at 13 North Lancaster Street.

D. G. Tewksbury Frank Buxton North Congress Street Cleveland Carl Tewksbury Murphysboro Tewksbury

Local visitors return home after Florida trip

Dr and Mrs C L Jones arrive Monday at noon from Florida after visits in St Petersburg and St Lauderdale. Dr W W Lee Dr L G Bean and Dr R J Studer attended a Rewinkle dental society meeting in Chillicothe on Saturday.

C. L. Jones Florida St. Petersburg St. Lauerdale W. W. Lee L. G. Bean R. J. Studer Chillicothe Rewinkle Dental Society

Social club guests in Athens host cards and events

Mrs Newton H Johnson and Mrs R D Williams entertained four bridge tables with college chums and Chi Omega sisters. Mrs Edward Jennings won high and Mrs Wilson Carr second. Mrs Anne K Shafer visits The Beeches with Mr and Mrs F W Bush. Mrs William H Schwartz from Portsmouth arrives to address Federated clubs and attend teas and study circles through the week with Athens club women.

Newton H. Johnson Byrd Puthuff Ironton Florida R. D. Williams Bridge Park Place Chi Omega Johnson Ohio University Edward Jennings Wilson Carr Anne K. Shafer McConnelsville F. W. Bush The Beeches Bush William H. Schwartz Portsmouth Women’s Federated Clubs Athens Federated Clubs Schwartz Pallas Child's Conservation League Hobson Higley and Sayre Skivents Club

MWigh High PTA Receives First Meeting in New Auditorium

The MWigh School Parent-Teacher Association meets Monday at 7 PM in the new West Side school auditorium. A public initiation of the National Honorary Society will be held and a program of special music is planned. All interested are invited to attend.

Mwigh West Side National Honorary Society

Death telegrams Mrs Agnes Jordan learns sister-in-law passes

Mrs Agnes Jordan received a telegram announcing the death on Monday of her sister-in-law Mrs Jerry Thompson at her Springfield home. Mrs Thompson formerly Miss Eliza Hubbel of Rutland.

Agnes Jordan Jerry Thompson Springfield Thompson Eliza Hubbel Rutland

Carpenter Couple Visiting Mother In State

Mr and Mrs Fred Carpenter were in the area this Saturday with Mrs Parker Carpenter of 187 East State Street to spend time with her.

Fred Carpenter Jujibus Parker Carpenter East State Street

Worthman family visit to McArthur and Hayes

Mrs. W. H. Worthman and her sons Robert and Kenneth spent Saturday in McArthur with her parents Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Hayes.

W. H. Worthman Robert Kenneth McArthur R. A. Hayes

Local Niece Guests Attend Weekend Basketball Tourney

Mrs. Ralph Windsor hosts her nieces Lucille Eleanor and Mildred Smith and cousin Alice Louise Russell of Pomeroy for the weekend as they attend the basketball tournament.

Ralph Windsor North Court Street Lucille Eleanor Mildred Smith Alice Louise Russell Pomeroy

Mansfield trip for Haney Walker Averill family

Mrs. Scott Haney Miss Mary Walker Mr. Guy Walker and their niece Frances Lowry traveled to Mansfield on a weekend visit to their brother-in-law and sister Mr. and Mrs. R G Averill.

Scott Haney Mary Walker Guy Walker Frances Lowry Mansfield R. G. Averill

Phi Sigma Hoo Doo Dance at Elk's Club Friday

Phi Sigma Chi held a late winter Hoo Doo dance hosted by Mrs. W. W. Lee at 46 Grosvenor Street with an eight piece orchestra. The event formed a bright program for the Current Club at the Elk's club rooms starting at 7 o'clock Friday night.

Phi Sigma

Babylonians credited with dividing day into hours minutes and seconds

The article notes that the Babylonians are believed to be the first to divide the day into hours minutes and seconds, outlining early time-keeping origins and methods.

Chewing Gum Boost In Chinese Imports Reported

Washington reports show a large year over year increase in imports of chewing gum from the United States as the Department of Commerce notes elevated trade in the sector.

Washington Department of Commerce United States

Boarding House List Ordinance Enforced in Tokyo

Tokyo police enforce local rule requiring boarding house operators to display a visible list of all residents outside each property. The order aims to identify occupants and ensure compliance with housing regulations.

Tokyo

Irene Castle Corticelli Fashions Inspire Spring Styles

The article highlights Irene Castle Corticelli Fashions with a focus on new frock designs for spring. It notes innovations such as a square neckline, a transforming long scarf that forms a front flounce, and a flat back with front elaboration. Crepe Ensemble fabric features lace in contrasting ombre tones.

Irene Castle

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H. L. Atkinson Pauline and Iris Fierce Ernest R. Gross Crooksville C. H. Horn E. L. Miller W. W. Coe E. K. Ohm Nelsonville Hobson Study Circle Thomas Clark Carpenter Street J. C. Slaughter Mary C. C. Shelden Fenzel Flats Frank X. Rauch Toledo Willara Webb Mr. Tewksbury Dana Jones Dana Wilson Eileen Middleport Eunice Bowers West Washington Street T. Rose East Major Phillips Rose New York City Long Island C. B. Humphrey New York Pittsburgh W. W. McFarland McFarland Mrs. Humphrey Alpha Gamma Delta Niece Dimities Voiles Batiste Trousseau Lingette Summer's Store Irene America Fedora Jamara Caticelli Dancer Paris Aliana Ene Oy Rene Castle Celli Fashions D. Zenner Company
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