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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1956

Page

6

CCL Unit Hosts Theatre Party At Ohio University Center

Fourteen couples attended the Youth Activities Circle annual dinner and theater party in Athens. After a dinner in the private dining room at the Ohio University Center, the group saw Knickerbocker Holiday in Memorial Auditorium. Mrs. Vincent Jukes organized the event with M. Wallace and Mrs. Kimes assisting.

Coupes Youth “Activities Circle Vate Ohio University Center CCL Memorial Auditorium Vincent Jukes M. Wallace Kimes Paul

Current Events Club Hosts Spring Meeting in Columbus

Mrs. La La Lovett presided at a Current Events Club session with Mrs. R B Slaughter and others. Delegates to the Ohio Federation of Women’s Clubs convention in Columbus May 13 were named. Don Herald and Mrs. Church led papers. George Crawford of Ohio University will guest soloist. next meeting set for April 12.

Club Women of the South George Crawford Ohio University D. B. Green J. W.¢ Stewart J. B. Maffett J.B. Maffett

Manners family faces meal time etiquette issue

A reader reflects on a child who lingers at meals, calling such behavior a nuisance. The author argues that parents are responsible for teaching better manners at the table and setting expectations for proper conduct.

Tim

Albany VEW Auxiliary Hosts Social Night and Food Drive

The Albany VEW Auxiliary plans a social night featuring chili and other foods to support a food basket for a needy family. Troy Grange hosts a sandwich salve at WBA Hall at 7:30 pm with state field director, deputy, and guests. Albany PTA also announces a school event with officers to be elected and a Friday night supper featuring sea scallops.

Albany Troy Grange WBA Albany Pta

Last of the name of Pioneer Austin R True retires in Green Township

Austin R True, last of the True name in Athens County, now lives in retirement on Chapel Road in Green Township. He has long roots in the area as an engineer, rural mail carrier, and builder, with a family history dating back to Josiah True who helped found the Coonskin Library at Amesville and served as a local justice of the peace.

Pioneer Win We Austin K. True Athens County Green Township Hocking County Logan Sunday Creek Trues Comort Smith Austin Marietta New Hampshire Austin R. True Canaan Grange Smith ‘Chapel Josiah True Coonskin Amesville Dover Township Autin John True Oregon Ridge Austin K .True

Versatility and Style Dominate New Spring Tableware

The article highlights versatile 16 piece starter sets around 1013 with contemporary silhouettes and durable finishes. It notes patterns like blades of grass and blossoms, plus traditional florals updated for modern dining. Color trends include bright blues, pinks, grays, whites, bronzes, beiges, and sandalwood tones across tableware and accessories.

Russell Wright

Baby Nap Outdoors Warned For Careful Setup

A short note advises letting a baby nap outdoors in a carriage on a porch or yard when weather permits. Ensure the baby is compressed and well settled to enjoy fresh air while caregivers can supervise and complete tasks.

Needlework fashion catalog excerpt from 1930s guide

A promotional snippet describes spring and summer sewing guidance for women who sew for family. It advertises pattern No. 2372 with iron transfers, a color chart, and materials list, offering towels, place mats, and seats for 25 cents plus pattern number sent to Anne Cabot at 1130 Ave Americas New York. Also notes a 1956 Needlework Album with crochet embroidery and knit designs at 23 cents each.

Anne Cabot Auiens Messenger Ave. Americas New York N.Y

Engagement announced for Shirley Shaw and James Sheppard

Deborah Class of the First Christian Church at Columbus hosts a meeting at the home of Mrs. Len McCune with 14 members and two guests present. Mrs. William Giesecke and Mrs. P. B. Sidders led readings and devotions, while plans for Easter stories and refreshments were shared.

Deborah Robert Stumm Henri Front St. Columbus James Sheppard Shirley First Christian Church Shaw Chillicothe Len McCune Sheppard Columbus Associa William Giesecke Miss Shaw Bessie Strong P. B. Sidders McCune

Who's Coming Lessons In Bridge And Other Notices

Residents attended social visits in Athens and Bristol as families mourn the death of Mrs Janet Wright 81. The West Jefferson funeral plan and a bridge game report follow with Eddy West’s diamond squeeze. Exhibition entries open for Huntington Galleries juried show with April deadlines and notable jurors.

AR. Kresgeh Bristol Lod Kresge Janet Wright Eugenia Kresge Charles C Millkan Wright Millikan West Jefferson Ohio Walter Menshouse Athhhas

Bridge bidding puzzle with strong hand response

In a standard bridge auction South opens 2 clubs and responds 2 diamonds. With 18 high card points and a hand like W A Q V A K Q 3 ? The question asks what jump bid is required to show the strong suit and high cards. The problem mirrors a prior puzzle and asks for the correct contract bid for South with that hand.

West South East Oswald Jacoby

Olive Tablets Claim 58 Percent More Effective Laxative

Medical center doctors tested a vegetable tablet remedy on 261 chronic constipation patients. The tablets reportedly yielded gentler, quicker relief and stronger results than standard laxatives.

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