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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1967

Page

5

Hints On Poking Holes In Potatoes Before Baking

Heloise answers readers on why potatoes sometimes explode in the oven and suggests punching holes to prevent steam buildup. The column also touches on seed soaking for seedlings and quick planting tips with cups, plus reader notes on nail care and caulking tricks.

Dear Abby Letters on TV Commercials and Ads

A batch of reader letters to Dear Abby critique TV advertisements. Contributors complain about coffee and candy ads, cigaret claims, and intrusive commercials, while others defend certain ads as amusing or well made. They urge advertisers to respect viewers and resist sensational formats.

Abby Fargo Peejay

Nightclub comics to direct Broadway shows next season

New York reports Allan Sherman and Shelley Berman will debut on Broadway as show directors. Berman is set to direct Beer Is Land by Ira Wallach with Van Heflin starring, while Take My Mother by Marvin Sandberg will showcase Sherman’s directing talent.

New York Night Club Allan Sherman Shelley Berman Berman

My Favorite Raisin Pudding Recipe by Marian Reeder

Raisin Pudding recipe shared by Marian Reeder, longtime Athens area resident, features a buttery mix and warm serving suggestion. The directions combine brown sugar, butter, and boiling water, then add milk, flour, baking powder, raisins, and vanilla before baking at 350 degrees and serving with whipped cream.

Marian Reeder Ralph H. White Lafayette St Nelsonville Athens Margy White

Birth Announcement for Mathew Preston Haskins

Mr and Mrs Charles Haskins announce the birth of their son Mathew Preston on Wednesday May 3 at Chillicothe Hospital. Grandparents are Noah Haskins Middleport and Glen Sowers Wellston, and Jo Ann Sowers is the mother. This is the couple's first child.

Charles Haskins Jo Ann Sowers McArthur Mathew Preston Chillicothe Hospital Noah Haskins Middleport Glen Sowers Wellston

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