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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1946
Page
10
The Plains Social Notes records visits, marriages, and local movements around The Plains. Anna Banfield and Edward Hardy wed in Ironton with a reception in Ashland. Many residents, including McBraver, Varner, and Shafer families, are listed with weekend visits, moves, and employment updates.
The Buffington family and relatives depart for Piqua and Boston as Mr. Buffington moves, while others visit Springfield and Canal Winchester. Ninth graders enjoy Lake Hope picnic. Mary Talbert and friends celebrate an eighth birthday anniversary at home.
May 9 1946 visitors enjoyed games and lunch hosted by Alton and Garnet Wicks. Mrs Ralph Lay, arriving from North Carolina, joined her husband Sgt Ralph Lay on recruiting duty. The Lays reside in an apartment at the Talberts home with Mr and Mrs Melvin Talbert.
Mrs. James Oden entertained for her daughter Mrs. Robert Bookman with a bridal shower including games and opening gifts. The Jolliers 4-H Club held a regular meeting at Miss Charlotte Thomas home with refreshments. Decoration Day planning committee formed and a city meeting held. Local residents visited relatives in Columbus and Nelsonville.
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