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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1935
Page
8
Nearly 10 guests visited the Weihr residence at 87 East State Street on Thursday afternoon for a benefit tea hosted by the Foreign Missionary Society of the First Methodist Church. Assistants Mary G. Noel and others poured, with plans coordinated by the Hospitality Committee to foster sociability and raise funds.
Mrs P L Shannon and Mrs Harvey C Baker hosted a bridge luncheon at Eastwood for 30 guests at 1 pm. Pink snapdragons iris and orchid decor created a festive mood. After lunch seven tables played bridge with high scores shared by Mrs Roy Paynter. second and third prizes went to Mrs Wilson Norris and Mrs A H Armbruster.
Mrs J A Slingluff hosted the Get-Together Club at 400 Elmwood Thursday afternoon. Judy Ann, five, sang several French songs as the hostess's guest. needlework and refreshments followed for the rest of the afternoon.
Mrs D Roush of Athens R D N entertained friends with a euchre party at her home Thursday night. Fred Morin had high score for the men and Clyde Littler had low. Among the women, Mrs Russell Van Dyke Mie won high score while Forrest Chiam had low. After hours of play, refreshments were served.
Thirty Athenians traveled to Parkersburg Thursday night to hear Jan Garber and his radio band at the Coliseum. The group included Mr. and Mrs. D. J. Gandee, Mr. and Mrs. Kay McCulty, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Marquis, Prof and Mrs. L. C. Staats, and Mr. and Mrs. Loren Mead. A large number of University students also attended.
Mothers of Athens High School Girl Reserves attended a Thursday night tea at the high school. Marjorie Wheaton welcomed guests as a short program followed with readings by Dorothy Hartman and musical performances by Jane Foster Alice Bardin Ruth Phillips and June Fultz.
Hoisington Kansas bride and bridegroom Mr and Mrs Raymond Dew visit sister in law Mr and Mrs A F Hawk after May 2 wedding at Christian parsonage. Guests include Dr K A Mitchell Dr Jack Mitchell Vern Gordon J C Prior. Couple to tour St Louis Cincinnati Wheeling Cleveland with Dew attending Brotherhood of Railroad Men session in Cleveland. Dunkirk Mayor William Stroupe dies at 79 from brain blood clot after one day in hospital.
New York fashion notes urge frothy evening gowns for nighttime wear as summer frocks trend toward softness. Chiffon and satin fabrics in pastels and prints dominate, with two illustrated dresses: one in pink chiffon with a blue velvet ribbon, the other in lilac chiffon with purple taffeta and violets.
The Southern Ohio Division of the compressor department held an all day meeting Thursday. Twenty four guests attended lunch at the Berry and dinner in the evening. Representatives from Marietta Wellston Pomeroy Cambridge Caldwell Zanesville and Athens joined. F A Jones from Mt Vernon spoke on operation and maintenance.
The Missionary Society of the First Christian Church met at Mrs. W. W. Connett’s home Thursday afternoon. Mrs. S. S. E. G. Pedigo led, with devotions by Mrs. Edith Saylor. A “World Peace” talk by Mrs. Monroe Vermillion followed, and the group announced the Dayton state convention May 24 to 26.
Hector Mugs Buster and Pee-Wee join Athens children for a Saturday pet show at Ruslie Putnam Training School. Entrants vie for largest smallest and most unique pet with races including dog leading and pony events judged by Ohio University physical education majors.
Miss Florabelly Stone of Orland, student of Prof. Paul Fontaine, presented by the Ohio University School of Music, performed a two-part recital featuring Haydn Theme and Variations in F minor Schubert Sonata in A minor Chopin Ballade in F major Etude Schumann Romance in F sharp major Niemann The Singing Fountain and de Falla Second Spanish Dance from La Vida Breve. Kappa Phi sorority members attended.
George Biddle Steel, former Philadelphia newspaper man, and Mrs Elizabeth Bliss Thomas, Boston heiress, filed notice here Thursday of their intention to wed.
Greek and civic groups announce dances and meetings for Friday and Saturday. ALPHA GAMMA DELTA and ZETA TAU ALPHA host events, UNITED STATES DAUGHTERS of 1912 and PYTHIAN SISTERS plan Friday meetings, B and O Railroad workers hold a Friday gathering, and a Bridge and Golf Luncheon is set for Saturday at Athens Country Club. A county library book collection and alumnae luncheon at Neil House are also listed.
Members of the Martzolff Class of the First Methodist Episcopal Church held their regular Thursday evening meeting in the church rooms. Mrs. OK Parrett presided, with Mrs. L W Russell in charge of the program and Mrs. Elmer Poston leading devotions. Performers included Wayne Volkmler and Ma Netta Easterling on Gate solos, B E Shrout on whistling, Ruth Bercher on piano, and Florence Harper with readings. Nominating committee named. officer elections set for June. Hostesses Mrs Will Reading and group served refreshments.
On Saturday night May 11, Athens Grange members both old and new will travel to Albany to confer first and second degree work on a class of candidates.
New officers for the Business Women's Club were installed during a candlelight ceremony. Miss Leona Van Dyke received the outgoing year's duties, with Miss Hughes named treasurer. The group plans to attend Cincinnati events on May 4 as hostesses for Mother’s Day activities, and Mrs Wolfe led talks on construction and buying prospects.
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