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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 12, 1961

Page

5

Athens Junior High PTA final meeting reports and new officers

Athens Junior High School PTA installed new officers including co presidents Frank Batdorff and James Shipman, secretary Mrs. Peter B. Seel, and treasurer Mrs. Charles M. Hayes. Dr. William W. Chase of Ohio University presented survey findings urging consolidation of county schools, expanded facilities, and more math and language in Athens schools. The PTA also reviewed youth center plans, honored retiring teacher Mrs. Robe, and held a social hour with refreshments.

Athens Junior High School PTA David Russell Frank Batdorff James Shipman Peter B. Seel Charles M. Hayes Kenneth Karr William W. Chase Ohio University Athens City OU Center For Educational Service Chase Athens Marvin Philips State House Conference On Education Robe

Thespians Initiated At AHS In Athens High School Ceremony

Chapter 3132 of the Thespian Society was initiated Wednesday night in the school cafeteria. Charter members include Thomas Ackerman Robert Ackerman Devens Agnone Jon Radorff Sidney Baldwin Barbara Cone Diane Gierhart Diane Fuller Karlene Rose Charlotte Lane Mike Tedrick Thomas Thompson Myron West Ronald Zeigler. Stars were awarded for theater work with recipients listed. New members Joan Andrews Becky Biggs Nancy Organ Lorene Kirchner Lynne Rice and Lynne Trout joined. New officers Lynne Trout president Charlotte Lane vice president Lorene Kirchner secretary Robert Ackerman treasurer Becky Biggs clerk. Refreshments by the Tri-Hi-V girls. Christine Lane sponsor. CES TO MEET New Marshfield Chapter OES to hold officer practice Friday 7 30 pm at hall.

Thespian National High School Honorary Theater Organization Roger Burke Athens High School Thomas Ackerman Robert Ackerman Devens Agnone Jon Radorff Sidney Baldwin Barbara Cone Diane Gierhart Diane Fuller Karlene Rose Charlotte Lane Mike Tedrick Thomas Thompson Myron West Ronald Zeigler Barbara One Joan Andrews Becky Biggs Nancy Organ Lorene Kirchner Lynette Rice Lynne Trout Tri- Hi-V Christepher Lane Thespians

OU Nursery School Fosters Play and Growth at University

Ohio University hosts Learning at OU s Nursery with children aged two and a half to three and a half. Miss Julia Nehls, director, explains constructive play builds skills while climbing bars and tricycles aid muscle development. A new five week summer session runs mid July to August and lunch periods help students learn nutrition and social dining habits.

Ohio University University Nehls Miss Nehls Muskingum College Ohio State Oklahoma State Grace Howell Missouri Iowa State

Calendar items feature club meetings and sale at Armory

The calendar lists Pallas Club events with Mrs Hartin and Mrs Staats plus a book review of Dr Ida Biography led by Mrs West. The Progressive Class at Richland Ave Methodist Church hosts a rummage sale at the Armory from 8 a.m. to noon. Albany Grange holds an inspection night at 8:30 p.m. members are urged to bring cookies.

Pallas Club L. J. Hartin N. Shannon Ave L. C. Staats Ida Lloyd West Richland Ave Albany Grange

Waterloo Students Win Awards Honor Banquet

Waterloo High School hosts an annual Honor Banquet with about 125 guests. Milton Cain, Ames Bern Schools executive head, speaks as Linda Mace wins valedictorian and outstanding English awards, while Lewis Wigal earns salutatorian and the book I Dare You. Phyllis Lowsey receives the book award. instrumental music by Allen Moore closes the program.

Waterloo Raymond H. Brooks Milton Cain Ames-Bern Linda Mace Lewis Wigal Danforth Foundation Phyllis Lowsey

Cemetery Group Names Officers at Clark's Chapel Meeting

Officers of the Clark's Chapel Cemetery Association were reelected at the church meeting. Ray Bo bo serves as president with Mrs. Ethel Dean as vice president and Miss Bess White as secretary treasurer. Frank Phillips named new trustee. A Memorial Day service is planned for Sunday May 28 at 2 pm. Church Youth Group schedules a May 13 work day to raise funds. Contacts Betty Robinson and Rose Sandlin provided.

Clark’s Chapel Cemetery Church of God Youth Group Betty Robinson Rose Sandlin

First Church of God Youth Group Meeting Noted

Class six gathered at the Lenigar home Grass Run with nineteen members and guests. Participating were Mrs Lenigar vice president Mary Wilhite secretary Ted Wilhite and Reverend Sandlin. Quiz games and refreshments followed.

First Church of God Russell Lenigar Grass Run Athens Roy Wiseman Harrisonville Ohio University Jim Johnson Terry Magsig

Program officers named for Junior Music Clubs

The Junior Music Club and Junior High Music Club held programs at the First Presbyterian Church. Graduating members include Connie Lobdell Lynn Lahey Lana Weber Ladyne Hill and others. Newly elected officers of the Junior High Club are John Crewson president Sally Shipman secretary treasurer Jane Wallace program chairman. Mother’s Day appears upcoming with gift ideas.

First Presbyterian Church Sharon Guinn Candy Jones Eunice Wonderly Ronnie Rose Mike Adams Ladyne Hill Janice Quisenberry Jay Bratton Angela Ball Bradley Bridgewater Linda McVey Dennis McGarvey Martha Gustavson Patricia Alden Steve Butterworth Marlene McWilliams Julia Driesbach Mary Lou Naim Connie Lobdell Lynn Lahey Lana Weber Dennies McGarvey Charlotte Frost Julie Dresbach

Chase Circle May Meeting Dinner and Prizes

A potluck dinner and flower exchange marked the May meeting of Chase Circle of Ruth. Mrs. Herb Carbaugh won hostess prize. quizzes by Mrs. Gene French awarded to Mrs. J A Graham, Mrs. Don Haning, and Mrs. Carbaugh. Gifts presented to retiring officers Mrs. John Smith, Mrs. Don Haning, and Mrs. Linder Stanley.

Chase Circle of Ruth Aurie French Herb Carbaugh Gene French J. A. Graham Don Haning Carbaugh John Smith Linder Stanley Tester Cordray Hattie Reeves John Douglas Merrill Chase Charles Chase George Gilham Kate Wood Grace Woodyard

Installation For Bates WSCS Installs Officers at Church

Bates WSCS met at the church to plan scarf material for the communion table and pulpit stand. New officers were installed by Mrs. Ewing Ross with Mrs. Charles Seipel as president and other posts filled. attendees included Mrs. J. H. Rogers and Mrs. Ralph McClain. A prayer was offered by Mrs. J. H. Rogers. The article closes with a homemaking tip about using spray-on wax for bathroom tile to keep it clean and shiny.

Bates Wscs Robert Gabriel John Gabriel WSCS Ewing Ross Charles Seipel James Pratt Glen Downey Wilkin Allen Alton Hanning Si Allen Merle Johnson John Hanning J. H. Rogers Ralph McClain Walter Ruth

Literary Has R. E. Guinn For Speaker

Mr. Robert E. Guinn security officer for Ohio University and former FBI member spoke at the Progressive Literary Club's last meeting of the year held at the Cottage Tea House. Mrs. W. D. Stewart hosted and presided. devotions were led by Mrs. Kenneth Barrows. refreshments were served. programs for next year were distributed.

Robert E. Guinn Ohio University FBI Progressive Literary Club Cottage Tea House W. D. Stewart Kenneth Barrows Guinn Stewart Clarence Laughlin

Den 3 Cubs Host Wiener Roast in Albany Locale

Cub Scouts of Pack 50 Albany held a Wiener roast at Ricky McDaniel's Albany Route 3 home. Attendees included James Zeune Gary Wood Allen Wandling Ricky McDaniel Den Chief Terry West and Den Mother Mrs John Wandling plus many family members and neighbors.

Den Albany Ricky McDaniel James Zeune Gary Wood Allen Wandling Terry West John Wandling James Wood Charles Ann Raymond Zeune Raymond Sandra Darrell West Becky Wallace Myers Glenn McDaniel Jeff David Michael Wandling

Easy Hands Grace for Teens Says D Arcy

Teen beauty column warns against nervous hand habits and offers tips to use hands gracefully. Advice covers posture, pocket placement, and restrained arm swing to maintain a neat appearance in all activities.

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