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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1964
Page
6
Ohio University faculty wives reorganize a French conversation group to foster friendship and basic speaking ability. The 14 members come from varied backgrounds. meetings occur irregularly at members homes and are guided by Mrs. Sylvia Straub and Mrs. Jennie Brightenburger.
Dear readers share tips after silverware chews by disposals. The writer notes years of wear on plated ware and budget strain, explaining how to protect utensils and reduce replacement costs.
The piece notes a trend toward softer waved hair with fewer bulk and more head shape, urging training in beauty culture. includes a beauty academy ad. It also shares home tips on silverware disposal practice, a Heloise letter about using diapers as dish towels, and a brief wedding shower anecdote.
The Plains Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. Frank Horvath home with 14 members as cake decorating was demonstrated and June picnic planned. Beta Sigma Phi installation led by Mrs James Kimball featured Founders Day and a May 11 meeting. Waterloo Alumni banquet set for June 6 with reservations due by June 3. Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Lambda observed its 25th anniversary at Lake Hope Lodge with remarks on leadership and women's roles.
Paris article profiles Mrs. Yvonne de Gaulle 63 a discreet first lady who blends into crowds with simple attire and little makeup. It notes her influence on her husband President Charles de Gaulle, her focus on personal comfort, and a strict traditional upbringing in Calais shaping her restrained public role.
Miss Jackson urged graduate studies while Mrs. Helen Jeddelch described Alpha Lambda Chapter activities on May 6, 1939 for 30 women at Hotel Berry. Charter members received red rose corsages as luncheon was arranged.
Calendar items list meetings at the Elks Club and Waterloo High School. Socials include Athens Garden Club activities with Mrs Dow Grones and a plant sale and garden tour at Mrs J E Algeo's home. Kappa Phi Alumnae and Sigma Phi Gamma host gatherings with named organizers.
Mayor Raymond Sheppard designates Friday May 22 and Saturday May 23 for the annual Poppy Days in Athens. Poppy sales begin Friday at 5 30 a m and run through Saturday, organized by the American Legion Auxiliary with Mrs Charles Shirley as chairman. The event honors war dead and disabled veterans and asks residents to wear a poppy to show gratitude for service.
Toasted walnuts enhance flavor when toasted in a moderate oven for about 10 minutes, stirred during. Use the toasted nuts as a garnish for cake frosting or mixed into a cheese spread to serve with crackers.
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