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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1948
Page
6
An informal kitchen shower for Miss Jean Staples was held at the Alpha Delta Pi house Sunday evening to honor her upcoming marriage to Mr. David Goldsberry on June 26. Gifts rested on a pastel crepe paper decorated table as hostess Rachel Giffin planned as maid of honor.
Mrs Louise Cullums of 9 Franklin Ave marks a milestone birthday with a family reunion on Sunday and Monday May 24. Guests include Earie Cullums, Edward Cullums Sr and Emma Mor Wellston, and many relatives from Huntington W V and Athens. An orchid gift from Tom Breneman’s Hollywood radio show and a grandson Ashton Cullum called in.
The Beta Delta chapter held a Saturday garden party with Toyland as the theme. Gaily painted blocks Raggery Ann dolls and alphabet letters created a fairyland setting while dancing occurred under colored lights and a buffet dinner was served with Shirley Greenfield as social chairman.
Mrs Christine Ayler and her twins Harley and Harriet rushed to Elanger Kentucky after the illness of her father Harry F Jones who died at Booth a Hospital Covington. Attending the Disciples of Christ state convention in Akron are several local pastors and ladies. Mr and Mrs R Kenneth Kerr Jr and son attend the premiere of Green Grass of Wyoming in Lancaster. Mrs J R Hayes of Cincinnati visits Athens. Mrs J I Baker visits Columbus to see sister recovering from surgery. Roger Dean and family move to Elmwood residence owned by Golda Ashworth Archer. A farewell reception for Mrs Charles Cameron is planned by First Christian Church Women’s Council, soon in California. Daughters of Union Veterans sponsor rummage sale at City Hall Friday May 28. Dr and Mrs C H Creed return from Washington DC after American Psychiatric Association meeting.
Girl Scout Troop 2 will broadcast tonight on Ohio University station WOUN at 8 15 PM. Led by Mrs Edward Algeo and Miss Katherine Enlow the scouts describe their radio badge work and present a play titled Richard and the Medicine Cabinet following a tour of the station’s technical operations.
Girl Scouts and Brownies may register for the swimming program on Thursday May 27 from 3 to 4 30 p m. Girls from East Side School troops register with Mrs Ross Wright at the school. Others register at the Scout Rooms with Mrs Joe Vance and Mrs Russell Windisch. Registration fee due on site.
About 100 Girl Scouts leaders and guests gathered Saturday May 22 at the old high school gym for a Brownie Fly-Up. Some 34 Brownies advanced to Intermediate status as Mrs. Glen Hanes awarded wings and Tenderfoot pins. Three new troops form at East Side Rufus Putman and a Central West combined troop. Troops 17 18 8 13 are listed with leaders and in-school sponsors. Refreshments followed the ceremony.
Robert L Stansbury and wife welcome a son born Sunday May 23. Grandparents Dr and Mrs James E Stansbury of Athens receive the announcement. The boy is the couple’s first grandson. Dr Robert Stansbury is a veterinary graduate and owner of a Pasadena pet hospital.
Athena Delphian Club schedules its annual picnic at Thackery House at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. Other clubs meet with talks on Mental Hygiene and potluck suppers, while the Albany Alumni Banquet is set for May 29 at the High School Auditorium with Dimex served at 7:30 p.m.
Advice on achieving bright sunlit hair through simple grooming. It recommends washing with frequent latherings and rinsings, using liquid conditioning shampoo, thorough brushing, and a neat chignon with a ribbon bow and flowers for a youthful look.
Tau Kappa Epsilon held a spring formal at the Country Club attracting over fifty couples. Red and white carnations and candles decorated the venue to fit the "Red Carnations by Candle Light" theme. Bill Mc Cutcheon and his orchestra performed as guests including President and Mrs. John C. Baker and several deans attended with spouses.
The Xi Chapter of Alpha Delta Pi honored nine seniors in the June class at a Sunday dinner. President Janice Wiggin spoke for the chapter, Betty Armstrong read the class was, and underclassmen sang the Alpha Delta Pi Sweetheart Song. Each honoree received a gold pill-box crest and a white carnation with blue ribbon. Named seniors include Ella Franklin, Mildred Lucht, Rachel Giffin, Mrs. James E. Hern, Joanne McConnaugheuv, Bellbrook, Jeanne Rapp, Canton, Ruthe Rohde, Berea, Jean Staples, Kent, and Joanne Weeks, Akron.
Hermano Lott of Horizonte Brazil, on a 34 hour plane return to Athens, recalls Ohio University days 34 years after leaving. He discusses campus changes, the Masonic Temple, and a Brazilian import restriction policy tying dollar value to imports. He notes friendly U S ties despite trade limits.
Dr. Victor Whitehouse of Ohio University spoke at the May meeting of K. T. Crossen Post American Legion Auxiliary on Argentina its schools politics culture and relations to the United States. Mrs. Anthony Padden introduced him with Mrs. Joe B. Boyd co chairing the program and urging support for memorial poppy sales next Friday and Saturday.
At City Park on May 23 the Ohio University Band held its second annual Recognition Band Picnic. Service keys honored long members. Gold Silver and Bronze Keys awarded for semesters of band service. Merit Pins given for progress and service. special recognitions included Gold Baton Gold Gavel and Gold Crowbar. Daniel L. Martino received an inscribed wrist watch from band members.
The A K S Auxiliary of the American Legion Guysville met May 19 to plan poppy distribution for May 28 and 29. Volunteers will hand out poppies in Stewart Coolville and Amesville on those dates.
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