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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1932

Page

6

Former Athens Woman Presides Over La Grange Club Spring Breakfast

Lu cille Evans Carpenter of La Grange Illinois retires after two years as president of the La Grange Woman's Club. More than 300 members attend the spring breakfast at the La Grange Woman's Club where her comprehensive report highlights a year of active work.

Athens la Grange Club Arthur Howe Carpenter Lucille Evans la Grange Ill la Grange 'S Club la Grange Woman's Club D. J. Evans

Mrs. Louise Cullums Celebrates Eighty Fourth Birthday

A party at 9 Franklin Avenue honor of Mrs. Louise Cullums’ eighty four birthday. Relatives and friends gathered Tuesday evening as a large pink and white cake and gifts, including roses from Edward N. Cullums Jr. and wife, were presented. Guests included Edward N. Cullums, Mrs. O. E. Cullums, Hileen Sanders, Parker Sands, Doris Cullums, Ashton Cullums, and the honoree.

Louise Cullums Franklin Avenue

O. U. Librarians Honor Miss Amy Allen at Dinner

Ohio University reference librarian Miss Amy Allen and her colleagues at the Edwin Watts Chubb Library host a dinner at The Eastwood. Miss Allen plans a European summer trip and expects to sail from New York in mid June.

Amy Allen Ohio University Edwin Watts Chubb Eastwood

Girl Scout Hike and All Night Camp East of Town

Athens Girl Scouts plan a Friday hike to the Rowland farm on Canaanville Road and an all night camp east of town to end activities for the season. Mrs. Thor Olson leads with captains and lieutenants. rain cancels the hike. Scouts meet at 4 PM in Worsteli Building. return at 10 AM Saturday. Equipment listed includes blankets, poncho, rain gear, flashlight, warm clothing, cooking utensils, and food.

Rowland Farm Canaanville Road Athens Thor Olson Worsteli

Mrs. Coe Hosts Home Society Tea for Athens Church Group

The 102 North Lancaster Street home of Mrs. George Coe hosted a Home Missionary Society tea with many Athens women assisting. Guests greeted by Mrs. E. D. Shrout and Mrs. C. E. Atkinson, and floral decor highlighted the dining room. Meanwhile Mrs. D. M. Burchfield, 16 President Street, lies critically ill after a fall.

Mrs. Coe Home Society M. E. Church Group George Coe Lancaster Street Athens Woman's Home Missionary Society First Methodist Church Coe C. M. Coulter J. W. Hudson P. G. Dowler O. F. Rowland W. H. Worthman John Gillette D. M. Burchfield President Street

Banquet at Church and Open Meeting Held in Hall

W E A banquet Tuesday night at 6 o'clock at the First Christian Church followed by an open meeting in Moose Hall. Sixty people attended the dinner and 200 attended the meeting. State field director Nellie C V Heppert and Ina Hoover spoke and gave toasts. Francis Frebault welcomed attendees. Nine new members were presented. Leachman of Nelsonville lodge spoke. Ethel Beekman led the program. Edward Sharp readings. Esther Cokenougher sang two vocal solos. Stelvansky played three piano numbers. Frieda Willock presented gifts to Heppert and Hoover.

First Christian Church Moose Hall Nellie C. V. Heppert Ina Hoover Francis Frebault Leachman Nelsonville Lodge Ethel Beekman Edward Sharp Esther Cokenougher John Stelvansky Frieda Willock Heppert Hoover

Ohio University economics seminar held at Hillcrest Inn

Regular seminar dinner of the class in economics at Ohio University with professors A C Gubit z and B T Hellebrandt was held at Hillcrest Inn. Also notes of social visits, births, temple meeting, and funeral services for Samuel Turney Ruggles in Circleville.

Ohio University A. C. Gubitz B. T. Hellebrandt Hillcrest Inn Circleville Samuel Turney Ruggles Second National Bank Nelson J. Ruggles Columbus Ruggles

New Wonderful Face Powder MELLO GLO Ad Claim

A vintage advertisement touts MELLO GLO face powder from D. Zenner Co. It promises a French process for smooth spread and long wear while concealing lines pores and shine for a youthful complexion.

D. Zenner CO

Bolin Proposes County Government Change in Ohio Plan

Athens County prosecutor John W. Bolin spoke to the Chamber of Commerce on a study of a constitutional amendment to be voted on in November. He outlined county form changes and potential consolidations to boost economy and efficiency, with petitions required by 5 percent of gubernatorial election voters.

John W. Bolin Athens County Chamber of Commerce Hotel Berry Ohio H. Bing League of Women Voters Bolin Common Pleas

Ordinary high school girl climbs 176 foot smoke stack

A Athens High School senior scaled the 176 foot Ohio University heating plant stack on West Union Street seeking a thrill. She plans to study English literature at Ohio University this fall. In Columbus, Walter Ross of Bedford was elected Governor of Lions International 13th district at the two day convention.

Athens Ohio University West Union Street Columbus Walter Ross Bedford Lions International

Local Social Roundup From Pine Grove and vicinity

Mrs Frecker and Mrs Tucker hosts and visits noted across Pine Grove Racine Letart and surrounding towns. Neighbors and relatives including Torrences Orrs Trussells and Baileys called on kin. a surprise birthday party for Stanley Trussell was held with games dancing and refreshments.

Helen and Clara Frecker Pine Grove H. V. Tucker Ray McKay Bob Middleport J. C. McKay Helen Pauline George Ray Herman Carson Sadie Trussell Ola McNamee Clint McNamee Carmel W. J. Orr Stanley Trussell Ileen Roush Paul Stewart Racine Ralph Chapman Letart Ray Frank Rolland Torrence William Wolfe

Mrs Orr Hosts Sunday Dinner Guests Visit Bremen and Delaware

Mrs. Paul Orr dined with Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Frank Sunday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Baum and two daughters of Bremen, and Mrs. Emma Tucker of Delaware, visited Mrs. R. E. Torrence.

Frank Coates Reedaville William Vancooney Long Run Clint Slater John Taylor Marion Henry Taylor L. J. Moorehead Pauline Paul Orr Audrey Torrence Kathleen Nora Torrence Mae Richard Powell Thelma B. E. Orr Calvin Orr Walter Norris Letart Mildred Frank L. E. Trussell and Family A. H. Bailey H. V. Tucker J. C. Rose Sam Gainor the Plains Muri Trussell Ruth Orr Raymond Frank Pauline Morehead Maxine Russell Bailey Minnie Della Evans Ralph Frank Elmer Baum Bremen Emma Tucker Delaware R. E. Torrence

Reverend Angel to Fill Mt Zion Appointment May 29

The Garden notes the Reverend Angel will fill his regular Mt Zion appointment on Sunday May 29 at 10 30. Measles illness affects Mildred and Edith Coen. Ida Sinclair visiting uncle John St Clair in Darwin for an indefinite period.

Angel Mt. Zion Story Mildred Edith Coen Ida Sinclair John St. Clair Darwin R. B. Goldsberry Dave Gillian Sumner Charley Coen G. E. Coen Mte Coens Ella Crawford South Canaan William St. Clair George McCumber McCumbber J. W. Weatherby Clara Rogers Waneta Hull J. P. Mohler William Colemer Harry Smith Pratts Fork

Weather outlook expects showers after today’s heat

Cooler air arrives with showers forecast for Friday and Saturday as Columbus forecasters track indications. Yesterday's 92 degree high and 60 degree low were recorded amid river levels at Hocking 2.9 feet, down from 2.95 feet the prior day.

Columbus

Amesville District Hen Does Wonders

A turkey hen owned by E. Jones of Amesville R F D has laid since mid March, set on 18 eggs, hatched 16 poults, and laid four more during incubation. Jones weighs naming the hen Prosperity as a possible nickname.

Amesville E. ©. Jones

Large barn fire destroys farm in New Marshfield

A large barn with two silos and its contents burned early today on the farm of $ 2. Straight. A mule perished in the blaze. Loss estimated over 1000 dollars with partial insurance coverage.

New Marshfield Straight

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