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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1947
Page
6
The annual Senior Ball for seniors is set for tonight from 8 to 12 in the Men's Gymnasium. Rex Koons and his orchestra will provide music for the informal event. Tickets are available at Logan's, Koons Music Store, and the 1947 Athena office.
The piece cautions teens about body image and dieting in summer. It notes some girls face criticism for their bodies while offering fashion and hair tips, including one piece swimsuits, bone health via safe exercise, and hair washing habits to maintain a neat, washed look.
Announcement of the approaching marriage of Miss Elizabeth Kolenich of Athens to Eugene J. Fitzgerald of Philadelphia. The ceremony will be a double ring service at St Paul’s Catholic Church at 9 a.m. with Rev. Fr. James McMahon officiating. Return reception at Hotel Berry.
The Church Builders Class of The Church of Christ in New Marshfield met at Earl Herron's home for its May gathering and a wiener roast. Attendees included Rev. H. Vian, Glouster, Charles and Delores Russell, Fern Whitlatch, Bill Llewellyn, Delores Barber, Iris Hartman, Sol Goff, Ed Hawk, Earl Herron, and their families. The June meeting will feature a strawberry cake supper at Clyde Whitlatch’s home.
Mrs Karl Kasten once of Ohio University English department wrote a critical essay titled The Satire of King Lardner. It appeared in the April issue of The English Journal.
Mrs Dora Bostic returns to her home in Pomeroy after visiting her daughter Mrs M C Morrison who has been ill for the past month at her home.
The Hig ley Study Circle held its annual picnic for members and families yesterday evening at the Valhalla grounds on Fairview Ave. Hosted by Prof. Thor Olson and his wife, 28 members attended, totaling 77 people with families. Committee members included Mrs. A. F. Jeutter chair, plus Mrs. Carlton Calkin Mrs. J. R. Gentry Mrs. O. E. McClure Mrs. A. W. Stalder Mrs. H. H. Sands Mrs. John Francis Mrs. John Weed and Mrs. C. E. Atkinson.
Aidan Barber of Route Two New Marshfield was feted on his fifth birthday by friends and received many gifts. Refreshments were served for a large group including Raymond Rudolph Dick en Nile Janice Hartman and many others.
Registrations today for Girl Scouts and Brownies planning to join regular summer swimming classes run by the Girl Scout Council. Mrs Thor Olson directs the program including a Junior Life Saving course. Registrations close at 4 30 p m at the Scout rooms with East Side Scouts registering at East Side school.
Community groups announce events at Central Ave Church and local venues. Progressive Class meets Thursday at 8 p.m. with Mr and Mrs Wade Bean. Central PTA gathers Thursday at 7 30 p.m. at the high school Little Theater. farewell for Rev M T Conkey and Mr Mrs Charles Conkey at McDonald Richland Ave Church with 6 30 p.m. potluck. Weekend includes a wedding in Rittman and a Santa Ana visitor in Athens. Sunday memorials at Clark's Chapel cemetery at 2 30 led by Rev E C Kenney. A note on walnuts gives a cup and a half of meat per pound in the shell.
The era of the wasp waist returns with midseason dresses selling in New York and headed for stores nationwide. American versions of Dior designs create a figure eight silhouette with inner belts and modified shoulders, simple lines, longer skirts, and push up sleeves.
Ruth Millett notes New Orleans aims to win the title of the most courteous city in America. She argues other towns should compete to restore politeness in service, rest rooms, and traveler dealings, urging nationwide effort to improve courtesy and reverse wartime indifference.
Weekend visitors at the residence of Mr and Mrs W H Logan Utah Place include Mr E C Logan of Chicago and his brother Mr J A Logan of Washington DC The note also mentions that Vitamin A degrades in green vegetables kept too long.
An old advertisement touts Teol a strong foot fungus killer with 90 percent alcohol claiming rapid penetration and germ kill. It promises a 35 cent refund if not pleased and points readers to Quick's Cut Rate Drug Store Drury's Glouster for purchase.
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