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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1940

Page

8

Round About the Town Parade Disrupts Youth Plans

A chaotic scene interrupted by a crowded parade as hundreds of youngsters paused for a timed gathering. Two boys with decorated bikes waited at 8 45 while others chanted and rain threatened, dulling the parade mood and prompting last minute adjustments. The night included a costume party that shifted to a full gathering, described with local names and settings as residents reacted to a stray incident near the Hope Dairy home.

Renin Menemge

Calendar notes on a Pots Langue Women Voters meeting

At the home of Mrs G Hope in Canaan Pike members and friends gathered for a social event with a planned potluck dish and table service. The readable fragments suggest a community gathering organized by local women voters with friendly support among attendees.

Rripayawa Langue Women Voters Priday My

Weekend Coat Sets Summer Wardrobe For Active Women

A fashion feature promotes a new week end coat as a chic, practical summer garment. It suggests fabrics like cotton corduroy linen and gabardine, notes the unlined, boxy cut, and shows how the piece pairs with slacks, skirts, or tees for town travel, beach or country wear.

Saasin Marian New York Anne Animaners Ingma

Child Study Club Hosts Little Girl Party at Mrs Alton Hope Home

Members of the Uhl study Club held a children's party at Mrs. Alton Hope's Grosvenor home on Wednesday evening. Fourteen youngsters dressed as little aunts wore ribbons and braids, each bringing a school lunch box and trading treats during the refreshment hour. Prizes were won by Mrs. Harry Fisher, Mrs. Clyde Mansfield, and Mrs. Earnest Baughman. MEB White received a mystery prize, and a birthday cake carried by Mrs. William Mansfield marked the celebration.

Child Study Club Alton Hope Harry Fisher Uhl Mex Alton Hope Grosvenor Clyde Mansfield Earnest Baughman William Mansfield Meb White Mra Baughman

Delbert J Musi Weds Pauline Brow In Russell Methodist Church

Delbert J Musi son of Mr and Mrs W E Musi of 86 S Shafer St Marion married Pauline Brow daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Brow of 283 Spencer St Marion on March 10 at 7 30 p m in Russell Methodist Church pastor Rev C P Smithe officiating The double ring ceremony was held Bride wore beige street dress with black accessories and red rose corsage Attendant Miss Mary Ruth Music wore rust with black accessories and yellow rosebuds Best man was Wilbur J Bees of Tiffin and usher Mr Music who recently lived at 30 Oak St Marion is employed in Montgomery Ward Appliance Dept at home 222 13 South State Marion

Delbert J. Musi W. E. Musi Shafer St Pauline Brow Charles Brow Spencer St Marion Music Russell, Ry C. P. Smithe Mary Ruth Music Wilbur J. Bees Tiffin Mr. Music Oak St Montgomery Ward Company Mar South State

Dark brown accessories pair with a dusty rose frock

A fashion note highlights dark brown accessories as a complement to a dusty rose dress. It also mentions pale yellow and aqua as good matches and includes a clipped line about a small action to prevent boiling over, though the text is garbled.

Social News Alpha Xi Delta Auxiliary Dinner Honors 13 Graduates

The Alpha Xi Delta Auxiliary held a dinner at The Eastwood with two long decorated tables. Seniors were introduced by Mrs. Groner Rutkoskie and Miss Barbara Nelson thanked the graduates. Mrs. Erwin Gaylord entertained on piano with selections as guests and committee members were listed.

Rner Eastwood Groner Rutkoskie Barbara Nelson Erwin Gaylord Betty Warston Elaine Beller Barbara Nel

Shower in Honor of Mr Mrs Phillips Memorial Day

Misses Mary and Eva Snow hosted a shower for Mr and Mrs Carl Phillips. Guests included Rev Stan Jeffrey and many neighbors. The party featured gifts, refreshments, and a cake, with plans for a breakfast and a ride later that day despite rain.

Mrs. Phillips Mary Eva Snow Carl Phillips Phillips Stanley Jeffrey Mary Phillips Ie Dillinger Ella Dillinger Oliver ‘Walls Fred Walburn Hugh Sheridan Mara Bean Carl Frische Mr Koker John” Shaw Eva, Snow Aliee Robin F Jim Bell Mire Charles Maxwell the. Honat Carl Phillipa

Brides Who Must Work After Marriage Have Advantages Over Stay-at- Homes

An old column argues working wives gain advantages over stay at home spouses. It claims they are busy, less prone to jealousy, less bored, and can skip social obligations, presenting work as freeing and practical amid domestic life. It also notes practical tips for piano felts and camphor to deter moths.

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