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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 08, 1939

Page

6

Sayre Study Club Meets at Elmwood Place Home

The Sayre Study Club gathered Tuesday afternoon at Mrs. W. W. Wiggin’s home 10 Elmwood Place. Members opened with song and Roll call naming Ohio women. Mrs. A. E. Wagner reported on City Federation. President Mrs. B. Green led business. Papers by Mrs. H. L. Atkinson Ohio Women in Politics and Mrs. S. C. Hartman Nature Trails In Ohio were read. Mrs. Frederick Pearson led Beautiful Ohio singing and the meeting closed with the Club Woman’s Creed.

Sayre Club Ohio Mrs. Wiggin Sayre Study Club W. W. Wiggin Elmwood Place America A. E. Wagner B. Green H. L. Atkinson S. C. Hartman Frederick Pearson

Millikan Reviews Skinner Book at Literary Club

Mrs C C Millikan offered a review of Cornelia Otis Skinner's Dithers and Jitters to 25 members of the Social Literary Club at Eastwood Tea Room on Tuesday afternoon. Hostess was Mrs W H Cooper. refreshments followed the program. The next meeting will be hosted by Mrs F B Gullum.

Eastwood Tea Room W. H. Cooper Cornelia Otis Skinner C. C. Millikan F. B. Gullum

Harp Program Charms Tuesday Needle Club

Mrs Neil Crawford of Grafton Cheney led a harp history and manufacturing talk at the Eastwood Tuesday Needle Club dinner. She performed classical pieces with vocal solos by Mr Grafton Cheney as about fifty members and two hostesses attended.

Neil Crawford Grafton Cheney the Eastwood W. B. Lawrence Genevieve Apgar

Hobson Study Circle Hears Mrs Green At Meeting

Hobson Study Circle met at the Clippinger home Tuesday night with nineteen members and two guests Mrs J S Varney of Columbus and Mrs D B Green guest speaker. Mrs Wilson Norris introduced the speaker who described her visit to the New York World's Fair in the summer.

Hobson Study Circle D. R. Clippinger Hudson and Elmwood Sts J. S. Varney Columbus D. B. Green Ing Miriam Carl Frey Wilson Norris D. B.green

Zeta Tau Alpha Alumnae Dinner Honors Miss Olson

Zeta Tau Alpha alumnae met at Carter's Tea Room for a six o'clock dinner Tuesday night hosted by Mrs. Lee S. Roach. Miss Barbara Olson led a post dinner business meeting as Zeta Tau Province Head Miss Olson was a guest and complimented Mrs. Vere Zeman of Cleveland.

Zeta Tau Miss Olson Vere Zeman Cleveland Delta Province Zeta Tau Alpha Carter Barbara Olson Lee S. Roach

Mary Jane Hayes Weds Clarence White in Catlettsburg Ceremony

Mary Jane Hayes and Clarence White unite in a single ring ceremony at Catlettsburg Kentucky on November 4 1939. Rev Arden P Keyser officiated as Amos White and Richard White attended. The couple plans residence in Columbus after January 1 with White employed by F W Woolworth Company in Athens.

Carl W. Hayes Stewart Mary Jane Clarence White Vinton White Stewart R. D Catlettsburg Kentucky Arden P. Keyser Amos White Richard White Rome High School

Local Personal Notices From Athens Area

Dr John Siigley attends State Dental meeting in Columbus at the Neil House and returns tonight. Dr and Mrs H V Masters visit Athens with Prof and Mrs P L Peterson and Dr and Mrs H E Benz before Masters heads to Indianapolis. Mr and Mrs Leslie Smith and Mr and Mrs Clarence Smith visit Hillsboro relatives. Fred C Morin A E Whaley and Frank Cross go pheasant hunting in Dunkirk. A woman stays with her son in law and daughter Mr and Mrs C M Ferguson on Church Street.

John Siigley Columbus Neil House H. V. Masters Reading P. L. Peterson H. E. Benz Athens Masters Indianapolis Fred C. Morin A. E. Whaley Frank Cross Dunkirk J. S. Varney C. M. Ferguson Church St

Energetic Outlook for Plans and Birthdays

The reading notes high energy and initiative with a fast tempo, predicting new matters gaining attention despite possible low spirits or physical handicap. It urges support from employers and organizations, favors ambitious work, and warns of occasional opposition but generally auspicious conditions for assertive action. A birthday child may be energetic and constructive but faces possible discouragement from health or mood issues.

Wellington teen leads unique 4 H radio club

Raymond Church 20 year old Wellington youth serves as advisor to what is believed to be the only 4 H radio club in the United States. His mother, active in 4 H work, started the club three years ago.

Pfour-H Wellington Raymond Church United States

London firm shifts from lingerie to sandbags for war demand

Since the war began a London company moved from silk underwear to sandbag production. A firm member said demand for lingerie fell off, but the 100 women machinists were kept on as the operation pivoted to wartime needs.

London

Amusing Novelties Pepper Up Winter Costumes

The piece highlights eye catching gadgets for winter outfits including picture frame buttons with a man’s image, suede strand changeable dress studs, grape bead clusters for sweaters, two dog collars as a belt, organ pipe reed necklace, amethyst bracelet, sound effect nails and bracelet, a bell belt, velvet zebra fashion, velvet trim on belt and pearl necklace, and a gold heart lapel ornament that indicates love level.

Symphony Players Arrive Thursday for Ohio Univ Concert

Edgar Friedlander acts as temporary manager as the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra travels by special train to Athens for a 2:30 pm school concert and 8:00 pm community show at Memorial Auditorium. The 90 players require large setup, meals, and backstage space before returning to Cincinnati.

Edgar Friedlander Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Memorial Auditorium Ohio University Friedlander Board of Trustees Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Athens Memorial Community Concert Association

Garden Revival Meeting at Mt Zion and Church Dedication

Garden revival session continues at Mt Zion Mission Church led by Rev Dan Grim with Cotrill sisters Stew art directing music. Cecil Butts moves his family to Barnes property near Zion Cemetery. Sun shine Sewing Circle to meet at Rev Don Grim's home for church quilt on Wednesday Nov 15. M E Church dedication set for Sunday Nov 19.

Mt. Zion Mission Church Dan Grim Cotrill Stewart Cecil Butts McArthur Barnes Zion Cemetery Bessie B. Grimm New Lexington Sunshine Sewing Circle Don Grim Grim Coen M. E

Mechanization Boosts Farm Acreage Handled

An American agricultural worker now can manage about three times as many acres as 75 years ago due to machinery and power introduction on farms, reflecting increased efficiency and productivity in farming practices.

Alexander Church Society Meeting At Grace Warren Home

The Alexander Presbyterian Church ladies met at Mrs. Grace Warren's home with twenty members and two visitors from Deanville. Mrs. Cora Biddle led the business, Miss Irene McDowell spoke on missions, and Mrs. Jessie Warren led devotions. Rev. Louis Campbell offered prayer. A benefit party for the Odd Fellows and Rebekahs, planned for Friday evening November 10, was postponed.

Alexander Presbyterian Church Grace Warren James Williams Irene McDowell Deanville Cora Biddle Jessie Warren Miss McDowell Fannie Eccles Louis Campbell The Odd Fellows and Rebekahs

Dorothy Kramer Weds George Deyo in Russell Ky Ceremony

Mrs. Mary Kramer announces the marriage of her daughter Dorothy Kramer to George Deyo of London Ohio. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Stevens in Russell Kentucky on Tuesday October 24. The couple then traveled through the east visiting Niagara Falls the New York World's Fair Washington D C Gettysburg and other points. They will reside with Mrs. Kramer’s sister Mrs. L O Simmons Union Route 56.

Mary Kramer Dorothy Kramer George Deyo London Ohio Deyo Athens State Hospital Eastern Plumbing & Supply Co Columbus Stevens Russell, Ky Niagara Falls Washington, D. C Gettysburg Kramer

Marriage Meddlers Plot in New York Restaurant Scene

A trio including Madge Graham and friends observe a tense meeting between Madge’s husband Dicky and a secretary disguised as a gangster’s companion. A nearby woman in a blonde wig and the disguised woman exchange measured words as past secrets surface and tensions rise.

Madge Graham Lillian Harry Underwood New York Madge Dicky

Sequel of Married Comrades exposes cafe intrigue

A magazine writer and a disguised woman at a restaurant spar over truth and attraction. The writer explains she studies types for an article while a blustering partner denies any personal link, hinting at a business acquaintance.

Harry Harry Underwood

Albany Garden Club Postpones Friday Meeting

Albany Garden Club cancels its Friday gathering after a Athens lecture by Miss Dorothy Biddle. Members needing transport should call president Mrs. Vernon Canny. The next Albany meeting is planned for December. I Dinner Postponed for Martzolff Class. The class will still meet Thursday at 7 30 PM for regular business at the Methodist Church.

Albany Garden Club Athens Dorothy Biddle Athens Garden Club Albany Club Vernon Canny Martzolff Methodist Church

Waterloo High Seniors Roast at Boden Farm

The Senior Class of Waterloo High School held a wiener roast Friday night at the Boden farm near Carbondale. Seated names include Alice Dowler Ralph Syx Betty Beveridge Roy Mace Alberta Wright Owen Snedden Martha Wilson and others with chaperon Eugene Ridenour. Absent were Clara Withers Kenneth Elliott and Gledon Edgar. They plan a Christmas party soon.

Waterloo High School Boden Farm Carbondale Alice Dowler Ralph Syx Betty Beveridge Roy Mace Alberta Wright Owen Snedden Martha Wilson John White Harriett Dicken Paul Kennard Ruby Mace Bill Llewellyn Delores Trout James Barber Maurine Jewett Trunkc Russell Averynelle Loury Dean Collins Charles Russell Mamie Efaw William Burt

Queen Esthers at Halloween Party in Church Basement

Queen Esther Circle of Central Ave Methodist Church held a Halloween party and monthly business meeting in the church basement on Oct. 31. Nine members attended with hymns Lord's Prayer daily prayer and benediction. Refreshments followed. Next meeting includes cheater supper on Nov. 7. Alpha Gamma Delta Alumnae bake sale set for Nov. 11 at Schine's Athena Theater starting 9:00 a.m.

Queen Esthers Queen Esther Circle Central Ave. Methodist Church Marjorie ‘Gaston Alpha Gamma Delta Schine Athena Theater

Local clubs schedule meetings for Wednesday and Thursday

PEO meets at 7 30 p m with Miss Edna Way at 10 Elmwood Place Athens Eastern Star hosts Middleport Chapter at the Masonic Temple Daughters of Union Veterans hold a rummage sale in Athens City Hall council room Wednesday and Thursday Regular Business and Professional Women meet at 7 30 p m with 5 30 p m executive board Wednesday Missionary Tea at First Christian Church Thursday at 2 00 p m with Dr W C Richardson speaking on Europe Tea at 3 00 p m Gasco Sewing Club meets Thursday 7 30 p m Thirty third anniversary of U C D Club Thursday 2 00 p m Officers to be elected No Eagles Ladies Auxiliary meeting Thursday due to repairs Higley class hosts Father and Son banquet Thursday 6 30 p m Wesleyan Needle Club meets Thursday 2 00 p m Martzolff Sunday School Class meets Thursday 7 30 p m for business and social session.

Daughters of Union Veterans Athens City Hall Business and Professional Women’s Club Alton Hope Missionary Society of the First Christian Church H. A. Elkins Elmwood Place M. T. Vermillion W. C. Richardson Ohio University Gasco Sewing Club Jesse Camp Grosvenor St U.C.D. Club Mary A. Fryburger W. Union St Ladies Auxiliary of Eagles Higley Men's Class The Christian Church Wesleyan Needle Club E. Paul Cotton Martzolff First Methodist Church

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