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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 22, 1954

Page

13

Else Fink Soprano Recital Showcases European Heritage

Dramatic soprano Else Fink presented a faculty recital that drew on European roots and modern works. The program spanned seven languages, featuring pieces by Dvorak, Bach, Schubert, Bartok, and Beranger, plus American songs and a new work by Dr. Annenat. Gertrude Szaroleta accompanied on piano.

Else Fink Dramatic Soprano Kart Anrenat School of Music Ohio University Brook Beranger Arvoles Joran Arba Mezzo al Mar Gertrude Szaroleta

Information on Narcotics Film for B and PW Club

A Busins and Professional Women's Club meeting featured a self produced film strip on narcotics by co chairs Miss Macil Vin and Miss Iris Fierce. The presentation covered narcotics history, federal legislation, and Ohio violations with fines for multiple offenses. The program included a county narcotics committee display and items from the International Relations Committee.

Busins and Professional Women's Club Macil Vin Onhia United States Ohio M Rowena Sprout

Preventing garment damage in washing machines

Clear away sharp edged ornaments and buttons before washing. Zip slide fasteners shut to prevent fabric tearing, ensuring clothes stay intact during the cycle.

Athenian Soldier Sees Queen Mother in Virginia Visit

Private Edward Patterson of Athens and a Fort Belvoir companion met Queen Elizabeth II at Woodland Plantation near Fort Belvoir Virginia on November 7. Patterson, son of Mr and Mrs Lowell Patterson of Athens, reports the Queen chatted and permitted photos during a royal party stop as she tours the United States and Canada.

Beth England Edward Patterson Fort Belair Patterson Fort Belvair Woodland Plantation George Washington Pattercon Binny Ule Anu Venus Save Gee Lowell Patterson Athens Athens ‘High School Ohio University United States Canada

iDelt Dames Hear Mrs Sprague World Tour Slides

iDelt Dames met at the Delta Tau Delta House Thursday evening to view colored slides from Mrs Edward Sprague's world tour and hear a commentary on the pictures. Mrs Horace Palmer was welcomed as a new member. Hostesses were Mrs Floyd Kimball, Mrs L G DeLong, Mrs Larry Colbert, and Mrs Dana Fuller.

Edward Sprague Delta Dames Delta Tau Delta House Horace Palmer Floyd Kimball L. G. DeLong Larry Colbert Dana Fuller

Girl Scout Investiture Ceremonies and Troop News

Brownie Troop 41 held Investiture Ceremonies November 9 in the East Side Auditorium with pins awarded to Pam Matters, Marcia McAfee, Sally Stewart, Marie Smith, Linda Main, Linda Cunningham, Rose Williams, Carolyn Johnson, Donna Smith, Brenda Adams, Nanette Davis, Sallie Benson, Paula Sullivan, Diane McGarvey, Diane White, Suzanne Drach, Susan Houx, Gretchen Strain, Janice Buckles, Paula Carpenter, Judy Harris and Barbara Romig. Leaders listed as Mrs. Robert Stehr, Mrs. Robert Strain, Mrs. Robert Steweart and Mrs. Joseph Steweart.

Brownie Troop East Side Pam Matters Marcia McAfee Sally Stewart Marie Smith Linda Main Linda Cunningham Rose, Williams Carolyn Johnson Donna Smith Brenda Adams Nanette Davis Sallie Benson Paula ‘Sullivan Diane McGarvey Diane White Suzanne Drach Susan Houx Gretchen Strain Janice Buckles Paula Carpenter Judy Harris Barbara Romig Robert

LLE Hears Guest Speaker Miss Mary Cowan

Miss Mary Cowan of Ohio University Home Economics spoke at the Lydia Lath Evans Club meeting held at 8 Ohio Ave. She presented colored slides from England taken during the Coronation and described her year abroad. Mrs Howard Slusher was welcomed as a new member.

Mary Cowan Ohio University Lydia Lath Evans Club Ed Moran Ohio Ave Cowan England Howard Slusher Pelub

Community Calendar Highlights Local Groups and Meetings

Tuesday’s schedule lists Senior CCL at 7 30 with Mrs Pearl Lee on Lorene Ave and Thanksgiving basket contributions. Canaan Grange hosts a chili supper at 8 with an 8 p.m. event at Grange Hall, plus multiple women’s clubs and church circle meetings across town. A pork crackling note suggests crispy bacon with dry bread stuffing as a flavorful change.

Pearl Lee Lorene Ave Canaan Grange Grange Hall Marian Wood el- Hot St

Youth Fellowship Organizes Service at Alevan Dee Church

The newly formed Youth Fellowship of Alevan Dee Presbyterian Church held worship on Sunday with Norma Parsons presiding. Katherine Woodyard Abita Bigony and Nancey Ashworth assisted as speakers described moral goals beyond material gains. Members include Joanne Wingu Party Verity Louis Bigany Carolyn Hope Sue Verity Donna Castle Shirley Castle with advisers and officers from Ohio University Westminster Foundation and local families. Plans include a Christmas program after a Halloween party and continued hosting of guest groups.

Alevandee Presbyterian Church Norma Parsons Pres Katherine Woodyard Abita Bigeny Nancey Ashworth Joanne Wingu Lagarits Avi Party Verity Louis Bigany Carolyn Hoope Sue Verity Donna Castle Shirley Castle Miss Parsons Ohio University Westminster Foundation Nancy Ashworth Anita Bigony Aliar Charles Woodyard Dick Crossen Rodney Gibbs Harald Tad Icliff Wade Jeffers

Navaho Indian Pictures Shown at Local Meeting

An illustrated talk on the Navaho Indians highlighted the Community Men’s Mission dinner at the Manse Thursday evening. Miss Mary Cowan of the School of Home Economics showed photos of Navaho country homes industries and dress, depicting religious educational and social life. Devotions led by Mrs. W. H. L. Craper featured thanksgiving poems.

Cress Mary Cowan School of Home Economics W. H L. Craper

Sue Burnett Pattern Ad Promotes Fall and Winter Wear

An ad highlights versatile front-closed patterns for special date wear from the Pattern Neo line. It markets 74 16 1K sleeve options and 4% yard estimates, inviting readers to send coins and pattern numbers to Sue Burnett at The Athens American. The notice touts a new fall and winter guide in 31 colors and urges purchase of a timeless sewing resource.

Sue Burnett

Albany Grange Meeting Called as Local Branch Agenda

Albany Grange scheduled a meeting with members to discuss next steps. Officials ask attendees to bring reports and notes, with emphasis on community event planning and cooperative efforts within the organization.

Jolly Workers Elect Officers

The Christmas party will be at Mrs Burnelte home December 15 with officers elected for the group. Members listed include Mrs Herron Burdette, Mire kd W Pro, Ralph Congas Cards, and Paul Robinson among others.

Dr George Hill Speaks at CCL Meeting

Dr George Hill professor of education at OU spoke on Do Adolescents Seed Parents at a Juniper Circle of the Child Conservation League Thursday evening. Mrs E P Lynn presided and Goodloe Dadisman led the group at Cottage Ter House. Plans were made for the annual Christians dinner for bos nds. Eleven members were present with Mrs Jack Tedrick back in Athens and reinstated in the league.

Albany Garden Club Meets for November gathering

The Albany Garden Club met at the Albany Community Garden Club with Mrs Miller presiding. Members gave to the Christmas Stocking Fund for the VA in Chillicothe and approved a request for table decorations at Athens State Hospital. Mrs George Bean presented a program on Winter Bouquets and shared seasonal arrangements.

Lo Hi. Chase Albany Community Garden Club Mre Bo FL Miller Chillicothe Athens State Hospital George Bean

Lessons in Bridge Playing by Owwald and Partners

Fragmented text details a bridge lesson with errors in names and terms. It hints at partnership strategy, bids, and defense. The garbled phrasing suggests a focus on how to respond to partner bids and evaluate opponents.

Bridge puzzle inquiry from a 1930s column

A reader questions the correct opening in a bridge deal given two hands. The North player considers Trump suit choice as Spades versus Diamonds with specific card hints. The column asks for guidance on the proper bid and response for the stated hand.

Cards and Diamonds in Devairer and The Hodges Game

A fragment from a bridge play column details a deal where declarer attempts to force discards to set up diamonds. Mr and Mrs Hodge defend tightly, leading to all remaining diamonds staying in their hands and West winning a third trick. The text, dense with garbled names, describes defensive plays and carding decisions amid a frustrated attempt to induce diamond discards.

Lael Horige Love South Nest Hedge Dume Tiy Devdacer Hodge Thelarec Danny Low Pusst West Past Mrs. Heelge Bast

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