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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1934
Page
7
The piece argues mothers and fathers both show devotion and sacrifice for their children. It challenges the view that fathers are neglectful, noting many fathers neglect duties beyond provision and urging shared parenting, with a reminder that daily care shapes bonds more than grand gestures. A reader asks about dating while engaged and is advised to date others to avoid weariness during the wait.
A fragmented puzzle or trivia style item lists clues and answers about language, geography, and history. It references a writer from Norway and hints at epochs and various definitions from ear to deity.
Practical sewing tip advises busy mothers to cut two dresses at once and assemble them together. The method speeds production as the second iteration proceeds more quickly. The article urges trying the scheme to save time. It emphasizes efficiency for a busy mother.
The notice promotes pattern 1881 with options for a cotton print and china blue crepe de chine with a cream net yoke. It lists sizes 8 10 12 14 16 and fabric needs for size 12. Includes illustrated sewing instructions and an order form for 15 cents, plus a combined book and pattern for 25 cents. Ordered through The Athens Messenger Pattern Department New York City.
Earl McCumber of Carbondale pleaded guilty to an assault and battery charge filed by Willie Schmitter of Nelsonville before Magistrate C H Porter. McCumber, arrested by Deputy Sheriff Carl Gardner, was fined $10 and costs and jailed in default of payment. July marriage licenses fall to 17 from 39 in June per Probate Judge S M Johnson.
Adele Garrisons Marriage tale unfolds as Harriet learns Edwin's daughter is the hospital’s assistant head nurse. The narrator reveals Edwin was never married, prompting Harriet to confront her beliefs and the trust she placed in her husband. The confession resurfaces long buried tensions and questions about Edwin's past.
Athens County plans a series of meetings to expand a county forum on child health and protection. Dr E A Hansen outlined four necessities: trained leaders funds and proper equipment organization and a clear activity base. The group reviewed local health data and library, recreation and delinquency prevention efforts.
Vegetable choices in season offer low cost, high value meals. Summer squash varieties such as patty pan crookneck and marrow provide vitamin rich options. Steam and serve with a cheese white sauce, or pair with tomatoes and cheese for a flavorful main dish suitable for children.
Menu items listed across meals include orange juice cereal milk eggs poached in milk on toast, tea and coffee, squash with tomatoes, baked apple dumplings, braised frank steak, mashed potatoes, cabbage, cottage cheese salad, blueberry gingerbread with whipped cream, and a vegetable salad with brown bread and butter sandwiches. A salted tomato squash bake is described with layered squash and tomatoes, onion celery and cheese, plus a method for stuffed summer squash and creamed ham stuffing. Sixteen Phi Mu sorority members attended Miss Doris Rheinfrank's funeral in Portsmouth after an appendectomy. she was an Ohio University 1932 graduate and taught there.
In Roy Pilcher’s memorial display a 200 year old vegetable dish from his great great grandmother, an ebony snuff box, a 200 year old table from Herrold’s Mill era, and a cherry sewing table over a century old anchor the collection. A walnut desk bookcase circa 75 years, a cherry chest, and a desk chair pair share age, with a 25 year old olive wood carving from Bishop Moore and a marble topped carved table plus a life like carved dog completing the shown items.
The reading warns of lively but obstructed conditions due to lunar aspects with possible delays and disappointments in property or work. Writings may prosper, while home life could carry sensational or unconventional twists. Those born today face a lively year with surprises and delays, noted with Rupert Brooke as a notable nativity.
A guide to using mascara in the evening to enhance eyes while avoiding daytime overuse. It advises upper lashes only, brushing technique, brow use, color choices by hair, removing with soap and water or cleansing cream, and applying mascara after powders.
Isaak Walton League members will meet at the cabin next Tuesday night rather than City Hall. The group normally holds semi weekly outdoor and indoor sessions, but five Tuesdays through July required a schedule change.
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