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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1930
Page
7
In this 1930 Amos Parrish piece from New York a fashion feature highlights the tunic silhouette and Persian minaret ideas as modern fall dress options. It describes a long peplum, slim central spine, and low released fullness shaping flattering lines for varied figures.
The Athens Messenger presents Pattern 2005 for an adaptable dress with collar and tie ends, trimmed sleeves, and upward bodice lines. Sizes 16 to 42 available with yardage and instructions, fabric suggestions include georgette and crepe, order by mail with 15 cents.
Nelsonville Ohio youth Wilbur W Murphy 19 joined the Marine Corps first battalion tenth regiment at Quantico after training on Parris Island South Carolina. He was born in Nelsonville and lived with his father Duke Murphy 616 Poplar Street before enlisting in Columbus last May and undergoing drills and duties.
Dr Roy S Copeland discusses the health benefits of sleep, noting sleep repairs nerve and cell damage, prevents fatigue, and supports growth. He lists causes of insomnia from physical, emotional, digestion, and environment factors, and gives tips for better sleep in children and adults, including regular bedtimes and well ventilated rooms.
A middle aged woman reflects on neighbors gossip after a suicide linked to job loss and a change in social status. She envisions a tranquil life in a neat street with flowers, a fence chat with a neighbor’s daughter, and escape to a mountainside porch away from judging eyes. She questions why neighbors discuss others and muses on wanting a simple home and acceptance.
Tomorrow notes describe chairs most in fashion by Amos Parrish with focus on the tunic silhouette and a low released fullness silhouette. A Persian minaret silhouette is also pictured on the right as part of the fashion feature.
A brief note outlines Marine Corps customs observed at Paris Island. The item emphasizes daily routines, drill standards, and discipline expected of recruits. It highlights tradition, unity, and training environment shaping Marines.
Genevieve Kemple writes that Neptune brings unusual, secretive influence for Friday August 15. Cautions arise in signing writings and personal relations may be cautious or subdued with a focus on mysticism and strategic planning for those born on this day.
In a New York morning, the narrator and Lillian plot coffee, flowers, and a party while dodging Philip Veritzen's advances. The conversation reveals secrets about Edith, Dicky, and a masked social intrigue as they move between a cafe and thoughts of the dining room.
The column predicts a lively, eventful day with possible obstacles in new undertakings and financial caution. It notes strong initiative, potential favors from authorities, and a possible sudden change requiring discretion. It also mentions a birthday person facing unforeseen shifts and promising but selective employment prospects.
The National Coal Association estimates the week ended August 9 saw about 7.88 million net tons of bituminous coal produced in the United States. The figures are based on incomplete car loading reports and indicate the industry remains around eight million tons per week.
Mrs. E L Cohee of West Alexandria Ohio recounts eight surgeries and years of stomach pain. She credits Konjola with ending gas bloating shortness of breath and improved sleep after treatment. The ad claims Konjola relieves stomach liver kidney and bowel issues along with rheumatism neuritis and nervousness. Sold at McKee Drug Co Athens Ohio and by druggists nationwide.
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