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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1936
Page
6
A mother exhorts teaching children good manners as open sesame to life. Lessons cover dining etiquette, respectful conduct, patience, and perseverance, arguing manners shape first impressions, influence opportunities, and build character and success.
A lively 1940s style plot features reporter Casey and editor Blaine rivaling Ruth Nolan in newspaper war with racketeers. Ruth's scoops trigger danger as she and Blaine are kidnapped and sentenced by the gang, amid wartime city intrigue.
In Tarboro North Carolina Mrs Geo Howard found a cracked oak trunk in her front yard revealing a swarm of bees and a large supply of fresh honey. The discovery followed the tree being blown down by the wind.
A complex puzzle list subtitled American lawmaker and various clues traverse horizontal and vertical directions. The set hints at a themed crossword with numbered entries across multiple rows, including demotic terms and references to maritime and general vocabulary.
Crocheted gloves made lengthwise from two flat pieces per hand with contrasting cuffs. Pattern 1288 gives small medium and large sizes and stitch illustrations. Send 10 cents for the pattern to Athens Messenger Needlecraft Dept New York.
City Manager John N. Edy said the Toledo police department has absorbed many misfits in the last two decades and would need at least five years to develop an efficient force. The remark reflects a broad reorganization plan for the department.
State fire marshal Fire Chief W N Bates and Detective Lloyd Sweet opened an inquiry into the blaze that killed 24 year old Mrs William Cecil and her 4 year old daughter Geraldine. A fragment of a letter to friends suggested possible incendiarism and protection against an unnamed man.
WLW program guide lists Kyser Orchestra Adrian O'Brien Toy Band and many acts including Lowell Thomas and the O’Neills. Talks and dramas such as The Life of Riley and Amos n Andy fill daily segments with sports, news, and musical variety across afternoon and evening slots.
Olive Roberts Barton recounts a pretend school game that escalates into real fear as children are scared and crossed with a fly swatter and harsh discipline. The piece ends with Carl waking terrified, fearing letters and school.
The reading suggests a day of routine matters with possible fresh undertakings or ventures. Expect preliminary work amid uncertain mental faculties, guard against gossip, and delay major projects until plans firm up. Birthday individuals may see a solid year with new plans despite potential confusion.
Adele Garrison’s tale follows Brixton and Dicky solving a banking mystery after a loan transfer, with Brixton assured money traces are hidden. Dicky brags about the fix, while Miss Marshall and Brixton depart, planning dinner as the story promises continued adventures tomorrow.
A slenderising surplice frock with a trim skirt and rippling jabot revers offers a versatile outfit for home entertaining or town errands. The simple bodice and two sleeve lengths create a youthful silhouette. pattern 4078 comes in sizes 16 to 44 and can be made in crepe synthetic or wool jersey.
The notice promotes an Anna Adams pattern with size 36, 4 14 yards 39 inch fabric and illustrated step by step sewing instructions. Send fifteen cents for the pattern, or twenty five cents for both pattern and book, to The Athens Messenger Pattern Department in New York.
Alicia Hart explains that silver or white hair flatters the face and softens features. She suggests embracing gray with careful styling and low heat permanents, using bluing and a salt wash to avoid yellowing, and focusing on wave quality over duration.
Notice states Jolliette B. James of Athens Ohio RPD No 2 is appointed administratrix of the Williams estate deceased of Athens County Ohio. Dated August 3 1936. Judge M Johnson probate judge.
The Charles Mill Dam in Ashland County, part of the Muskingum conservancy district, was completed today. It is the first of 14 dams under construction to reach completion.
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