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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1930
Page
7
A New York fashion note outlines fall handbag trends emphasizing flatness softness simplicity and medium size. It highlights two main shapes the flat envelope and the flat pouch with back straps or top handles, plus trims like two-tone stitching satin linings and metal ornaments. Large bags suit taller women, while smaller frames prefer mid sized styles.
Whe Athens Messenger's tie Practical Pattern By ANNE ADAMS then your small girl will a dainty, cool frock like e pictured today. There are der capelets to replace sleeves square neckline in front that I becoming. Pin tucks afford nal fullness in the frock ee are French panties with the tern. Pattern 1946 is charming made dimity, lawn, batiste, wash silk ham. The trimming bands ' contrasting color of white , Plaids, flowers and gea rie designs are cunning for all fashionables, in pastel shedes vivid colorings. May be obtained only in sizes 4 8 and 19. Size 4 requires 2%, 36-inch fabric and % yard dressmaking experience t ry to make this model with tern. Yardage for ever, Eeimele. exact instruction on FIFTEEN CENTS (15c)a re fully wrapped, or stamps pattern. Write plainis me, address and style nam SURE TO STATE SIZE Od NEW FALL AND WIDN ASHION BOOK, containing tte models for adults and en and an excellent assort of transfer patterns and novelties, is now ready. iFIFTEEN CENTS Book with pattern, 25 cents. Address all mail and orders to The Athens Messenger Pattern Department, 243 West 17th Street, New York City.
Amos Parrish presents a look at current trends in non-period furniture, highlighting contemporary styles and practical design ideas for stylish homes. The piece notes the evolving tastes and the shift from traditional periods to versatile, modern pieces.
An article by R S Copeland urges exercising jaws and teeth via coarse foods and chewing to prevent faulty jaw development. It emphasizes lime and phosphorus, fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and negligent reliance on soft foods harms future health. It also notes a Dental Society discussion and calls for a balanced diet.
Oslo reports new details on the 1897 Arctic balloon expedition. Capt. Gustav Jensen aboard the Norwegian vessel Teringen confirms the recovery of the bodies of explorer Salomon August Andree and his two companions eight years after their failed North Pole ascent.
A widow in Los Angeles left a will stipulating that her three dogs and two Persian cats be killed on or before her funeral day. The unusual clause caused debate over humane treatment versus the letter of the will.
The article describes a woman who believes animals have souls and wishes her pets to wait for her on the Other Side. An interference by a friend leads to action by the SPCA to prevent killing the animals, raising questions about motive and life, love, and death.
The article notes a challenging day for progressive business due to planetary transits yet domestic and affectional benefits may counterbalance. It warns of possible disruptions and financial or prestige losses without prudent methods, advises careful changes, and mentions a restless child born that day. It closes with a local tragedy where a poultry farm east of here reports a man’s suicide amid financial worries.
Captain Jensen reported on the Brattvan voyage to Norway where the Gunnar Horna Scientific expedition retrieved two Polar flyers from ice filled cases. He identified Andree among the recovered remains found at his camp on the island. Evidence suggested Andree died last, with a primus stove found near him.
Aug 26 reports from McConnellville document a large personal crisis involving Huge Ingram, 4, owner of a substantial property. Details are sparse in the fragment, with limited context on the nature of the crisis and associated parties.
A window sill gathering of shadows and flies holds a whimsical contest to pick a king. Dragonfly and firefly tell stories about themselves, sparring over beefsteaks and matches as shadow-children flee a wasp fear, ending with a lighthearted moral about the folly of crowds.
In Adele Garrison's tale, the narrator suspects Dicky may cancel his own corsage offer for Faith and Edith as he tests her loyalty between his flowers and Philip Vertigen. She ponders choices while Mary and Edith fixture plans for Mary's party. The scene ends with a warning promise of continuation.
Washington reports jobless men sought military berths at Army Navy and Marine Corps recruiting stations. Navy received 63 669 enlistment applications in six months but only 6 248 were accepted. Marine Corps saw 21 166 applications with 2 441 new enlistments in six months.
An old advertisement touts Zemo as a cooling invisible antiseptic for sunburn rashes ivy poison ivy itching and minor skin problems. It claims relief from itching peeling toes dandruff and post shave soothing with prices listed 5 60 and 1.00 cents.
Wolfe, early Hocking Valley settler descendants, gather for annual reunion at Rising Park in Lancaster on Sunday August 31 with many locals tracing lineage to Christopher Wolfe.
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