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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1937
Page
8
Olive Roberts Barton discusses Henry Van Dyke’s tale of the four wise men and contrasts ostentatious gift giving with quiet daily kindness. She argues generosity grows from parental example and must be ingrained by action, not words, to shape children’s character.
A rainy morning offers a chance to teach children eight or nine to bake. Begin with dough and cutters, then supervise as they complete the process and learn cleanliness, from scrubbing hands to cleaning up and washing utensils.
Answers include candles unlit on tea tables, centerpieces not over 10 to 12 inches, avoid mixing pottery and crystal, crystal best avoided with coarse peasant linen, and most people overestimate flowers. For gifting garden blooms, arrange them in your own container and send early (option c).
Adele Garrison follows Olga of Transva n ia as she convalesces in a hospital scene. The dethroned queen, famed for cosmetic prowess, appears regal again while plotting with Mary and Lillian and weighing Philip Veritzen's loyalties. The moment hints at a careful plan to keep prying eyes away as a nurse arrives for a quiet half hour.
The article previews summer friendly beauty items including a vitamin F soap mild enough for children yet gentle on dry skin and a complexion oil used as night cream. It notes a wide mesh cap for night waves, a palm friendly antiperspirant cream, and a sun tan friendly powder and rouge set from the same company.
Chester Grange elected new officers to fill three vacancies created by the resignation of Mr. and Mrs. C. N. Jones and daughter Mary. Newly elected were Master Maye Mora secretary Henry Beaver and lady assistant steward Elna Smith. Forty seven members attended with a social hour honoring the Jones family.
A paper labor saving rack with four papers is offered for kitchens and homes, including waterproof waxed and parchment papers plus absorbent toweling. A camel hair ankle length bathrobe for college girls is described as soft durable and practical with a double breasted front and long sash. Marble season runs from March 15 to mid April.
A pinch of baking soda added to milk on the turn will sweeten it for baking. If a recipe calls for sour milk and none is on hand, add two tablespoons of vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk to sour it.
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