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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1931

Page

7

Storm-Tossed Ship Braces for Escape and a Stolen Necklace

In a rain swept crisis aboard the Gypsy, Bruce is shot and left for dead as De Loma flees with a coveted necklace. Mary aids Captain Hendricks and Bates in a desperate search while De Loma rows toward Bird Key seeking shelter, risking a dangerous voyage in the storm. Bruce lies near death, Jupiter clings to hope, and a dramatic reunion with Dirk unfolds as the gale subsides.

Bruce Hendricks Mary Mr. Jupiter Jupiter

Sweet talk and secrets fuel a tense night escape plan

Mary and Bates clash with Dirk over a risky midnight move to rescue The Fly. Bates vows to protect the pair as they plot a downstairs escape, while questions swirl around how a gun vanished and a guarded door was breached in a fragile, warning-filled scene.

GENEVIEVE KEMBLE SUNDAY DECEMBER HOROSCOPE

The Sunday horoscope predicts a propitious period with social cultural and mystical pursuits under a favorable planetary ray. Domestic romantic and friendly relations look bright, with possible employment concerns and a year of interest for those born on this day. Notable nativity: Edward H. Sothern.

Genevieve Kemble Unday Edward H. Sothern

Monday December 7 Horoscope Predicts Recognition and Pleasure

The forecast notes a tendency to seek ease in business while pursuing pleasure and extravagance. It predicts recognition and favors at work for merit, with possible greater responsibility. A birth date child may show industry and substantial returns, though may risk rewards chasing pleasure. Notable nativity: Rudolf Friml.

Rudolf Frim

Did You Ever Meet One of the Human Goldfish

Winifred Black reflects on the human family as goldfish living in a glass world. She compares pets Tatters and Demi-Tasse to people and ponders the indifference of Mr. Trumble, symbolizing a self centered family man.

Winifred Black Tatters Daughter Demi-Tasse Mr. Trumble Trumble

Notable reunion amid rain and tears between Mary and Dirk

Mary and Dirk share a tender moment at Mary's bedside, easily the happiest they have been in a long time. Happiness brings calm and fear, as Mary and Dirk confront past jealousy and the pain of longing, sealed by a quiet, desperate kiss. The scene ends with Dirk admitting he was a jealous fool and requesting silence.

Mary Dirk

Ensemble fashion pieces evolve from wardrobe to mixed outfits

New York fashion notes discuss how the ensemble now pairs dress and coat or dress and jacket able to be worn separately. colors range from raspberry purple to red, brown, beige, navy and blue, with straight lines and broad shoulders. A practical three quarters yard garment promises easy make and versatile wear.

New York The Athens Messenger

Madge Forces Ultimatum On Play Backer Veritzen

In a tense scene Madge quells Dicky by recounting her insistence to producer Philip Veritzen that she cannot begin work next Tuesday. He taunts her, she recalls her exact reply and his reaction shifts from rage to admiration as the duo plot their next move.

Icky Philip Veritzen Dicky Philip Vertizen Madge Mistah Bones

Play Talk and Quiet Schemes Among Friends

Adele Garrison recounts a witty exchange with Mr. Veritren and Dicky about a play, noting his pompous paternal pose and threats of ultimatums. The conversation shifts to plans in the city, while hints of deeper intrigue linger as characters await more details tomorrow.

Dicky

Tense discoveries strain loyalties on the ship

Bruce may own a pistol and a 38 stug is found in a hit as De Loma is suspected of theft. Bates reports a chloroform source from the captain and a doctor speeds toward Key West. Louise stands at the rail crying, torn between husband and lover as tensions rise aboard. To be continued.

Ambassadors House Bruce de Loma Bates Mary Hendricks Louise

Hoover Drafts His Annual Message in Quiet Work

President Hoover keeps a pocket note pad and inexpensive pencil for drafting his congressional address. For three weeks he has focused on composing the message, dictating paragraphs through a stenographer when guests are present, and placing these notes into a private file.

Washington Dee. Tur Hoover Congress Mr. Hoover

Leader's Burden Wears Yet Steady in Turbulent Time

The text portrays a tired but resolute leader who has spoken with many people and faced heavy demands. Despite fatigue from nonstop work, he remains buoyant in spirit, listens to late night thoughts, and continues to study documents and memos seeking solutions without showing fear for health.

Bouyagt

No New Enlistments in Fifth Corps Area

Redutch officers at Fort Hayes Columbus said no army enlistments were being made in the corps area except for honorably discharged soldiers applying within three months of discharge.

Columbus Fort Hayes Lumbus

Pomdité Grange presses 10 percent salary cut

The Pomdité Grange voted to demand a 10 percent salary reduction from all Allen County officials and employees. Master Joy Kuber said if officials refuse, the issue likely will be brought before the Ohio Legislature for action.

Dr Edward Olive Tablets Offer Relief From Constipation

Dr Edward with twenty years practice markets Olive Tablets as a safe non calomel laxative. The sugar coated olive colored tablets claim to ease constipation and torpid liver without griping. They promise a pleasant, natural action aiding bowels and liver and claim to cure bad breath and fatigue. Thousands use them nightly for regularity and health.

Edwardes Edwards Calomel Dr. Edwards

High Blood Pressure No Indication of Short Life

A public health note by ROYAL 8. COPELAND discusses high blood pressure. It explains normal adult ranges, differences by gender, and signs like facial redness are not reliable. It urges dietary regulation, fresh air, sleep, and stress reduction, noting many with hypertension live normal lives with precautions.

Acre Copeland

The Dilemma of Dishwashing Frequency

The article contrasts early clean habits with modern routines, noting the joys of constant cleaning versus the lure of washing fewer times. It discusses automatic disposal at counters, the need for fresh dishes, and how limited space and nerves influence handling of meals and dishes.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Henry Bates George Olster Enrique Mr. Jupi Captain Hendricks Paine S' Sparks Fort Jefferson Bird Key Key West Grase J. J. Jupiter Niford Twror Toone ORD Fifth Avenue Heart OF Wife Adele Garrison Mr. Veritzen Philip Vertigen Harry Mr. Underwood Royal 8. Copeland United States New York City Eleanor Ross
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