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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1934
Page
9
An analysis of the old maid stereotype argues that unmarried women may face pity yet often gain freedom and resources. It contrasts past social pressures with modern choices, noting shifts in expectations, independence, and life satisfaction for women. The piece mentions societal views, marriage norms, and the role of women in work and family.
The notice promotes Anne Adams pattern 2087 for dresses with pockets and a scalloped yoke in sizes 6 8 10 12 and 14 priced 15 cents with book offer. Also Logan Student Council hosts an 8 PM Knights of Pythias Hall football frolic with Mike Logan orchestra inviting high school students and faculty.
Mary Ruse offers festive centerpieces and table settings using holly sprays, candles, and white accents with green leaves and red ribbons. The piece includes straightforward holiday recipes such as a no cook plum pudding with gage, a walnut cookie, and stuffed tomatoes with devilled ham for four servings.
New Straitsville scene includes Auker Mohler couples attending services and Katheryn Lantz leading Junior League. Henry Lemon and Lydia Beery visit Mrs. Fred Blankenship. Mrs. Hite had tonsil operation. Lizzie Romer ill. William Chappelear Jr recovers at sister’s home after hospital amputation recovery.
Harrisonville prepares for a Friday night game against Chester after recent wins by both sides. Eleanor Gilkey misses the girls contest due to illness. Local staff and students note personnel changes and seek open dates for Christmas games with E. V. Springer and Howard Knight handling inquiries.
Eva Ivers stayed Saturday night and Sunday with H. C. Weaver. Also visiting were Mrs. Harry Davis and daughter Nina, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Williams and son Nolan of Hemlock. Mary Post visited her mother Jane Henry of Oak Ridge on Thursday.
The railroad announced an order for 100 steel hopper cars from Pressed Steel Car Company at an estimated 2500 each. The move comes as part of capacity upgrades and fleet modernization.
Lillian plots a staged late night scene to distract Sam Brixton and keep the hidden box safe while hinting Ronald escaped death. she and Helena maneuver to separate spouses for the night as they plan the box opening and expose Brixton’s gangsters tomorrow.
Pattern 851 offers a simple six strand cotton embroidery project that produces pictures resembling etchings. Two pictures sized 6 3 4 by 9 inches come with transfer pattern, instructions, stitch illustrations, framing tips, and material needs. Send 10 cents to The Athens Messenger Needlecraft Dept. in New York.
A fill in puzzle asking who was the ex empress in the picture and detailing clues across horizontal and vertical entries. The grid includes references to empress lineage, governance terms, and various cryptic definitions like grease, liver pertaining terms, and ancient coin names.
In Harrisonville on December 14 the high school Industrial education class led by Homer Blackwood reports gradual progress. Sixteen students attend seven to ten oclock, studying woodwork and cabinet making with a FERA grant enabling community access. Reba Due is absent from school due to illness. Nearby oil and gas activity continues with a dry hole drilled on Byron Saxon property but plans call for continued local exploration. Christmas entertainments are planned for Doynington and Irwin Creek Schools with Yuletide exercises the Friday before dismissals.
The text predicts a busy year with advance from superiors, gains in real estate and labor, and favorable recognition from elders. It warns of secret hostilities and fraud while noting flourishing contracts in writings and promotion. A birthday child is pictured as industrious and career driven.
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