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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1936
Page
6
Dorothy Dix argues men must deny luxuries and debt to keep families afloat after a breadwinner dies. She warns against indulgent living that leaves widows and orphans penniless, urging prudent budgeting and savings. The piece contrasts lavish pasts with harsh futures and calls for responsible stewardship to protect dependents.
Alfred Wilson Follrod of Huntington spent a few days here with his father Will Follrod. Grangers served oysters to members and their families Friday night. Several local persons attended a basketball game at Belpre between Tuppers Plains and Belpre Saturday. Mrs la Knight spent Monday with Mrs. Ruth Dixon in Pomeroy. Mrs. Dave Russell is ill of flu. Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Shumway visited Sullivan Shumway at Flora Sunday. Mr. Shumway suffered a stroke two weeks ago and is improving. Charles Burke spent Monday in Pomeroy. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Weaver of Reno were guests Thursday of Mr. and Mrs. Vai Swartz.
Gift ideas for Christmas include powder foundations, lip colors, rouge, eyeshadows and nail lacquer in color coordinated boxes. Delux sets pair three nail polishes with remover and bath items. streamer baskets offer bath powder, soaps and cologne with matching scents. Horoscope soap and monogrammed cakes add personalized touches for families.
Lima Locomotive Works announces an order for 14 streamlined oil burning passenger locomotives from Southern Pacific Railroad. The contract marks the second largest in three weeks, bringing total unit orders for the year to 87.
In Butte Montana Lester A. Wiles on trial for violating internal revenue laws told the court he saw pink elephants as he was about to enter his car. It was revealed the pink elephants were federal agents who arrested him.
Very happy and auspicious lunar aspects favor business and finance with caution against petty deceptions. A secret matter may come to light with profitable results. Focus on social artistic domestic and affectionate engagements and possible journeys. A child born today may be energetic versatile and ambitious.
In a staged gathering Allen Drake and Lillian coordinate roles to mask the sick chief. Dicky shows restraint as plans to safeguard the chief advance while Harry and Dr. Underwood prepare a chase for elusive foes. (Continued tomorrow)
Dr Fred T Reiss told the Massachusetts Chiropody Association that children should play barefoot on soft ground during the formative years. He warned that hard floors and pavements lead to foot troubles later and that no foot appliance can replace outdoor barefoot play on yielding surfaces.
Two Pasadena youths who smashed electric light bulbs in the Rose Bowl tunnel were sentenced to two years of exile from the venue. The judge ruled they may not witness a game inside the bowl for that period.
A dense listing of Wednesday and Thursday radio programs from WLW and CBS including The Smoothies, One Man's Family, Fred Allen, Showboat, Rudy Vallee, Moon River segments, and School of the Air. The guide names performers, times, and station tone for the nightly lineup across programs and variety acts.
A crossword style puzzle lists horizontal and vertical clues for farm animals and related terms. Answers include hog, whale, ox, cat, and other common words with definitions hinted by short prompts.
The Legion of Terror stars Bruce Cabot Marguerite Churchill and Crawford Weaver in a Columbia feature at the Ohio Theatre. Two Postal Inspectors pursue a time bomb sender linked to a hooded organization terrorizing an American city. The plot follows a brave young man and his sister facing threats as the Inspectors close in, with a dramatic finale.
Enforcement agents of the State Conservation Division made 602 arrests in November, securing convictions in all but three cases.
In Boston a mongrel bull dog named Sandy owned by Ralph Godfrey of Dorchester celebrated his 13th birthday by receiving 13 boxes of dog biscuits from neighborhood children.
A holiday guide to festive cheer with limited funds. The author urges realistic spending, enlisting children in making gifts, choosing color and merriment over debt, and sharing with others. Emphasis on planning, early shopping, and keeping spirits high for a joyful Christmas.
Bradbury Bible School attendance on December 13 reached 84 in Bradbury and 75 in Bradford. A Christmas program will be held at the church on Wednesday evening December 23. Reverend Perkins led the regular service after Bible School. Local movements include Cecil Hoffmans relocating to the Hysell property and Andy Hagars moving to the Russell property. Other items note Phode Lumber Co. work in Middleport and several family visits and gatherings during the holidays.
The three year old son of Richard Jacks died after diphtheria a day after being admitted to Gallipolis hospital where a throat tube was inserted. Burial followed in Mills Cemetery. Local families, including the Graps and Morrises, traveled to Columbus for visits as kin recover and attend services.
Prairie dog populations in Box Butte County were reduced through a poison extermination drive that wiped out chatter and protected 9,000 acres of range. Farmers stand to save about $2,200 annually from the effort.
A barn on the Felix Brown farm in Wooster burned Monday night of undetermined origin. Twenty five dairy cows and five horses perished in the blaze.
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