The Art of Reading Aloud by William Matthews
A discussion of reading aloud as a refined art, noting flaws like monotone and nasal tones, and stressing comprehension of meaning, natural delivery, proper articulation, and controlled emotion. It cites examples from Garrick to Thackeray, Virgil to Scott, and highlights Talma’s caution and the dangers of overemphasis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Talma
Christ
David Garrick
Hamlet
Sheridan
Johnson and Garrick
Roll of Honor names from public school pupils
Names of advanced pupils who were neither absent nor tardy in the last month list Harald Alien Robbie Carsey Paul Casley David Fetch Drewster Higley Willie Logan Peter Martin Arthur Sayre Carlos White Willard Clark Mary Angel Harriet Armitage Louise Balls Bernice Carty Frances Carr Aura Gibson Nora Hoover Marie Miller Alma Moore Hazel Seach Bessie Sloan Stella Clark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harald Alien
Robbie Carsey
Paul Casley
David Fetch
Drewster Higley
Willie Logan
Peter Martin
Arthur Sayre
Carlos White
Willard Clark
Mary Angel
Harriet Armitage
Louise Balls
Bernice Carty
Frances Carr
Aura Gibson
Nora Hoover
Marie Miller
Alma Moore
Hazel Seach
Bessie Sloan
Stella Clark
Frosty Attitude Masks Insecurity in Some People
A concise reflection notes that many who view themselves as superior may simply display a cold, frigid demeanor. The remark suggests insecurity under a composed exterior.
Vinol Endorsed In Town With Guarantee
A local merchant touts Vinol as not a secret preparation and backed by physician endorsements. He claims a strong town record of cures and offers a money back guarantee if not helped, asserting Vinol aids debility nervousness insomnia bronchitis lung troubles and irritable conditions in most cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinci
Benton
Christmas Tree Entertainment Planned for District
There will be a Christmas tree program in the school building on Christmas Eve, December 24, for the people of the district. A suitable program will be rendered and the Wise Men from the East will be featured for those who have not yet seen them.
Messiah Triumphs At University Auditorium
The Messiah performed Friday night at the university auditorium thrilled the audience and showcased James Prior McVey as director. Soloist Mrs. Lawson of Cincinnati drew applause after each number, with young tenor Ernest lauded, and the Ehrgotts praised for rich voices. The chorus, though not trained, impressed the crowd with flawless choruses, and Parkersburg professionals called it the best local chorus outside major cities. The college orchestra under Miss Jones delivered the introductory overtures with high praise, notable as the first strictly college ensemble seen by Athens residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Prior McVey
Lawson
Cincinnati
Ernest
Ehrgott
Parkersburg
Miss Jones
Nerve Pills Help Athens Man Says Relief Found
Walter Josten of Main Street Athens Ohio reports relief from nervousness dizziness and indigestion after using Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills from Henderson's Drug Store. He praises steadiness of nerves and fewer dizzy spells and good digestion. Pills sold at 5 cents a box with Dr A W Chase M D portrait and signature on every package.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Josten
Main Street
Athens
Ohio
A. W. Chase
Henderson's
Dr. A. W. Chase Medicine Co
Buffalo
N. Y
M. D
Hose Tower Question Referred To City Fire Committee
At the city council meeting the hose tower proposal was sent to the fire committee with authority to act. Fire Chief F. B. Roach joins the committee. The town has about fifteen hundred feet of hose costing one dollar per foot and storing it in the city hall basement damages it. A tower would allow quick drying and save money. An ordinance accepted the Roach-Higgins addition south of Race Street after earlier rejection due to cost. Several houses already stand there with more planned. after approving several hundred dollars in bills, the council adjourned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. 8. Roach
Roach-Higgins
Race Street
Green's August Flower inquiry and Shakespeare memorial plans
A newspaper notice asks readers who used Green's August Flower for indigestion and liver troubles to share results for a potential correspondence and free book. It promotes 25 cent and 75 cent bottles. Separately, arrangements begin for a Shakespeare memorial in Germany.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green
G. G. Green
Woodbury
N. J
Germany
Electric Bitters credited by Decatur woman for weight gain
Mrs. 8 H Newsom of Decatur Alabama credits Electric Bitters with curing three years of indigestion waterbrush stomach and bowel dyspepsia. She says she now eats heartily and has gained 35 pounds. The remedy targets indigestion loss of appetite stomach liver and kidney troubles selling for 50 cents at W H McKee's drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Newsom
Decatur
Ala
W . H.mckee
Post Office Ends Cryptic Marriages Policy
In a new directive the post office forbids clandestine marriages for staff. Women clerks who wed must notify the department. The rule aims to prevent conflicts of interest when spouses hold government offices jointly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ofice Department
Kodol Dyspepsia Cure Endorsed by Governor Atkinson
A testimonial touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as digesting all foods and toning the stomach. Governor G. W. Atkinson of West Virginia credits multiple bottles with relieving stomach ailments and recommends it to friends. Oline's Pharmacy markets the remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Atkinson
W. Va
Oline
One Minute Cough Cure Promises Rapid Relief
A weather warning notes a cold wave and invites cautious households to keep One Minute Cough Cure on hand. E H Wise of Madison Ga praises the remedy, claiming it saved his health and perhaps his life. The ad claims cures for coughs colds la grippe bronchitis pneumonia and throat and lung troubles. Cline's Pharmacy sells it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Wise
Madison
Cline
Thames Pedestrian Tunnel Opens To Public In London
A new tube under the Thames has just been completed for foot passengers. The tunnel measures 11 feet in diameter and 1,217 feet in length with the roof 13 feet beneath the river bed. Electric elevators and a spiral iron railway at each end provide access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thames
California in a beautifully printed Chicago & North-Western book
An illustrated prospectus touts California with full descriptions of its commercial land travel advantages and outdoor life under a favorable coast climate. It highlights a trip to the state and invites readers to inquire at W. Kuiskern's office in Chicago for passenger traffic details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago & North-Western
W. Kuiskern
Fifth Avenue
Chicago
Golf Drives Sales of Perry Davis Painkiller Nationwide
An uptick in Painkiller sales from golf districts suggests growing popularity. Perry Davis' Painkiller is presented as the oldest and best remedy for sprains strains bruises and soreness common in vigorous play or accidents and widely used as a standard liniment and balm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Davis
Main Traveled Through the West Passenger Service
An old advertisement promotes Purlington's passenger service to Denver Kansas City St Omaha St Pavel Minneapolis and other western routes. It invites inquiries for trip ideas and offers free publications upon request from Wm Shaw and Wakeley D P A at 4 Vine St Cincinnati Obie St Louis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Purlington
Denver
Kansas City
St. Omaha
St. Pavel
Minneapolis
Northwest
Tee Apes Oresault
Shaw, IL
Wakeley D. P. A
Vine St. Gen
Pass
Cinccionati
Obie
St. Louis
Homeseekers Excursions Offered by Ohio Central Lines
Agents of the Ohio Central Lines announce Homeseekers Round Excursion Tickets at special low rates available on the first third Tuesdays at various points in the North and West. Fall parts may be obtained by applying to line agents in Pendine Detroit Toledo Findlay Columbus Charleston or others listed with names and titles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
Rocky Mountains
Ohio Central Lines
West
Ohio
Pendine
L. P. Lewis
Detroit
Mich
D. J
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Philip van Artevelde
Doctor Whewell
Bacon
Raphael
de Quincey
Goldsmith
Thompson
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Doctor Brown Johnson
Mrs. Siddons
Virgil
Racine
Poilean
Doctor Wolcott
Sir Walter Scott Ae
Henry Tayor
Tennyson
Nai Lee
Colly Cibber
Pierce
Woolsey
Prince William Co
Vasell
Common Sense
Roll of Honor
W.H. McKee
the Messiah
M. M. Austin
Winchester
Ind
Dr. King
W. H. McKee
Belmont
Graspan
Modder River
Pisso
Walter
Vetter
E. C. DeWirt & Co
Chic
Roth Ana Mda
Standard OM CO. Rzrection
Onncarces
Jackson Business College
Jackson
California
Great Lakes
South End
ONO Central Lines
TOL Cso
Findtey
Renton
Buevrus
Cemterburg
Ranville
Newark
Columbus
Toledo
ST. Maaus
Marietta
Middleport
Gallipolis
Charleston
West Va
Ohio Central
Eto
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South
Berry
J. W. Herron
Agt
Western
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Scenic Colorado
Salt Lake City
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