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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1926

Page

6

Judge Sabath's 3 Rules to Reduce Divorce

Chicago jurist Judge Sabath, famed for handling more divorce petitions than any other American judge, studied overseas and returns with three cautions. He urges marrying no younger than 25, engaging at least six weeks before marriage, and seeking impartial arbitration before filing for divorce. He notes social patterns abroad and questions the practicality of rigid rules in modern life.

Udge Sabath Chicago Judge Sabath America Germany Italy Switzerland

French Designers Use Heavens as Theme for Spring Fabrics

French designers explore cloud imagery in new Spring garments. Examples include a frock with defined clouds, a soft sky coat with blended grays, a blue and silver gown, and a gray woolen ensemble with silver stitching. Evening gowns and wraps feature chiffon cloud effects, including a black taft silver shaded gown and a midnight blue wrap with chinchilla collar.

Spring Fashions Parade Left Fifth Avenue

Notice snippets celebrate JUTTONS of various sizes and trimming on new Spring frocks. Scarves in lavender and pink, red bags to match outfits. Accessories include smart hats and matching shoes.

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Changes in Silver Fashions for the Home Table

The article notes shifts in silver tableware use, outlining modern pieces and setups. It covers service plates, dining flatware, napkin habits, and decorative items like silver trays and jam pots. It also describes silver topped condiment vessels and the move away from old sideboard ornaments toward practical displays.

How Can a Good Girl Get a Beau in the City

An anonymous piece from 1926 asks how single women newly in the city can find male companionship. It presents Jane’s loneliness after moving from a small town, notes the scarcity of single men in offices and social circles, and invites readers to share methods, betting on luck or savvy social tactics.

Pestapere Rune Jane Premier Syndicate, Inc

Advice to Girls by Annie Laurie

A teen boy asks why a girl rejected a movie date and how to win her back. The advisor suggests the girl is not interested, and recommends the boy move on, meet other friends, and develop new interests to forget her.

Annie Laurie E. J Mr. J

Tea party debate over serving hot tea in cups or glasses

J F argues iced tea should be served in glasses while all hot beverages belong in cups. The exchange clarifies proper service for different tea types.

J.F. F

Letters to Miss Laurie Open to Young Women Readers

Anne Laurie will welcome letters of inquiry on feminine topics from young women readers and will reply through her column. Letters should be addressed to her in care of this office.

Anne Laurie Columans Miss Laurie

Three-Minute Journeys: Golden teeth in China impress locals

Temple Manning describes Chungkung Western China where gold teeth and even diamond replacements are a status symbol. In a rock town at the Yangtze and Kialing junction, wealthier residents seek elaborate dental adornments from traveling artisans, parading their new smiles.

China Chungkung Tibet Yangtze Kialing

Odd and Interesting Facts Highlight Historical Tidbits

A quirky collection notes the power of a railway engine equaling about 900 horses, the ancient craft of flint knapping with unchanged tools, and ball pythons in South Africa as timid creatures. It mentions legal import of fine feathers worth up to 1000 dollars and feudal duties to provide a knight per 529 acres.

South Africa England

Why Children Often Need Much Food

Dr Roy W Copeland argues children require ample nutrition beyond adults due to skin surface area growth and rapid activity. He notes a 16 year old boy may need food like a vigorous worker and emphasizes frequent, wholesome meals to support development and bone and muscle growth.

London Mottramim Bedford College Jimmie

Quicksands of Love reveals Marys hidden troubles

The scene centers on Adele Garrison in a drama of family secrets as Dr. Edwin Braithwaite relays Harriet’s urgent messages about Mary. A promised plan to keep Mary with the narrator unfolds, backed by Braithwaite’s willingness to fund it. Copyright 1926.

Anny Madge Edwin Braithwaite Harriet Edwin Mary Mary Harrison Newspaper Feature Service, Inc

Tomorrow's Horoscope on Employment and Public Trust

The reading warns those in jobs or public roles of possible routine days with risks to posts if they invite criticism. Minor business or writing losses may occur. Those born on this day face routine years unless in public trust. beware of writings and checks. A child born today may suit self employment but may clash with superiors.

Good-Night Stories: David's Wished Adventure in Maracaibo

David and the elf Go comeback visit a floating village in Maracaibo Venezuela marked by tented houses on stilts. Children there fish through floor cracks using lines and white rags, while David catches fish then returns home believing it a dream.

Maracaibo Venezuela Comeback David North America Mama Daddy Ivo

Words of Wise Men and Maxims on Virtue and Society

A collection of aphorisms and quotations on enthusiasm judgment dignity and social equity. The sayings cover moderation merit and contribution with references to Homer Warburton Seneca Henry George Syrus and Smith.

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