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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1923
Page
7
A cheerful tale where David meets Squeedee the elfin and Mr Heron by the river. The heron shares a trick to fish from still water using shade and patience, and David proves the method by catching many fish with stilts.
In an early morning scene, the narrator helps Miss Claire Foster prepare for departure as guests mingle with Don Ramon Almirez and Harry Underwood. A tense moment hints at Pettit’s sudden arrival after a plan to write a note for Dr. Pettit is abandoned.
The article urges careful gas stove use to conserve fuel. Do not ignite until ready, prepare all ingredients first, and plan meals to cook many items on one flame. Use triangular stewpans and multi-section pots, preheat times, and keep the stove clean.
The poem reflects on the Sphinx like riddle of existence, comparing ancient symbol to a woman's guarded smile. A wooing man endures love’s delay, pondering an answer, hoping for a decisive no rather than the torment of indecision.
Winifred Black muses on the burden of celebrity offspring and the desire for humble luck. She imagines a fairy godmother gifting plain happiness and health to ordinary families, while noting the glare faced by famous descendants.
A 19 year old woman asks if her love is an engagement while he presses secrecy and her suitor asks her mother's consent. A 17 year old asks whether to marry the first suitor or wait for a cousin who would delay for education. Both readers seek guidance on engagement, consent, and proper timing.
A young man ages 149 writes about a long correspondence with a girl who promised to write after noon but never did. He asks how to regain her friendship and whether to call again. Annie Laurie advises forgetting her and notes she will answer letters on feminine topics.
A medical piece explains the eye tear drainage system and why persistent tearing signals an obstruction. It details causes such as foreign bodies chronic conjunctivitis nasal congestion and eyestrain and urges seeing an oculist to identify and treat the fault.
A reader questions how to handle clothing of a deceased tuberculosis patient and methods to help a boy study. Other inquiries cover eye health, makeup, hair growth, weight for height, chicken breast, pores, joint cracking, knee lump, and drying synovial fluid. Dr Copeland offers brief guidance and invites self addressed stamped envelopes for private replies.
Lucrezia Bori counsels women on stopping nail biting to protect beauty and health. She urges commitment, explains harm to charm, and suggests tincture of aloes as a deterrent, noting biting shortens nails and dulls fingertip sensation.
Tomorrow's reading predicts lively, prosperous conditions from favorable planetary aspects. Jupiter Venus Mercury and Neptune align to boost commerce, profession, arts, and social life with happiness. It suggests signing contracts or writing and warns against bitter speech. A birthday year brings pleasant prospects.
Vera Winston guides a slim figure to style with a serge dress featuring a long black satin inset and blue satin sleeves. The frock emphasizes simple, easy-to-copy trimming and versatile color choices for a neat, flattering look.
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