Hopeful Henrietta contrasts in country home tale
A reader and others debate the future of Hester and George who buy a country house. A Thoughtful Father argues the couple may fail, while Another Hester foresees gradual family happiness amid mishaps, illness, and shared domestic life. Copyright 1951 by [source].
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hester
George
Henrietta
Winifred Black
Gorge
Cee
Ester
Gerty
George, Jr
George, Sr
Betty
Ife
Fashionable men’s shoes of 1931 highlighted by Amos Parrish
Amos Parrish surveys footwear trends for men in 1931 noting daily walking distances and stressing fit and appearance. He highlights black calf with a straight toe, heavier Scotch grain options, blucher styles, wing tips, plain soft toes, and plain-toed patent dress shoes as key trends, with brown tones declining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Practical Pattern for Little Girls Pajamas and Accessories
The Athens Messenger presents Pattern 2044 for cozy girls pajamas modeled on a grown-up blouse with optional sleeves and belt ideas. Includes transfers like Pattern 704 bunny and dog. sizes 4 6 8 10 12. requires 2 1/2 yards fabric for size 4. Send 15 cents per pattern to The Athens Messenger Pattern Department.
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Athens Messenger Pattern Department
West 17Th Street
New York City
Stars Say Horoscope for Tuesday January 20
Genevieve Kemble notes a day with adverse astral states except for employed people who may receive notices or favors from authorities. Treachery and fraud loom, so stay alert and guard funds. Birthday individuals in service may gain recognition while those outside work face potential undermining in new ventures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genevieve Kemble
Police Fight Hurts Officers in San Francisco Clash
In San Francisco on January 19 two police officers were injured during a clash between 560 unemployed men and police reserves. Seven alleged communists were arrested amid the unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
U.P
Arrival of the Ticer Family at the Farmhouse Surprise
The Ticer family signals a planned surprise at the farmhouse. Jerry and Sam boast horse trading pasts while family guests, including Katherine with the infant, greet relatives and settle into the visit with warmth and humor.
A New Baby Sparks Family Banter and Hushed Drama
In a lively club of relatives and neighbors, admiration for a newborn stirs playful quips. Katherine declares enough and returns the infant, while Roderick, Junior, and Harry Underwood spark chatter about a surprise and the family’s efforts to celebrate the addition.
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Katherine
Roderick
Junior
No Decorum Possible At Jerry Ticer's Horse Show
The narrator recalls two boys briefly ignoring decorum as they rush to perch on Jerry Ticer a tall young host. Jerry beams at their antics and introduces another horse to show the youngsters. The scene captures a playful rural moment centered on Jerry and the boys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Junior
Jerry Ticer
Jerry
Good-Night Stories Wide World Run Into Worldly Adventure
A cast of toys and a shadow figures chase a six-legged skink belonging to King Fat-Wat across the land beyond a wall. They seek a way into a hut marked Nobody Homes, debating signs and entry through a keyhole or window as the tin soldier races to recover the skink. Tomorrow promises a way in.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dale
Mil
Fler
Hank
Yam
Knarf
Mr. Panch
Misa Doll
Roly- Poly
Jack-in-the
Fat-Wat
Miss Doll
Karf
Mr. Punch
Jack-in-the Ox
Roly-Poly
Hanid
Fior
Peature Service
Nelsonville Boy Scouts Report Through 1980s Activities
Nelsonville scouts celebrate a long record of service with daily good turns and duty, recounting 1930 to 1981 activities. Leader changes include Scoutmaster W D Mender and Lewis V Powell. members listed with new recruits. Highlights feature a six day camp at Old Man's Cave, a summer baseball team, winter basketball, outdoor meets, and a Home Coming stand on the Square.
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W. DD. Mender
Nelsonville Boy Scouts
Friends of Scouting
Lewis V. Powell
John Barrows
Ralph Barber
Austin Coepe
Charles Barrows
Ken Coepe
Floyd Denny
Fionard Donley
Earl Haas
Mark Herrold
John Hutchison
John Huddy
Georg Lash
Dix Powell
Bob Patton
Joe Spray
Earl Zuber
Joe Pedigo
Paul Wolfe
Don Smith
Gene Young
Bob White
Pat White
Jack Rittemyer
Melvin Losey
baskeb@il
Old Man's Cave
Leonard Powell
John
Measles Dangers Urged for Children by Dr Copeland
Dr Copeland warns against lax parental attitudes toward measles citing its severe danger to infants and young children. He outlines symptoms from cold to rash, notes high contagion, and urges early isolation, school exclusion for exposed children, and public cooperation to prevent outbreaks.
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Copeland
Johnny
Sleter
Health Q and A on breathing and hydration
Answers discuss links between nasal breathing and heart function noting oxygen effects on the body. Advice stresses consulting a physician for nasal issues and normal hydration, with a conclusion that drinking excess water is unlikely to harm nerves or arteries and is generally beneficial.
Nelsonville Scouts Report Battles for 1931 Records
The Nelsonville Scouters Council reports Troop 51 and Troop 46 registered Scouts for 1931 under Scoutmasters K W McCall and W D Mender. Activities included hikes, a six day Old Man's Cave camp, traffic duty during Old Home Week, and merit progress culminating in Court of Awards aims. A new troop HQ plan repurposes former Troop 45 space for centralized records and operations.
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F. W. McCall
Nelsonville Scouters’ Council
Troop 45
Nelsonville Scouts
J. R. Smith
Leonard Powell
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Geore
Wintfred Black
Ned
Amos Parrish
York
Wall Street
Viain
Athens
Anne Adams
NEA Service
Ing
George Clark
Heart of
Wife
Adele Garrison
Ticer
Ticers
Katie
Sam Ticer
Dicky
Jack Sprat
Granzie
Harry Underwood
Dora
Lillian
Mr. Underwood
H. Underwood
Esquire
Madge
Berrice Tne
Mise Doll
Nelsonville
Royal
United States
Sena
Ireland, M. D
New York
Faith
Newark City
M. Hoch
Mender
American Legion
Aegistant
Lisle Dalton
Eugene MetConaha
Francia Koutt
Bennie Sterling
John Steenrod
Scouta
Cedar Falls
Ash Cave
Nelisonville
George Butts
Earl Ellinger
Carl Ellinger
James Hitchings
Melford McLaughlin
Herbert Woody
Paul Galvin
Warren Badger
Judson Morrison
Joe Pritchard
William Reed
Elwood McCleary
Rex Dilcher
Paul Courtney
Joe Galvin
Jack Kerr
Mose Posser
Ray Swyer
Jack Auflick
Harold Springer
Billy Weltzheimer
Don Martin
James Sterling
George Ridenour
Robert Riley
James Barron
James Barrows
Tom Auflick
Sam Hawks
Gene Connors
Robert Figley
Troop 46
W. D. Mender
L. &. Dalton
Franca Kouril
Jack Aul
Robert Pigley
Court of Honor
Scoutcraft
Nelsonville Scouters
Councihl
Baltimore
Maryland
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