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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1934
Page
6
United Press reports fashion experts unveil a spring men’s collection built on the theme A story in every suit. New patterns include aero view and society scene with mirrored stripes and a stream line hat. Post Prohibition cocktail suit and contrasting coats appear as sports oddities.
A portrait of Julia Adelaide Bernard known as Mme Recamier who built a Paris salon admired by Benjamin Constant Bernadotte and Napoleon. Born in Lyons she shaped beauty into influence and wit though no witty lines survive. She declined Napoleon’s offer and died in 1849 of cholera with Davids Louvre portrait cited as iconic.
The text notes the subtle impact of color in 1904 wardrobes while predicting colored derbies as cars go colored. It stresses the growing importance of style in menswear, suggesting a stronger trendy mood than seen before.
Attendees including City Solicitor Samuel B. Erskine's brother Ellsworth Erskine were present at the Concord Church service on Route 50 east of Chillicothe. The Ohio University junior died at the Forsyth home Thursday. Funeral arrangements followed at the Concord Church with local relatives and friends in attendance.
Helen Welshimer argues wives and mothers are unselfish to a fault. The essay notes women smile at candy offers but decline a treat, urging practical selfishness and equal division of pleasures between spouses. It cites Welshimer’s background as a Canton Ohio writer and NEA Service contributor.
A clipped passage notes Mary Pickford’s view on motherhood and selflessness, suggesting some women may mistake unselfish behavior for lasting flavor or value. The text frames mothers as balancing personal sacrifice with lasting impact.
Glouster Aerie No. 468 hosts a dance at the Lam born Pavilion and Jacksonville Aerie No. 1034 sponsors a ball at the Eagle Building. Proceeds benefit the Warm Springs Foundation in Georgia to aid infantile paralysis victims. The events aim to bolster the foundation and help patients regain health.
Jacksonville January report states Charles Thom as Lodge J O O F installed officers with H E Jones of Glouster as installing officer. W J Golding and others assisted. Newly installed officers include David Kinder vice grand, Harold Phillips recording secretary, Alonzo Orme financial secretary, W C Hill treasurer, Ira Conway trustee, John Deal R S to N G, Fred Kempton L S to N G, Joe Watson warden, Ernest Grimm conductor, George Householder R S B, Lewis Swartz L S B, E A Johnson outer guard, John Deal inner guard, John Gillett chaplain, George Luther R S to V G, Roy Kasler L S to V G. A full installation followed by refreshments.
News from Glouster reports a sharp drop in downtown disturbances on Saturday nights as a new workhouse loomed. No arrests were made last Saturday and the city jail stood nearly empty Sunday morning.
Marshal Fred Heck appeared in public on Saturday in a regulation police uniform with cap. The outfit, ordered at the start of the year, had to be made up after the order was received.
Quote explores themes of pursuit and attraction as women advise on how men respond to chasing. It suggests avoidance can renew a man's interest and urges readers to consider strategies for maintaining appeal and agency in relationships.
The passage argues women should be kind loyal and understanding while suggesting Miss Pickford's school could teach them to order creamed onions instead of the male preference for cauliflower. It frames female obedience within domestic dining choices and social expectations.
Alicia Hart advises winter travelers to prepare beauty routines for warm climates. Pack sun tan lotion and cream for face neck and hands and plan darker cosmetics after tanning. Include hand lotion and aftercare for sunburn to protect the skin during beach exposure.
A Saturday rally at the Isaak Walton League opened the new year for 51 Girl Scouts. Troops formed in a horseshoe, sang Oh Beautiful Banner, and invested members in a busy day of activities including nature games, bake sales, and a camp lunch with angels on horseback and kabobs.
The Pallas Club met Saturday at 137 North Congress Street to hear two play reviews. Mrs. Robert Emmert discussed Another Language by Rose Frankan, and Miss Mary Connett reviewed Alien Corn by Sidney Howard. The next meeting marks the club's anniversary on February 10 at 28 North College Street.
Kimberly Earnest Hoskins represented Kimberly Local No 3906 at a United Mine Workers convention in Indiana polis. Recent guests included Mr and Mrs Frank Hook with their parents Mr and Mrs George Hook Nelsonville. Jens Linscott visited with friends over the weekend. Mrs Ida Barnhart had guests including Mrs Julia Foughty and Son and Mrs Emma Barnhart and daughter from Oak Grove. Eightieth birthday of Mrs John Dishong noted.
Gary Meyers of Cleveland will visit Athens next month for a meeting of the Athens County Child Health and Protective Committee but will not attend a parent-teacher meeting as previously stated.
Decorations for a birthday bar event are under way with American flags and blue ceiling accents. Mr Clifford Cornel is on the decoration committee with Mrs Julia Wadley and Catherine Figg assisting. Tickets are being distributed by Harry A Mettler as committee head for arrangements and the event’s funding.
Athens members of the P. Sisterwood were to attend a Foundery reception at the Faculty Club of State University. Attendees included Mr L Dicott Miss Lillian Barbour E Cooper Miss Esther Dunn T C McCracken Mrs Miss Mable Olson Mrs Wilson and Miss Edna Wray. Ohio State Winter events and the Ohio State Bar in Columbus were noted with various local participants.
Federal Board sets new liquor price schedules in Washington showing a 10 percent reduction from December levels. The rate applies to wholesale pints and quarts across bonded and blended whiskey categories as officials adjust to market conditions.
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