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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1929

Page

8

Avoid Display of Temper in Hot Weather

Dr. Copeland discusses heat stress and its impact on temper and health. He notes that hot weather strains nerves, boosts risk of mental explosions, and that calm conduct aids digestion and wellbeing. The column includes reader questions on weight, illness, and general health advice.

Copeland Swanson Senator Swanson Virginia

Books Birds and Flowers by Marie Marot

A homey room described with sunlit charm as shelves banners and a cheery canary brighten a space. The built in desk, yellow green frame, rose walls, and colorful curtains create artistic grace and a cheerful atmosphere. Sheraton chairs add a note of distinction inviting reflection and brightness.

Sheraton

A Fashion Model's Diary Notes from Grace Thorncliffe

A letter from Gracie Thorncliffe recounts family life in the city. She describes a mother’s visit, siblings Helene Peggy Dorothy and a bookstore friendship with Madame shop, and hints at fashion plans including a rose chiffon velvet wrap as a gift suggestion for the recipient.

Earlis Helene Dad Peggy Dorothy Mother Madame

Perseus Wins Andromeda With Winged Shoes And Gorgons Head

Perseus arrives in Ethiopia to rescue Andromeda chained to a rock as a sea monster threatens Cepheus and Cassiopeia. He defeats the monster and marries Andromeda after a second confrontation with Phineus, using the Gorgon’s head to turn attackers to stone.

Perseus Mercury Gorgon Andromeda Elsie Clevan Jung Medusa Ethiopia Cepheus Cassiopeia Jove Phineus

Britain Becomes Kindest Nation Says News Summary

The article notes police court prosecutions against parents fell by half since 1919 and animal cruelty cases declined by over one third. It cites spiked spurs and bearing reins fading, with land set aside as sanctuaries for wildlife, and reports Lt Cmdr M C Despard hired by Finland to organize its navy.

Britain

Home-Making Helps By Eleanor Ross

Ylvia has given her husband a birthday present to cut down profanity in the home. It is a large tool case with high-grade carpentry and odd-job equipment. Sylvia says every time I asked Jerry to put away a tool, a quarrel followed. The gift promises smoother projects and fewer heated moments.

Ylvia Sylvia Jerry

Modern Homemaking Tools and Tips in One Piece

A chatty guide urges using cream on new black kid gloves to prevent dye transfer and gloss them. It advises soaking cold water to soften old starch, greasing pans to stop milk boil overs, and greasing enamelware to protect coatings. The piece argues men and women both benefit from proper tools and instruction for house chores and repairs.

Stars Say for Thursday July 25 Predictions

The reading notes planetary friction may hinder progress with possible gains after changes or removals. Caution urged to guard against financial losses and personal conflicts. A birthday note warns of opposition but hints at new opportunities through travel or relocation.

Edwin Markham

Man from the Tropics Chooses Reluctant Return to Jungle Life

A colorful vignette describes a man from the tropics who rejects civilization and romance as he returns to a five hundred acre atoll with five brown natives and two white companions. He dislikes radios and talkies, refuses cars, and prefers walking, swimming, and life among palms and gardens in his own village.

Tropics

Advice to Girls By Annie Laurie

A 1929 feature presents letters from young women. An advice columnist urges breakups only when engaged, counsels bashful teens to be friendly, and warns against overreaching romantic schemes. The humorous asides mention a man from the tropics and a sea voyage fantasy.

Annie Laurie Peggy Lou Lou

Princess Olina Reveals Family Pact and Hidden Loyal Prince

In a Private Personal column, Olina shares a torn note from Maman asking for Toto and home, while the narrator weighs Georges loyalty against a looming conspiracy. The exchange hints at danger around Prince Georges and a potential betrothal clash with Mary.

Olina Maman Lene Cherie Toto Georges Madge Mary Dicky Noel Prince Georges Servic

Knarf's Elephant Flop at Dream Circus

A playful vignette where Knarf undoes his own circus by attempting an elephant on its head. The shadow-children hunt dust specks for tickets while the fake menagerie collapses when the elephant slips, leaving the scam in a comic wreck and a house full of spectators.

Knarf Circus Mij Flor Hanid Yam Mil Inda Knurf

Words of the Wise and Fragments on Thought

A compilation of aphorisms and quotes from Shakespeare Carlyle Morey Wordsworth La Rochefoucauld Swift and others. It contrasts themes of thought simplicity method and order with observations on love glory and human character. The piece presents maxims and brief reflections without a single narrative thread.

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Royal S. Copeland M. D United States New York New York City M. L M.S. Q Newspaper Feature Service, Inc DR. Copeland By Marie Marot Grace Thorncliffe Gracie M. C. Despard Ministry of Defense Eleanor Ross The Stars Genevieve Kemble Winifred Black Man Wilkin Ain Countree Love’s Awakening Adele Garrison Princess Olina Mr. Underwood By Max Trell Words of Franklin Carlyle Wordsworth Morey Devil Swift Abelais
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