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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 06, 1924

Page

9

Red-eyed Vireo Tale Sparks Orchard Gossip

In an orchard Jenny Wren visits the new Red-eyed Vireo family noted for their red eyes and gray caps. Daddy Vireo teases about a local mystery as birds discuss eggs, a reward, and a looming announcement while Jenny Dash attempts to learn the truth.

Jenny Wren Mama Wil Robin Redbreast Mrs. Yellow Bird Daddy Vireo Addy Red-eyed Cood Nenny Wren Yellow Bird Virco Newspaper Feature Service, Inc

Wisdom of Wise Men Fragment on Virtue and Character

A string of aphorisms on honesty patience and self discipline. It comments that fortune vanity and sarcasm reveal truth while self control kindness and steady work define a good life. The piece ends noting lovers talk may be folly yet silence reveals wisdom.

The Runaway Car Through Hidden Paths

A shrewd driver guides a car through a hedge gap onto a bramble path then to a bayfront area. The narrator notes deliveries and mystery around Mrs Bird and a resourceful woman awaiting them as they reach Flushing and cross the Queensboro Bridge.

Mrs. Bird Madge

Advice to Girls by Annie Laurie

Readers submit questions about dating and conduct with young men. The column advises handling flirty advances with amiability, involving parents for guidance, and suggests offering friendship to a rejected suitor while emphasizing age and readiness for marriage.

How to Build Real Friendships Beyond Teen Dates

The columnist advises a teen to cultivate many true male friends rather than chasing constant dating thrills. She urges forming genuine connections based on shared interests and mutual understanding, noting that real friendship lasts beyond good times and pots of romance.

Annie Laurie Letters Welcome Inquiries From Readers

Annie Laurie invites young women to send letters on feminine topics and will respond in the column. Letters to Miss Laurie should be addressed to her care of this office.

Annie Laurie H.F Miss Laurie Ofice Copeland

Heroes of history Sir Samuel Baker and Lady Baker in Africa

A biographic sketch portrays Sir Samuel Baker and his wife Lady Baker as tireless anti slavery explorers in Africa. They led an Egyptian backed expedition up the Blue Nile, freed hundreds of slaves, and helped establish a line against slave trading while enduring disease mutiny and danger with steadfast partnership.

London Sir Samuel Walter Africa Sir Samuel Ceylon Egypt Blue Nile Lake Albert Nyanz Central Africa Sudan Lady Baker Lady Laker Samuel

Illiteracy and Odd Facts Across Nations

A collection of striking figures notes literacy rates in Germany France the United States and other regions. It cites tiny illiteracy in Switzerland and the Netherlands and higher rates in England Scotland and Wales. It mentions foreign birth as a factor in U S illiteracy and reports a 1922 British tally of women jurors. A Russian scientist claims rock salt is stronger than steel. A 98 foot whale weighing about 100 tons was spotted in Cristobal Panama two years ago.

Germany United States Switzerland Netherlands England Scotland Wales Cristobal Panama

Privacy and children in family life guidance

The article argues privacy is essential for mental growth and individuality. It urges giving children bedrooms by age eight, respecting their need for alone time, and not pressuring them with family intrusions or unapproved mail. It also notes the value of solitude for resolving behavior and fostering understanding.

Bobby Sally

The Parent Job During Adolescence

A physician emphasizes the crucial role of parents guiding teens from ages ten to sixteen. He warns against over ambition, urges open discussion of feelings and bodily health, and advocates removing a child from school if weight loss or health signs appear while maintaining doctor involvement.

Little Johnny Mary

Do Tonsil Problems Warrant Removal and Health Effects

A reader asks about white deposits on inflamed tonsils and sore throat. Expert replies diagnose diseased tonsils likely needing removal and warn about rheumatism and neuralgia from throat infections. Also mentions varicose veins or acid as possible causes and discusses treatment ideas.

Overblouses and kerchiefs shape fashion chatter

Diary of a fashion model notes designers busy with overblouses crepe de Chine and plain white silk variants. The designer highlights satin silk stitching and inset vesters, and models a jumper jacket from a Deauville kerchief as a novel, colorful accent.

Tomorrow's Horoscope by Genevieve Kemble

Friday March 7 forecast notes a quiet day with lunar and mutual aspects. Health and employment may face tension though writing and publishing look favorable. Birthdays may bring anxiety yet cheerful focus and optimistic training for a child are advised.

Genevieve Kemble Saturn

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