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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1931

Page

7

Don’t Be Foolish About Wearing Glasses

In a 1931 Athens Messenger magazine feature Royal S Copeland argues pride drives people to shun glasses. He notes many under twenty five and over fifty need vision aids for distant sight and praises modern frames that enhance appearance while correcting eye strain.

Eye strain and scalp care advice from reader Q&A

Reader questions seek medical guidance on red eyelids hair loss dandruff and scalp dryness. Eye strain or infection suspected after ophthalmic exam. Tape worm infection noted as causing thinness. Blue hands on warm days may reflect poor circulation. Neuritis could cause shoulder pain.

Brixton House Party Plot Involving Marion and Charles Owen

Mary quotes Kipling as a decoy scheme targets Marion. Charles Owen, half-brother of Samuel Brixton, presses Marion toward marriage while Ronald and Mary scheme to uncover a hidden crime and secure Marion’s lock box. Harry Underwood supports Marion’s attendance with conditions.

Charles Owen Mary Kipling Marion Brixton House Samuel Brixton Lillian Harry Underwood Ronald Owen Marian Brixton Pennyworth

Reconciliation Talk and Wedding Plans Staged

In a village scene, Adele Garrison notes plans surrounding Marion’s mother’s illness and a potential journey with Mr Underwood. Mary jokes about a future father in law while worrying about an inspection by Ponderous Phil and the drummer’s tale. The chapter ends with wedding tensions and a tease of Artress Avis’s recent appearances.

Katie Phil Mary Noel Artress Avis

Stars Say For Wednesday November 4 1925 Prosperity Through Power Contacts

The column notes strong planetary aspects for profit and progress via ties to those in authority. Expect lively year for those born on this day with advancement and prestige, yet watch for anxieties and extravagance. Will Rogers cited as a notable nativity. a pleasant and lively day overall.

Will Rogers

Navy drills aerial game as Buckeyes loom

Annapolis November 3 Navy coach Rip Miller says the midshipmen's superior speed will aid bypass plays against Ohio State this Saturday. All players except Joe Tschirgi, who suffered severe bruises Saturday, took part in scrimmage yesterday.

Annapolis U.R Rip Miller Navy Ohio State Joe Tschirgi

Don’t Get Up Nights Crowd Trial Ad Claims Cure

An old advertorial promotes a 25 cent remedy named BU KETS with buchu juniper oil and similar ingredients for bladder irritation and nocturnal urination. It claims to cleanse the bladder, reduce acids, and restore sleep within four days, offering money-back if relief is not found.

Cline Pharmacy

Enchanting stockings and gowns tease winter fashion

The article muses on stockings with dropped stitches forming vertical stripes to flatter legs and disguise flaws, notes clocked hose for slimming effects, and describes gunmetal stockings with a garter runs prevention. It then highlights Mirande frocks with fur accents, peplum details, and a chic brown suede bag and shoe ensemble, ending with a promising, easy to make nightgown and a call to request the care leaflet from The Athens Messenger.

The Athens Messenger

The Vendor and Her Grapes

Winifred Black recalls Concord grapes once common in the United States and imagines their absence in Chicago and other places. She contrasts lush California and faded, sour local grapes with a reflective meditation on aging, longing, and lost sunshine.

United States New York Chicago California Loncord

U. S. Deficit Rises to New High as Year Advances

The treasury deficit reached 661 million with only a third of the fiscal year gone. If trends continue, the deficit may near two billion dollars when books close next July. Last year’s deficit stood at 905 million. Secretary Mellon contemplates a tax revision program to be submitted to President Hoover.

Washington U.P Treasury Whia Mellon Hoover

Oil blaze from Imperial pipeline leak near Whitehouse

Thousands of gallons of oil erupted in flames Monday after seeping from a leak in the Imperial Oil Company pipeline near Whitehouse. The leak released about 200 gallons per minute, triggering a large fire.

Whitehouse Here Imperial Oil Company

Ohio Wesleyan Elects Nine to Phi Beta Kappa

Delaware report notes six male students and three female students from Ohio Wesleyan University elected to Phi Beta Kappa, the national honor scholastic fraternity, announced today.

Delaware Phi Beta Kappa Ohio Wesleyan University

Delivery lessons from the shopper and shopkeeper

A store manager notes frequent delivery delays when customers are absent to receive parcels. Shoppers demand reliable timing while deliveries also incur costs. Proposes mechanisms like neighbor handoffs and small home receiving setups to improve prompt, cooperative delivery.

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