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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1930
Page
7
The article stresses feet as the body’s main locomotion parts and urges annual foot examinations by orthopedists, podiatrists, or trained chiropodists. It notes that 60 percent of adolescent girls show foot defects and urges proper footwear from early life to prevent health and happiness decline.
A reader asks about coins and a 15 year old girl’s weight. The reply says to send a self addressed stamped envelope for full details and the recommended weight is about 115 pounds. A second reader asks about body itching with causes including constipation auto intoxication and overeating and also should seek full details by mail.
Astrological reading predicts an adventurous day with lunar influences bringing radical shifts in business and environment. Birthdays near this window may see a year of upheaval in work and relationships, with opportunities to renew contracts and launch new projects. A child born now may show brilliance and high achievement.
The Amesville Music and Study Club opened the year at Mrs. F. L. Thomas home with talks on interior decoration and furniture. Members and guests, including Mrs. Caroline Springer and the Wells family, gathered for the Monday meeting and social events.
Rutland residents welcomed a large group of Newark families for a Sunday picnic at Rutland grounds. The paper also notes the engagement and upcoming marriage of Theodore Pollack of Zanesville to Miss Kathryn Steele. The ceremony was held by Rev. Harry Dye at the Methodist Church after the morning service. Mrs Pollack, longtime Rathburn Department Store cashier, plans a bridal trip and home after.
Families including Harmond Kasler Daryl Kasler and Eldon Kasler attended a Trimble High School play Friday night. Several visitors came from Amesville Glouster and Millfield for weekend gatherings. Donna Jean Sayers, infant of Fred Sayers, shows health improvement after serious illness. Road to Concord Church being improved with mine ash surface.
President Hoover announced Washington will push ahead at full speed to build Boulder Dam. The move follows yesterday's Supreme Court decision that clears government authorization despite Arizona protests.
Amos Parrish surveys fashion trends with a focus on shorter haired furs and pliable collars, naming galyak, lapin, Persian lamb, astrakhan, caracal, and shaded lamb. He notes long-haired furs remain popular for soft face framing, crepey broadcloth, two-color tweeds, and ensemble-friendly colors shaping a formal, cohesive look.
A sensational installment reports a domestic dispute framed as a riddle of loyalty between wife and dog. The column teases a courtroom or editorial angle on affection, with a playful jab at the husband and his canine rival.
Winifred Black describes a Western woman who files for divorce after revealing her husband loves their dog Gee Whiz more than her. The judge weighs the case as the wife argues she cannot live with a man who values a pet over her. The piece muses on humor, jealousy, and the possibility the husband simply tires of the marriage.
Mrs. Jane Davis of Peach Ridge visited friends here Saturday. Mrs. Freda Nice shopped in Athens Monday. Mrs. Cloe Brill of Chesterhill visited Mrs. Lotie Brill Friday. Mrs. Sarah Johnston and Mrs. Lotie Brill joined Elmer Brill for Sunday dinner. Ora Gorham and son Jack of Stewart called on Mrs. Sarah Johnston Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Youre and daughters Ethel Dorothy and Martha visited Mr. and Mrs. Roas Hoon of Chesterhill Saturday and Sunday.
Columbus unveiled the Gallery of Mine Arts at a cost of 76000 dollars as the city began its bid to become an art center with a dedication ceremony dated October 18. Local officials highlighted the new venue as a cultural milestone for the community.
Five children shadows named Mij Plor Hanid Yam and Knari discover they can shrink to raft size. They float away on a bark raft dreaming of chocolate layer cake and all manner of foods while their real masters stay unaware. The voyage ends when the raft hits a pebble and overturns, leaving them hungry and puzzled.
Madge’s suspicions are confirmed as Mary Tella faces Cameron’s theatrical offer. Lillian and Adele Garrison depict Mary weighing a dance with Cameron in a talkie as Noel’s limits push the plan toward her family’s approval. The scene centers on Mary’s vanity, Mary's fear, and the social dance of power in early cinema era.
This pattern for a child’s dress features a skirt forming graceful flares and contrasting trim at neck and sleeves. It uses plain and printed fabrics and offers sizes 4 6 8 10 12 with yardage and simple instructions. Send 15 cents plus book option details to The Athens Messenger Pattern Department.
Local families from Bedford and nearby towns spent Sunday visiting relatives and friends. Many households hosted gatherings, birthdays, and church events, with Mrs Frost and family among the visitors. A field secretary spoke at the M B Church and funeral services were held for Mrs Bowman.
Chesterhill Lee Funk and family from Columbia spent weekend with his mother Mrs Fila Funk. Clifford Ferguson visited Williamstown with his mother and sisters. Mrs Malinda Monroe remains critically ill though improving. Mrs Lucy Fisher assisted care. Miss Mearle Snyder of Cleveland visited her parents in town. Arthur Engbree and family from Zanesville guests at Snyder home. Farmers Institute scheduled at this place October 31 and November 1 with speakers Mrs Duvall from Marietta and Chester Strong from McConnelsville. Mrs Chester Newburn and infant Frieda Mae returned from Memorial Hospital Marietta. Gerald Peebles reports his father at University Hospital Columbus improving. may leave hospital this week. Mrs Emily Kinsey visiting sister Mrs Mary Ridgley in Crooksville. Misses Lillian Todd, May Creighton and Mrs Hettie Woodward spent Sunday afternoon in Marietta. Mrs Charles Parsons of Weaston visited last Saturday with Mr and Mrs Glenn Parsons.
Shawnee and nearby areas saw visits from the Jones family of Columbus and other locals. Attendees included Walter Harrop Nelson Schubert and Donald Pritchard in Zanesville, plus Anna Leah Peterson from Columbus visiting the M E B Church basement party. The community also noted funerals at the Christian Church for Mrs. Fred Slater.
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