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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1926

Page

6

Fair for Girls to Share 50-50 on Dates?

Emma argues 50-50 on dating expenses shows equality and independence. Her stance provokes ridicule from friends and even male suitors who fear losing control if women pay their own way. The piece defends equal responsibility as a mark of true chivalry and mutual respect.

Emma Amy Ae “Pooh Lve Ine

Horoscopes for Friday September 10 by Genevieve

Tomorrow brings propitious planetary forces with Mars and lunar angles favoring aggressive initiative in business finance and new projects. Those born on this day face a year of opportunity while caution is advised in signing papers.

Soltrine Mars Jupiter

Fashion Notes on Fifth Avenue Tailored Street Wear

Seen on Fifth Avenue Tan and lighter shades remain popular for afternoon dresses and sports wear. The black maire envelope purse gains chic status with inted motifs. navy leather debuts for sports frocks. Summer dance frocks use printed chiffon bodies crepe skirts in contrasting colors.

Auntie Madge’s Quiet Duty in a Busy Household

A narrator describes keeping a nightly drink ritual for her husband Dicky as a symbol of devotion. She debates sharing duties with Mary the niece while weighing a promise to reveal a mystery about a curious woman on the fourth floor. Mary calls her aunt the sweetest woman, and both characters reflect on affection and care. Copyright 1926. Newspaper Fosture Exhibited.

Icky Lillian Husband Mary Madge Fosture Eypdicate, Inc

Beamed ceiling room showcases simple, timeless elegance

The feature is a beam ceiling that gives comfort and splendor to the living room. Wide boards, patterned hooked rugs, a central mantel, glazed chintz armchair, and a luxurious fireplace define a calm tone. Simple furniture, a fine lamp, flowers, and sheer curtains complete Madame Bradshaw's tasteful setting.

Methopany Chippendale Sheraton Duncan Phyfe

A Dangerous Type of Home Wrecker

Advice column from 1916 discussing a married man’s attentions to a single woman and how she should avoid breaking up a marriage. Annie Laurie provides guidance on love, loyalty, and self restraint, urging the reader to end the affair and repair the harmed relationship.

Annie Laurie Peanut Eanut Newspaper Feature Service. Inc

Three-Minute Journeys By Temple Manning on River Floods

The Nile is not alone in periodic floods. The Euphrates and Tigris in Mesopotamia also overflow their banks, forcing natives to use protective devices. Rafael de Nogales recounts Arab farmers and their bustling, roofed barges, their families, livestock, and provisions gathered as floods rise and linger.

Nile Egypt Euphrates Tigris Mesopotamia Turkey Rafael de Nogales

Dislocated retina and eye health guidance from 1926

A 1926 feature explains retina structure and detachment risks, noting near sighted eyes and trauma as causes. It describes how operations may help and includes medical Q and A lines on exercises, body weight guidance, smoking cessation, and eye health tips.

Odd Facts From The War Era And Miscellany

A collection notes women outnumber men in two Irish counties by 6000, Handel’s legacy includes forty operas aside from oratorios, Ulster women lead in surplus births, England employs 115000 in laundry with 85 percent women, and two dogs reportedly traveled long railway routes alone before returning to their owners.

Fermanagh Tyrone London Cambridge Stings

Polly and the Broom Clean the House to Cheer Mom

Polly, unable to go to the picture show because her mother is sick, discovers the broom crying behind the kitchen door. The broom laments not being used, but Polly decides to help by cleaning the house. Their effort lifts her mother's spirits, and a family evening with ice cream follows as Polly learns to sweep away troubles.

Blanche ‘Silveram Polly Olly Miss. Broom Miss Broom Jnst Miss Daddy Mama

Home Kitchen Fish Dishes and Variations for Summer

Recipes for summer use feature light white fishes and leftovers. Dishes include Cod Ramekins, Creamed White Fish on toast, Baked Finnan Haddie, Baked Sandwiches with shrimp, and Garnishes with salmon and varied sauces.

Young Norton Google

Today's Fashion By Vera Winston

The feature highlights a woman who designs her own undergarments with new treatment ideas. A pale pink crepe de Chine nightgown with Irish lace details and fine pleating at the front is praised for its copied style and straight back design.

Words of Wise Men and Maxims Across Philosophers

A collage of aphorisms on truth and accuracy from Bryan Edwards Demosthenes Novalis and Thackeray. The quotes touch on knowledge inner self and moral judgment while urging prudent living via practical wisdom.

Bryan Edwards

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