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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1940
Page
6
The advertisement offers pattern 2372 for crocheted slippers and bed socks in sizes with angora trim and star stitch. It includes directions, stitch illustrations, materials, and a photo, with instruction to send 15 cents and include name address and pattern number to The Sewing Circle in New York.
A set of trivia prompts asks why Arizona is called the 3 D state what a bon mot means the word boar bore or boar a calendar month square count whose signature stands out on the Declaration of Independence and whether water drains clockwise or not revealing a playful quiz tone with multiple choice style prompts.
The text outlines distinct meanings for six prompts. It notes copper cotton and cattle production excellence, a witty repartee, a male swine or rustic meanings, a standard calendar month showing 35 squares, the prominence of John Hancock’s signature on the Declaration, and the typical clockwise direction.
A guidance piece argues charm sustains marriage beyond youth or success. It warns that rigidity and neglect of affection erode warmth, laughter, and allure, noting real-life cases of wives losing charm and husbands seeking flattery from external charms. It emphasizes maintaining grace, humor, and proactive affection to prevent infidelity temptations.
Virginia Vale reports on Crawford's New York visit with dachshunds Stinky and Pusch len, fans and hats. Fox plans a radio history film with Alice Faye and Don Ameche. Details on Powell wedding attire, Diana Lewis, Niven’s Dawn Patrol cap, and Vivian Leigh divorce publicity. Kate Smith horn feature and Buck Benny Rides Again title changes.
The piece argues laughter signals charm and warns against spouses taking each other for granted. It suggests men may be drawn to “other women” who seem good natured and attentive, while noting danger arises when partners lose the sense of need and interest in each other.
Cherie Nicholas profiles new wash fabrics for children’s dresses promising non fade and non shrink performance. Pre shrunk broadcloths and striped cottons offer wearability and lasting fit, with designs including floral overprints, pique trims, and tailored shantung looks for joyful spring outfits.
Radio headliners Don Wilson Barbara Jo Allen Vera Vague The Kidoodlers and Uncle Ezra star in a feature length production at Republic Studios. Jean Darling from Our Gang studies for opera. William L White broadcasting from Finland is son of famed William Allen White editor of the Emporia Gazette.
A stylish gay cardigan features a hood, knit in heavy soft yarn on large needles. The checked pattern blooms quickly in red white black green wine and postman blue. The soft hood can be worn as hood or collar, with a streamlined headpiece for minimal bulk.
A new type of sweater blends with separate skirts to form smart street frocks. Choose colors matching the skirt, with novelty knits and ribbed yarns, notable shoulder and yoke detail. Some feature Schiaparelli style flap pockets with gold nuggets or shiny circles and gold fasteners.
A skating ensemble is described as made of soft white yarn with bright wool embroidery. It includes a snug white cardigan with peas ant figures on both panels, matching white mittens, and a close-fitting hood with embroidered wings resembling a Dutch cap.
An American designer showcases evening wraps inspired by the picturesque fashions of the South during Civil War days. The collection highlights period silhouettes and textile choices that reflect regional style.
The piece notes gray as a versatile color for daytime and evening outfits. It highlights transitions from soft dove hues to dark gunmetal tones as a key choice for diverse wardrobes.
A finely stitched suede sports jacket features blouse-like detailing that enhances its fit and adds a dressy touch to its appearance.
Renowned crafter Ruth Wyeth Spears presents the crazypatch quilt as a modern angular design using plain and figured silks. It details embroidery stitches, basting, and tying backing with silk thread, plus options for edging and minimal padding. Spears offers patterns and directions for Early American blocks, embroidery stitches, and decorative gift items via her Sewing Booklet No. 2, available by mail for 10 cents and a name/address.
A new sea plow will bury submarine cables in the ocean bed to prevent $500000 in annual damage by fishing trawlers off Ireland. It makes a deep furrow and covers the line even at 2400 feet. The other fact notes a bell ringing record in All Saints church, Loughborough, England.
In several British munitions plants only deaf men are employed in shot blasting due to roaring, clanging noise that would ruin the hearing of men with normal hearing.
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