Trial engagements spark adult romance debate in society
A satirical column weighs the fad of trial engagements where couples date and test compatibility for two to three months before deciding to marry. The writer argues genuine commitment beats casual engagements and mocks the notion of endless testing. The piece contends true love yields deeper happiness than multiple staged trials.
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Little Sister
Brother
Paradise
Spyright
Newspape
Tomorrow's Horoscope for September 25
Genevieve Kemble offers a Friday forecast noting tendencies toward secret machinations and delays, with potential unwelcome changes. Those employed may see favorable notices or benefits, while signs caution careful signing of all documents and preparations for upheaval in a child born that day.
Evening frocks dazzle with uneven hemlines and velvet
Seen on 5th Ave Miss Shopper notes this year’s frocks feature uneven hems with fronts very short and backs ankle length or sides varying. Georgette velvet creates nearly transparent effects in peacock blue gowns with V necks. Black velvet dresses for afternoon wear gain lace collars or rhinestone accents.
Absorbing Sequel to Love's Embers Generations of a Wife
Adele Garrison stages a dinner where Madge arranges guests and plans to charm Phil Veritzen on Noel Veritzen's behalf. Lillian Lugo offers to assist, urging Madge to secure the elder Veritzen's sanction while Madge contemplates a delicate reconciliation with Phil before the meal.
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Adele Garrison
Madge
Phil Veritzen
Noel
Philip Veritzen
Dicky
Wolmen
Mary
Marion
Jim
Otto
Mr. Veritzen
Lillian
Noel Veritzen
A Simple Living Room By Annette Bradshaw
Simple living room featured with an unobstructed desirable view and sunshine streaming through glazed chintz draperies. A table against the window provides a writing spot while walnut furniture and other pieces emphasize a very simple, cheerful, and comfortable space.
Higher Education Needs Common Sense Intelligent Mother
A frail ten year old boy, Dennis, suffers from nerves as his mother and doctors recount grim scenarios of illness and accidents. The piece critiques overparenting and medical advice lacking practical sense, highlighting how fear and sensational detail harm a sensitive child.
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Elsie Marlowe
Dennis
Mrs. Howell
Mrs. Stevens
Baby
Evans
Mrs. Howells
Dennis Baker
Mrs. Brown
Fine Parent Teachers Association
London vicar says lower middle class top churchgoers
A London vicar reports clerks and their families form the bulk of his congregation. At Averham Rectory near Newark a miniature theatre was designed by the rector, built under his supervision, and features tip-up seating, a well appointed orchestra, and a handsome stage curtain.
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London
Averham Rectory
Newark
Queen Victoria Doll House at Kensington Palace
Visitors to London can view the State Apartments at Kensington Palace where a Queen Victoria era doll house draws interest. The display includes a parlor with miniature furniture a toy kitchen with pots and pans a cook doll and a citchen-boy, plus glass cases of toys from the little girl queen and eighteenth century marionettes on a mirrored stage.
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London
Queen Victoria
Kensington Palace
Wembley
Victoria
The Heart a Chief Factor in Baldness
Dr Roy S Copeland argues the heart is a key factor in baldness citing medical studies and health history. He notes circulation and nutrition influence hair follicles and urges public attention to cardiovascular health as a path to hair retention.
Hair Care Myths and Fall Apple Recipes Page Feature
Advice on hair health links baldness to heart and blood circulation with warnings against tight hats. Also includes fall apple recipes for soup fried apples and baked stuffed apples plus reader Q and A on dandruff and constipation. copyright 1927 Newspaper Feature Service.
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Newspaper Feature Service, Inc
Annie Laurie Advice Column Excerpt
A readers asks how to win back a loved one who cancels dates while a second asks how to gain parental permission for socializing. Guidance urges apology, patience, and building friendships. another advises seeking other companionship when romance seems uncertain.
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Annie Laurie
Fur Trimmed Fall Coat Highlights Flare and Fur Edge
Vera Winston presents a conservative fur trimmed fall coat with a flare emphasized by raglan shoulders and three quarter length option. It pairs with satin tunics and mock suits remain popular this season with matching fur edged cuffs and coat trim.
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Corinthians
Miss Shopper
Phil
Lilian
By Annette Bradshaw
Braos
Premier Syndicate, Inc
Temple Manning
Queen’s
Dr. Copeland
Royal S. Copeland
M. D
United States
New York
New York City
the Home Kitchen
Jeannette Young Norton
Wee Lim
Lede Lonely
Vera Winston
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