Orphaned sisters cling to fading wealth in small town
Cecily and Farm Frances live with grandparents after losing fortunes while Cecily supports them by work. Cecily is engaged to a young lawyer Philip but cannot marry. Ann helps at home and Barry McKeel returns as Cecily yearns for him while Frances and Ermintrude Hill reveal a melodramatic subplot in chapter five with a vivid telephone confession about a mysterious man.
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Cecily
Frances
Rosa
Ann
Ces
Philip
Barry McKeel
Barry
Mary
Ermintrude Hill
Ermintrude
Daddy
Fashion News Tracing Blouse Styles In Wardrobe Then And Now
A fashion column laments the decline of tuck-in blouses and celebrates revived fonger and peplum blouses. It notes the ease of pairing jerseys with wool skirts to create complete frocks and highlights the flexible, affordable wardrobe possibilities seen on the Avenue.
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Tuckina
Schick Test Invaluable In Checking Diphtheria
Article by Roy S Copeland M D, urging Schick test use to prevent diphtheria. Explains test method, interpretation, and immunization schedule. Emphasizes early testing ages six months to five years, and public health value of universal testing and vaccination.
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Schick
Copeland
Ine
Answers to Health Queries I A Daily Reader Advice
A reader asks about weight for a girl 1 inch tall and methods to reduce hips arms and legs. A physician notes healthy weight depends on age and height and recommends exercise and proper diet. Also covered are pimples and blackheads improving after clearing infection and a tip on bleaching freckles with lemon juice and peroxide followed by cold cream.
Dare! The New York Teen Finds Love in the Hong Kong
Mary Frances flirts with a theater-goer named Hari DeArmount, a cast member from the Stephen G Sperry Players seen near the Hong Kong venue. She and her sister discuss a possible after school meeting, fueled by psychic hunches and fate. Ann returns home to chores and thoughts of Phil's lateness as Cecily adapts to being in love.
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Stephen G. Sperry
Hong Kong
Chester Fairfield
New Western Stock Company
Rensid Colman
Daddy
Hari
Ant
De-Armount
DeArmount
Bart
Christopher
Anthony
Hilary
Baril
Mother
Mary-Frances
Heneat
Ike Danty
Beatrice
Ermintrude Hill
Mary-Prances
Ann
Phil
Mary-Francea
Cecily
Cissy
Mercers Plan for Better Cold Control
A quirky promotion urging families to adopt a “Tick Plan” for reducing colds. Mentions Mercers and a humorous host mascot “Homie” promoting personal health measures to beat seasonal sniffles.
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Mercers
Stars Say- For Tuesday December 15
GENEVIEVE KEMBLI reports planetary influences favor advancement and salary gains through authorities. Seek assistance and renew contracts while guarding against intrigue. Birthday individuals may gain recognition and promotions. positive social ties and public advantage expected. A birthday child will be energetic, ambitious, and likely reach a good position.
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Genevieve Kembli
Accusations at Home as Children Face Hidden Danger
Madge is accused by her mother in law of letting the boys enter danger to humor their inclinations. The scene centers on a possible threat near the fence as the family prepares to bring in a mysterious object with the children eager for the privilege. The mother-in-law accuses lax control while fear and suspense rise.
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Winchell
Mr. Wood
Henry
William Mast
Madge
Que
Dicky
Strain and Suspense Ties Family To Field In Escape
In a tense scene By ASELE GARRISON describes a mother and narrator under siege as two grandsons venture toward danger. The mother demands the glasses focus while panic spreads, and Faith’s pleas halt their movement as distant danger looms beyond the balcony rail. Continued tomorrow.
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Ford
Tomorro
The House You Dream of Is There Awaiting You
A lyrical piece extols a dreamlike house built years ago by a dreaming craftsman. Sunlit rooms, a peaceful hall, a dining room with a veranda, a sunny patio, a cheerful fountain and a cottage garden with mint and blooms. The ideal home awaits, just right for loved ones.
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Winifred Black Darling
Friar Tuck
Label the Containers for Sanitary Storage in Glass Jars
Eleanor Ross stresses labeling glass or metal containers to avoid mixups in kitchen and bath storage. She recalls incidents from misread labels and urges bright legible markings or printed containers, plus outside labels for shelves and boxes to speed finding items.
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Anet
Janet
Labeling Drawers and Shelves For Childrens Rooms
The text argues labeling drawers and shelves helps children learn where items belong and keeps nurseries neater. Labels on apparel drawers and toy shelves discipline youngsters to put toys away, reducing cleanup for elders and promoting organized spaces.
Butter and egg hijackiers drive off farmers near Chicago
Two farmers report hijackers forced them to abandon trucks loaded with hens eggs and butter near Chicago. Police investigate the assault and theft as the drivers flee the scene.
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Chicago
Make This Model at Home Pattern 2232
Lace lends distinctive charm for an afternoon dress with a lace collar and cuffs. The pattern offers velvet satin or crepe options, lists sizes 14 to 42, yardage, and a 15 cent pattern price plus a winter catalog offer.
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Athens Messenger
West 17Th Street
New York
Restless Fists Mean 30 Days for Husband
Cleveland police report Joseph Azili, 40, with a fiery temper and quick fists, jailed thirty days in the workhouse after he beat his wife Barbara. He attacked attorney Samuel Meat during questioning, drawing a lunging counter from the bailiff and audience.
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Cleveland
Joe Azili
Barbara
Sxilia
Samuel & Meat
Baill Awung
Tibbett’s Song Triggers Fainting at Relief Ball
At a Baltimore relief ball on December 14 Lawrence Tibbett sang Cuba n Love Song to about 4 500 attendees. A surge of 200 women separated from escorts rushed the stage area scrambling over chairs and tables to reach his hand and clothes. Police arrived and escorted the distressed star to safety.
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Baltimore
Velvet fashions and krazy Christmas craft tips mix in October notes
A list of velvet fabrics for formal frocks appears alongside playful home craft ideas. Readers learn about brocaded velvet silhouettes and jade belt buckles, then get a leaflet on making eggshell ornaments for Christmas trees, with a cheeky suggestion to start today and a quick hello of au revoir.
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