Shades of King Louis Dual Bathtubs Rise Again
Paris feature on Michel de Lacour reviving the Louis XIV legacy with dual bathtubs. He blends 18th century motifs with modern plumbing, supplying fittings to elites including the Shah of Persia and President De Gaulle for elegant bathrooms.
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Iowa News Highlights From Des Moines To Cedar Rapids
A multi item Iowa roundup reports liquor ad bills advancing in Des Moines, prairie navigation promised aid for farmers, a Dunkerton road collision killing Ma rie Kraft, a drowning victim in the Missouri River, Sigourney bond approval for a new high school, Iowa City bond defeat for a road garage, a Hampton crash killing Betty Richardson and Karen Gerzema, and the Lawrence murder trial in Cedar Rapids with the jury seated.
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Clark Kaiser
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Julie Christie Signals End of Miniskirt Era
Julie Christie, Academy Award winning star, says miniskirts are on the way out after admitting fatigue with showing thighs and a shift to more modest styles. She notes the fashion shift during reinvigorated interest in midiskirts and reflects on the practicality and era of the look, highlighting wardrobes from her roles and set experiences.
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Hays Proposes U S Israel Trade Over Dayan Reference
Rep Wayne Hays suggests a baseball style swap with Israel offering 400 F111 aircraft in exchange for Gen Moshe Dayan. He jokes the Israeli general could handle Vietnam like the Middle East. The remark ties Israel’s military gains to a proposed arms deal.
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