National Hospital Day Observance Plans Announced
Chicago May 1 Forty states and four Canadian provinces plan National Hospital Day activities. Surgeon General Cummins endorses the event, opening government hospitals to the public and inviting talks with disabled veterans. Nurses and graduates will participate as Florence Nightingale’s birthday marks the observance.
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Chicago
Matthew 0. Haley
National Hospital Tay Committee
Hugh §. Cumming
United States Public Health
Soice
Harding
Florenca Nightingale
Chicago Hospital
United States
Canada
Milford School Board Faces Daylight Saving Question
Milford School Board plans a tentative action on daylight saving at Monday night meeting pending legislative outcome. Judge O W Platt notes possible state penalty for not adjusting clocks, with strong parental and pupil support for advancing clocks. Authorities warn less confusion if clocks are set ahead one hour and discuss scheduling changes at Milford High and elementary classes.
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Milfogrid
Board of Education
O. W. Platt
Milford
Bridgeporter Awarded Milford Fire Station Renovation
The Board of Commissioners awarded a contract to Bridgeporter to repair the Milford Fire Station front with two doors replacing one. Building work will be done by the contractor and department members. The upgrade aims to speed rapid response by providing separate bays for Engine Company No 1 and Armical Company No 1.
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Milfort
Board of Thre Commissioners
John Hal
Bridgenor
Armical Company No
Engine Company No
Aida
Goonah Minn Town Elects Woman Mayor
In Goonah Minnesota a woman, Mrs Pirree, has been elected mayor. Her experience as assistant to her husband at the local newspaper and her public service backing help her win a close race against the bank president. She aims to begin steady street improvements and public works with prudence and community focus.
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Goonah
Minn
Goodhuchte
Clarence
Piereeie Fler
Ord
Pierce
Nastmaster Torher
Pirree
Hedloviig
Helping Hand Week for Housekeepers Begins Monday
A local event at Howland store features F. J. Dugan demonstrating art pottery making with expert decoration. Children receive a small gift of jardiniere or candlestick, while selections include matt gray jardinières $1.95, blue jardinières 6, vases $1.25 to $10, baskets $2.20, wall pocket holders $15.00, and fern dishes $2.75 to $5.25.
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Egypt
Howland
F. J. Dugan
When Is Oil Stove At Its Best This Week
During Helping Finland Week readers learn how to care for Perfection and Puritan oil stoves to maximize fuel efficiency. Makers send trusted tips on stove operation and maintenance, revealing many homekeepers’ overlooked details to use stoves with ease and economy.
How art glass shades are made in Helping Hand Week
The article explains that art glass shades require skill and patience as each glass piece is carefully set into a predesigned pattern. It notes blending colors and matching pieces, and mentions completed shades and lamps being offered at special prices during Helping Hand Week.
Watchmaking of Silk Lamp Shades
Report describes the process of making silk lamp shades on wire frames by skilled workers. Shows various shade styles and lamp configurations including mahogany bases and portable lamps. Prices cited include 13.40, 16.50, 25, and other figures for different shade sizes and lamp types.
Exhibit of a Vacuum Bottle Parts in Making
Display shows sections of a vacuum bottle and a seven tington sweeper at two making stages. Wooden dusters and alumintnt wave undergoing multiple operations illustrate the extensive craft behind assembling such items.
Fine glass to be cut as you watch at event
An expert cutter from a leading American maker will demonstrate cutting fine crystal glass. He will show how a plain blank becomes a polished dish reflecting brilliant light, while explaining the various glassworking processes.
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America
English china imports exhibit fine ware collection
An exhibit showcases English ware including Satorcester and Royal Worcester pieces. The display highlights service plates and other wares with special orders possible for dinner or tea services in unique patterns, to be completed and shipped westward in autumn or winter.
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Satorcester
Royal Worcester
Great Britain
Auli
Mrs Sara Rorer To Lead Thrift Kitchen Talks
Nationally known dietitian and cookery expert Mrs Sara T Rorer begins a week of Help in Hand talks on Thrift in the Kitchen. She will present two sessions daily at 10 30 AM and 2 30 PM with demonstrations and personal budgeting guidance to assist women in economical household management.
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Rorer
Fireless cooking in newest range explained
Helping Hand week offers welcome information on fireless cookers and new recipes. The guide outlines correct use aging considerations and the process for preparing foods and arranging cookers. It emphasizes potential savings and urges readers to learn this valuable method.
Willow Baskets On Display At Local Craft Demonstration
See baskets and hampers woven from willow by skilled hands. Demonstration shows many kinds of baskets and willow articles with the maker forming and finishing them live. Also featured are cloth hampers, clothes baskets, waste paper baskets, and supports, showcasing practical uses and the craft’s charm. Bids may be offered, and the event supports Helping Fund week.
Hoover rug cleaner ad tease for Helping Hand Week
See How Hoover cleans a rug. The device makes housecleaning weekly and easy. Hoover sweeps dust from rugs, works whenever called, and doesn’t stop until finished. A sweepstakes giveaway offers a chance to win a 65 Hoover sweeper at a Hoover special table.
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Hoover
Leary
Crystal Helping Hand Laundry Device Ad
An advertorial touts the Crystal Helping Hand washer as a tireless laundress that removes blue from washday. It launders quickly and thoroughly, removing the need for hand washing and avoiding fabric damage. Limited summer sale price of 105 appears in the copy.
Unique appliances shape dinnerware making
A Baltimore era ad copy from Homer Laugh Co. touts the role of specialized appliances in porcelain and dinnerware production. It invites readers to share examples of tools used in shaping and finishing dishes, promising insight into efficient, graceful home service.
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Homer Laugh & Co
Amer
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B. F. Goodrich Company
Silvertown
Goodrich Fabrics
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A. L. Schavoir Co., Inc
E. H. Oliver
Pres. & Treas
Fairfield Avenue
Waterbury Branch
Bridgenori
Bridgeporter
Minnesota
China
Sara T. Rorer
Howland Dry Goods Company
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