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Newspaper
Brimfield News
Location
Brimfield, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1934
Page
3
A feature by Emily Post author of Etiquette and The Blue Book of Social Usage offers practical guidance on everyday decorum and social manners. The column reflects Post's measured tone and emphasis on considerate conduct in social settings.
A reader seeks help with a boy who gesticulates with his knife and fork at meals. The response suggests modeling the behavior, offering rewards for good conduct, or depriving minor privileges to deter the habit. Additional letters discuss funeral flowers and birth announcements with guidance on etiquette, handshakes, and private communications.
A reader asks about using a dolly under a dessert plate with a finger bowl and whether food can touch the dolly. Emily Post explains proper handling of dollies, watermelon seed removal, serving spoons, eating pens with a spoon, side dishes, and transferring food to the plate, noting conventions and exceptions by Emily Post.
The weather bureau explains that damp air weighs less than dry air because moisture is water vapor, which is lighter than most atmospheric gases.
A Toronto Globe item recounts Helen resisting a second serving of ice cream. With politeness and mild humor she explains her mother told her to say no, but she doubts the first helping could have been so small. The anecdote highlights obedience and childhood conscience in a domestic setting.
Wealth Prime Camera narrated a Miami tale about a speed boat that exited the harbor. A young lady noted its owner, Mr. Van Gold, claiming he has made an enormous fortune. The exchange touched on wealth and name recognition in society and politics.
A slim magnate returning from Europe says budget balancing reminds him of a story. A boy in a shop surveys stock and declares that a nickel buys chewing gum and a nickel back, with a dime to come next month.
In a Boston Transcript item a movie actress says two young boys asked for her signature. The older boy replied they could learn who she is by asking for her autograph, prompting the actress to remark on the bold approach.
In Crimson Gulch Cactus Joe admits he used to be the political boss but laments diminished power and taking blame for every misstep, reflecting on changing fortunes and responsibilities in local leadership.
Pattern 1776 offers a spring frock with flared sleeves and a slim belted waist. The model features a lengthening skirt panel and an open neckline with artificial flowers at the neckline for a chic touch. Back bodice has tiny buttons. sleeves may be omitted or contrast. Sizes 12 through 40. size 16 requires 4 yards 39 inch fabric. Include 15 cents with order to Sewing Circle Pattern Dept New York.
A vivid recount describes a tense moment in the jungle where Major faces a tiger in close proximity. The scene captures fear and awe as hunter and beast meet. Dora remarks on the frightful nature of the encounter, adding a lighthearted reacting tone.
In a humorous quip from the Brooklyn Daily Eagle a couple is teased for a marital tiff where one partner parries by agreeing on all points, leading the other to question her own facts. The snippet reflects light domestic banter.
A brief, wry note reflects on Nellie choosing marriage with a farmer, contrasting culture with agriculture as she settles with a practical, landbound partner. The line captures social humor about marrying for style versus substance.
A playful exchange about insults and jokes circulates around pet names and misunderstandings. One speaker teases about calling his wife tytupronal terms, while another quips on comparing fleas and elephants, ending with a pun about being read goods and canned goods.
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