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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1935
Page
10
A 1935 beauty column urges brisk daily activity to stimulate circulation for healthier skin and a youthful figure. It recommends outdoor sports, horseback riding for indoor workers, varied exercises, and sweating as natural cleansing. It emphasizes daily routines, plus skin stimulation via scrubs, brushes, and gentle pumice to improve complexion and vitality.
Anne Adams promotes pattern 2550-a a wrap around frock with decorative sleeves and yoke for easy wear. The pattern offers sizes 13 through 46 with illustrated instructions and a narrow sash adjustable fit. Price fifteen cents pattern, book and pattern twenty five cents. order from The Charleston Gazette pattern department New York.
A column argues couples need mutual personal liberty to avoid domestic bondage. It asserts marriage thrives when both partners enjoy freedom to pursue activities, dress, and social ties without constant permission or surveillance, urging openness and tolerance to reduce friction and keep couples together.
George W. Hoover of Keyser, chief of the stock department at the state liquor warehouse, was reported recovering yesterday from double pneumonia. Hoover’s home is in Keyser and he lives on Washington Street in Charleston.
Moscow policemen on attic duty receive electrically warmer jackets. Each teaffle control point has a fixed contact plug to power the wired jackets via a wire of length n. A 12-volt current will operate the heating circuit.
An elderly Indian woman from Bir Ramchandrapur in North-East India declares she is the widest living woman. Though bent with age, she remains active and pursues daily tasks, asserting her extraordinary measurements and longevity.
Hollywood gossip and film notes from Los Angeles recount Edward Arnold’s lead in The Mighty Pinkerton and mention Robert Taylor’s contract tweak after fan mail, plus quick updates on Janet Gaynor, Colleen Moore, Elaine Barrie, and other industry figures.
Crochet pattern from Laura Wheeler offers a 31 by 49 inch rug and a 15 inch square pillow. Uses two colors with a centered panel and border, suitable for living or bedroom decor. Includes chart and complete directions with illustrations. Send $ or stamps to The Charleston Gazette Needlecraft Dept. New York.
Brannon from Wellesley elopes with Dr Bob Dakin, who is briefly intoxicated. Priscilla, his fiancée, insults Kay and Bob agrees to delay divorce until spring. Months pass with strained companionship as Bob immerses in medical work. Priscilla visits Kay. an emergency surgery follows, Kay endures a hour of suffering, realizing she loves him.
A reader asks about a mouthwash to cure halitosis. The answer cites chloramine dissolving in water as a gargle, notes it can remove garlic and onion odor but tastes unpleasant, and mentions chlorine decomposes quickly in solution. Reader questions TB risk from pets. expert says cats and dogs are not TB carriers, some people are sensitive to hair causing asthma.
The article casually applies psychology to dancer Isadora Duncan, labeling her a great lover type with selfless devotion and kinesthetic imagination. It compares her to the intellectual type, notes impulsivity and trust, and promotes a Home Institute pamphlet on handling types for personal insight.
In a tense scene Ben Ames Williams sketches Priscilla shocking Key as Ech shifts allegiance from his wife. The hour of succession sparks confrontation and uncertain loyalties as readers anticipate tomorrow’s developments.
An essay discusses how boy gangs like the Main Line Gang influence youth. It argues that gang life aids socialization while cautioning that parental opposition can push youths toward anti social behavior. It emphasizes balancing guidance with independence for healthy development.
Kanawha County Democrats discuss likely candidates for sheriff with incumbent B C Andrews ineligible for renomination. Carl Calvert of Cabin Creek is a leading name, while Dr C A Ray and J Blackburn Watts may seek county commissioner and continue as prosecuting attorney respectively. Watts also draws talk of circuit judge and possible gubernatorial bid.
Marshfork High School in Montreal will stage The Children of the Jinn Yard Friday afternoon the junior class directing, Mrs. Madaling-Bradford. Cast includes Margaret Layne Delbert Webb Lewis Hall Anna Maggio Ruby Beiley William Smith Pebble Jarrell Boston Green McCue Jarrell Ernan Eskew Lawrence Jarrell and Carl Andersen and a Christmas tree celebration will follow for students.
Reserve Officers Association Renews Chapter No. 35 plans a meeting at 7:20 PM tomorrow in the Rose Room. General and other officers are to speak on Army components and maritime wireless direction finders being installed along the South African coast.
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