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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1971
Page
9
A National Cotton Council design details a terry cotton square yard apron that serves as a bath cover up for the mother and a hooded wrap for the baby. The garment features a triangular pocket forming the hooded bib, neck loops and waist ties, with instructions for cutting binding tape and cord.
The Women's Fellowship held a memorial service after a Wednesday luncheon at Federated Church for members and friends who died in the past year. Viola Grant Gertrude Prentice Lillian Barrett and others were honored while Miss Elsia Tilda spoke on Health Education and Welfare and opening prayer was by Pastor Rey Russell Croker. Members decorated the tables with pine boughs and red hats. Circle 2 reported the best attendance from last year’s meetings. Aluminum kettles can be brightened by vinegar or lemon juice.
Sera Whee describes a knitting pattern for cold days using seed stitch with worsted or synthetic yarn. Includes bold bands and fashion notes, sizing for women 92-93 and men 36-42.
Immanuel Lutheran City Ladies Aid met Thursday afternoon with Pastor BF Meserke leading devotions and discussing Epiphany observances. President Mrs Herman Witter presided, with Mrs Paul Nyffeler and Mrs Ernest Peller as hostesses.
A study suggests 76 million new watts will be needed in 30 years, 18 million more watts than presently available in the country. The comparison notes homes as valuable investments, on par with diamonds or rare stamps, and emphasizes usefulness.
A compilation of reader hints covers practical family budgeting from an underwear restock plan to monthly testing of brands. Other tips include ironing shirts with a towel, tasting batter in small cups, porch lighting for safety and welcome, and crafting quick tart shells using a paper cupcake liner as a dough guide.
A humorous piece from Newspaper Enterprise Assoc describes mothers on long telephone calls as chaos unfolds at home. It humorously suggests installing telephone booths in kitchens to protect children from mischief during conversations, noting the absurdity of dramatic accidents. The anecdote features fictional Grace and a mother narrator.
Local organizations plan fundraising store auction and bus trip to district events. Members from Mothers of Twins and Gamma Beta Chapter host programs, install officers and pledge new members while other clubs schedule charitable activities and social gatherings.
New York fashion reportage notes a surge in minishorts and cropped city pants for spring and summer. Designers like Hetty Cur Ty discuss a trend toward ultra-short silhouettes, paired with blazers, capes, or sheer hosiery, as Paris and New York vie for influence in the evolving leggy look.
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