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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1976
Page
7
Readers submit sewing questions on concealing hem ridges and sleeve fit. Betsy Kinser explains avoiding heavy hems, proper basting, and catch stitches, plus advice on sleeve adjustments using tailored pinning for a perfect fit.
Fashion experts advise matching body stockings to shoe color for a lengthening effect. Red with red shoes, navy with navy, or gray with black are suggested to create a longer silhouette as hemlines rise. Now New York G.J.L.
Dear Abby column item discusses a coworker who tries to quit smoking by not buying cigarettes and instead asking others for them. The note asks for advice on handling a persistent “cigarette bum” and the reply urges setting boundaries and saying no. A second letter from Honey Mooners shares happiness from seven years of marriage and a rule to treat partner with respect.
A reader repurposes a six drawer cabinet as a tool storage unit with labeled drawers. Other notes share door ease with dishwashing liquid on sills and adhesive-backed paper to create furniture effects plus wig drying tips using nylon net for air circulation.
Platte County Extension Clubs sponsor the Fall Achievement Day and Craft Festival at Agriculture Park Columbus with centerpieces craft work hobbies and holiday items on display from 10 30 a m to 9 p m. An installation service for county council officers and 1977 club presidents is at 10 a m with Mrs Martha Krepels assisted by Boning Paul Labenz Lloyd Johnson Harry Rosche and Larry Brenner.
October meeting of Columbus Area Artists at First Baptist Church featured a sketching talk by Phyllis Blaser with a subsequent session. New members Susan Reber Wynona Mason and Jan Hoevenaar joined Columbus. Agnes Michaelsen announced Holiday Inn art show dates November 27 28 and a spring show in May. Hostesses were Wanda Williams Wilma Oppliger and Sally Oakes.
Members of the Serial Votes Club met at Mrs. George Louis's home for five card pinochle. Victoria Malek won the high prize while Lucy Louis took second and Helen Coffey the low. Lucy Louis also claimed the door prize. The group held a white elephant exchange and plans a cooky exchange for Nov 17 hosted by Marie Johnson.
Remember toes and stockings extend at least a quarter inch beyond the toes for comfort. When fuzzy pills appear on sweaters, remove with masking tape or lift gently with fingers.
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