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Newspaper
Danville Register
Location
Danville, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1972
Page
11
A 1972 college trend piece shows how higher education and lifestyle shift from the “cookie cutter” 1950s to a freer era. Coed dorms, off campus living, and new studies broaden choices. Personal care tech aids grooming, with hair machines and instant setters promoting a natural, well kept look.
Homemakers preparing fall wardrobes can improve sewing spaces with an economical Benjamin work light from Thomas Industries. Fluorescent, cool illumination reduces eye strain and enhances safety, allowing fabric coverings to blend with decor while preventing hazards in the sewing area.
Corduroy offers luxury and practicality for home sewers. The piece explains corduroy types pinwale midware ribfess and novelty fabrics, how pile direction affects color, pattern layout, and easy sewing tips for school outfits draperies and decor. It emphasizes economy and ease of sewing with NB note on nap direction.
An ad lists prices for quilted spreads including Tong Fong and Jong Long items with prices 10, 16, 20 and 23 dollars. The listing shows assorted long and short spreads with minor per item variations.
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