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Newspaper
Independent Long Beach
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1952
Page
7
The article traces changing beauty trends from bold baby doll features to sophisticated artistry. It notes cosmetic chemists expanding shades in powders rouges lipsticks and eye shadows as women seek a more natural yet expressive look. Trends favor subdued tones refined brows and defined lips for vitality and expressiveness.
A 1950s style homemaker guide advocates modernizing kitchens with durable clay tiles to cut future refurbishing costs and suggests converting closets to powder rooms as a clever luxury. It touts tile walls, dual plumbing, and ample tile faced counters as a way to boost resale value and streamline meal prep.
A nostalgic piece resurges from the 1880s era as a collectors item. Sportsman reintroduces 12 authentic occupational shaving mugs including Lamplighter Iceman Autoist Bartender and more. Each mug is hand painted white clay with a 22 carat gold rim and comes with deluxe shaving soap.
Freddy G and two friends steal apples from a yard. The housewife takes his bicycle hostage, Freddy is frightened, and his father contemplates jail. They instead return home with a switch used briefly, Freddy apologizes for the apples, and is grounded. The piece argues punishments should be fair and proportionate.
Remove shine from varnish by wringing a thin cheesecloth from diluted denatured alcohol and passing quickly in light strokes. A lemon oil and rotten stone paste can also be used with a light straight line motion to avoid lingering the cloth.
A fragmented OCR item warns of dangers from appliances with high wattage such as electric stoves and froners. The readable bits stress the risk of overheating and electrical overload in homes, urging caution and proper usage.
Jane Carver collects reader tips on repairs and recipes. Mrs Smith from Lanai Street praises the column for advice on matching coral dye to towels and shares where to buy supplies. Mrs Sloan asks about freezing avocados with guidance from the Western Growers Association. Also includes tips on roasting pork with garlic and barbecue sauce and cooking pork at lower temperatures for tenderness.
Pattern This adorable little ensemble is sure to delight your miss. The dainty cape transforms a sleeveless dress into a party outfit. Version two adds brief slit sleeves. Pattern No 8819 from Barbara Bell 367 Wa Adams Chicago. Ready for Basic Fashion 52 fall winter.
A 1953 New Year breakfast menu offers a festive start with Cheese Spoon Bread and Spicy Breakfast Cake. Recipes include corn meal bread with cheddar, nutty toppings, and a caramel nut topping for a 9 inch cake, designed for a leisurely family morning with toast, juice, and beverages.
A columnist argues that healthy sex instincts are a natural part of life and should be accepted, discussed, and guided by parents. It urges avoiding fear, teaching respect for sex, and balancing exposure to movies, radio, and TV with careful parental censorship to keep sex in its proper place.
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