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Newspaper
Indianapolis Times
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1929
Page
2
Fr ences pages describe resort attire in 1925 style. Sun back turquoise crepe frocks paired with brown belts and hats, turquoise jewelry, minimal trims, and simple necks. Beach hats, bare legs, fishnet stockings, linen hats, sailer collars, and white drill costumes appear in refreshed resort looks with nautical touches.
Shoecraft Salon showcases a domino ensemble featuring a coat, purse, and sandals. Hand-embroidered turquoise green lemon yellow dawn pink orchid and other pastel tones cover beige Chinese silk. The seven-eighths fit includes flaring cuffs a shawl collar and a fashionable envelope purse with front fastening ornament.
Flower frogs used at the vase bottom keep bouquet stems stable. Insert the initial stems into the holes to form a secure base for roses daisies and sweet peas for a charming arrangement.
A whole wheat sandwich filled with finely chopped raw carrots peanuts and mayonnaise. Top with slices of stuffed olives for decoration.
A kneeling pad eases weed pulling and soil work by cushioning the knees. Use black oilcloth over a sandbag for a sturdy base, adding a gaudy color bag or flower decoration for appeal.
A fashion note highlights autumn turban styles with deft draping and enchanting colors. The piece emphasizes exx fabrics and coordinated looks for the season, suggesting refined accessory choices for elegant dinners.
The piece blends a playful guide to lingerie making and summer dress trends with beauty tips for eye color and hair, plus a contest invitation and a feature on colorful walking dresses. It closes with a society note: the marriage of Miss Virginia Stiles and Gilbert Butler on July 17.
When stewing fresh fruits, add the sugar a minute or two before removing from the stove to bring out the fresh fruity flavor.
A quirky kitchen tip suggests cutting off the tip of an ordinary envelope to form a funnel for salt and pepper. The method uses the remaining envelope piece as the spout and a corner as the opening.
A visitor shares observations from a Missouri farm life, noting muddy roads and rural chores. The piece praises the farm wife’s hard work and resilience, contrasts country life with city living, and mentions farmers’ cautious view of Capper’s relief efforts while continuing work despite political developments.
Miss Anna Louise Griffith of 3617 Washington boulevard will wed Guy Chester Smith of Bloomfield Hills Detroit at 8:30 tonight read by Rev. Bishop Joseph M. Francis. No formal invitations. family and intimate friends only. A reception and dance at Woodstock Club will follow with several out of town guests attending.
The article advises keeping cooked meats like meat loaves and cold cuts very cold and well covered to prevent spoilage. It suggests family friendly portions using cottage ham Canadian bacon corned beef calves tongues and beef tongue, noting smoked and salted meats can be prepared ahead and used to the last bite.
Miss Betty Savell daughter of Mr and Mrs Hyman Savell wed Ben Rader at Temple Beth El on Sunday afternoon in a ceremony attended by many friends of the couple.
Miss Florence Challis and Walter J Worrell announce their wedding set for August 2. Matron of honor is Mrs. Robert Challis Jr. Bridesmaids are Mildred Worrell and Mary Worrell. Flower girl is Marguerite Pierson and ring bearer is Charles Just. Ralph Worrell will serve as best man.
Describes a schoolgirl dress in gingham and plaid options with a long waist connected to a plaited skirt. Features include a neck facing resembling a tie collar and a bishop sleeve, offered in sizes 8 10 12 and 14 years. Requires four yards of 39 inch fabric for a 14 year size, plus contrasting material for trim. Pattern mailed for 15 cents.
Veal and pork loaf baked two hours in a moderate oven. Chopped veal and pork mixed with egg milk crackers parsley lemon rind and nutmeg then formed into a loaf and topped with pork slices before baking. Serve hot or cold.
The text notes lamb makes a flavorful loaf though rarely used and that veal and lamb broth enrich jellied loaves. It recommends cold boiled potatoes in various preparations and praises canned fish for quick summer dishes. It also mentions ancient Euclid and Hippocrates and describes the round leaved sundew plant trapped in swampy areas.
Until her recent marriage Miss Frances Sheets daughter of Mr and Mrs A H Sheets. Mr and Mrs Ormerod will make their home in Chicago.
The piece describes a broad survey led by Mrs. Charles Sabin of the Woman's Organization for National Prohibition Reform. It details examining speakeasies versus saloons, interviewing workers and families, and challenging temperance norms. It questions traditional white ribbon attitudes and posits temperance groups may hinder social progress.
A new garment described as a sleeve less frock acts as a coat dress, simple to slip into. Made of colored pique or linen it is charming, with double breasted styles gaining popularity.
Fall bags highlight luxurious fabrics including velvet seed pearls needlepoint and brocades with rich calf and antelope hides. Frames showcase dotted marcasite and unusual detailing reflecting a refined accessory trend.
Seagoing toys influence this summer styles with nautical flair. Designers feature wide sailor rousers and sailor collars in lounging pajama sets and sea emblem decorations promising a crisp maritime look for fall.
Turning rugs around once or twice yearly evens wear, preventing worn spots and greatly lengthening rug life.
Autumn footwear emphasizes two tone designs using dual colors or leathers. Reds emerge as a chic vogue in wine and rust shades, guiding the season's stylish numbers.
Colonel Paul V. McNutt national commander of the American Legion and Mrs. McNutt host a dinner in the Leviathan main dining room in honor of General Henri Gouraud. The couple sail tonight for a lengthy tour of Europe.
Kokomo aims to host a concert at the Methodist Episcopal church featuring Miss Miriam Klein who returns from Europe after studying voice in Italy. The Kokomo girl will present a program after a season in Italian grand opera. The performance is scheduled for Monday August 12.
Mrs. M. V. Livingston of Long Beach California and Mrs. Wilbur Johnston of Independence were guests of Mrs. Charles H. Byfield at a Thursday tea. The event featured orchid and blue decor, a Belgian lace cloth, blue tapers, and was hosted by Miss Lucille Connant and Miss Bernice Livingston with a long list of attendees.
A reflective piece weighs the pull of sleeping outside for children against the risks. It recalls warm summers, tents in the yard, and the lure of moonlit freedom, balanced with fears of leaks, fires, kidnappers, or mishaps at 2 a.m. The author urges parents to decide for themselves, acknowledging both nostalgia and responsibility.
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