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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

Jan 24, 1968

Page

11

Wall Coverings and Murals Brighten Small Rooms

The article extols wallpaper and murals to enlarge and enliven small spaces. It advises DIY prep and professional help, outlines design tips for lighting and pattern use, and notes that simple rooms can be transformed for under 50 dollars with careful estimates at the site.

Snow Spa Secrets for Skiers Protect Skin on Slopes

Pros swear by baby oil to prevent chapping and aid tanning on sunny powder days. Apply a light coat to the face before hitting the slopes for a smoother, moisturized complexion.

Shampoo History Scrutinized in Hindi Root Meaning

A note on traditional shampoo rituals highlighting a scalp massage as part of the routine. The etymology traces shampoo to a North Indian Hindi term meaning to press or massage, explaining the origin of the anglicized word.

Grape Additions Brighten Creamed Chicken and Seafood

Seedless green grapes come in buffet size cans and add a delightful flavor when stirred into creamed chicken or seafood dishes. Drain grapes before using to finish the dish.

New Uses for Propane Torch Spark Safer Cooking Trend

A quirky feature notes a propane torch widely accepted for mailing by the post office being used to brown a meringue crisp steaks and singe fowl and game while belts take center stage in spring fashion. Belts dominate coats suits and dresses with varied widths and materials.

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Conrad Rooks Tells How Drugs Tore His Life Apart

The article profiles Conrad Rooks detailing his drug past from marijuana to LSD, his rise to fame with the film Chappaqua, and how he used a $750,000 inheritance to make the movie as a catharsis. He describes family dynamics, early approval, and a sleep treatment in Switzerland that cured his addiction.

Vivian Brown Conrad Rooks Rooks Chappaqua N.Y Fifth Avenue New York Daily News Conrad Third Avenue Switzerland

Legacy of a rugged pioneer remembered in film notes

Conrad took the movie cameras to Kansas so his grandmother could view them before she died. He recalls a rugged 85 year old woman who broke her leg and set it herself, and her pioneer family stories of sleeping under the stars and helping settle the land.

Conrad Kansas

Velveteen for Toddlers Dye Safe and Easy to Wash

Velveteen remains the top fabric for toddlers dress up and party wear this season. It is sturdy and washable while maintaining rich colors. Hand wash to prevent color transfer, use warm suds, rinse, and drip dry. For touch ups, iron with a press cloth kept above the fabric.

Restoring a Bent Aluminum Pan by Gentle Heating

When an aluminum pan bulges from excessive heating, re flare is avoided by slow heating. Once hot, tap the bottom lightly with a hammer to flatten the bulges and true the pan.

Bulletproof Vest Sold in London for $300

A London store offers a woman's bullet-proof vest made of drip-dry nylon and titanium for 300 dollars. The product’s purpose remains undisclosed.

London

Free Samples Drive Women to Buy New Products Says Survey

A survey finds that free samples top the reasons women purchase new products, beating recommendations from friends and relatives. The result highlights sampling as a key marketing driver influencing female shoppers.

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