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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1941
Page
16
A survey shows local stores focusing on convenient gifts for soldiers and sailors. Popular choices include portable radios, cameras, dressing robes, leather kits, watches, moccasins, first aid kits, and wallet with army insignia, plus edible treats and essential items like writing materials and toiletries.
A column advises on practical gifts for camp bound men including raincoats combs memo pads and serving kits. It notes that photos of girlfriends or families in snappy frames are highly valued by boys on leave and urges early photo sessions. Wearable gifts from local stores are highlighted as welcome items.
Leather envelopes described as sturdy cosmetic kits in varied costume colors. They feature moire lining and organized compartments for lipstick compact comb rouge and a zip pocket for odds and ends with space for everything.
This fashion piece recommends sweaters for Christmas gifts across tastes. It highlights Argyle plaid V-neck and solid versions, peasant embroidered pullovers and cardigans, classic twin lengths, ribbed details, and new brushed wool options for college or career girls. It notes long torso zip-front sequin accents as the season’s highlight.
The piece highlights handbag gifts for all ages from plush muff bags and mini purses for children to leather and evening bags for older women. It notes kitchen and home items like breakfast sets, ranges, and scarce refrigerators as Christmas options and encourages subscriptions to the Journal-World.
A holiday season focus on kitchen improvements suggests families may update the workshop, either complete overhauls or new equipment. The article notes plentiful furnishings may be a last chance this year to invest in home upgrades ahead of Christmas.
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