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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1955
Page
7
A reader asks how to handle a dominant partner who berates her with insults and control. She reflects on a split with Ralph after years of his constant criticism and rigid demands while she, a business professional, questions reconciliation and seeks guidance on managing the domineering dynamic.
The pattern 9343 offers a cotton cover-up that converts to a terrycloth coat for summer wear. It includes a handy pocket and a sew chart, with sizes 12 through 20 and fabric yardage details. Send 35 cents to Marian Martin Middletown Ohio Journal pattern department for mail order.
This letter argues that tolerating insults in pursuit of love betrays emotional integrity. The writer cites Ralph as a toxic partner and advises ending congeniality, urging professional help for him while preserving self respect and truth. The tone mirrors personal advice columns from a historical newspaper.
Practical guide on preserving garment care tags for laundering. Encourages describing each tag with garment identity and keeping near washing equipment. Advises future reference if uncertainties arise about washing instructions.
White Plains family restyles a cluttered living room into a simple modern space. Mantel becomes a focal point with a fresh flower arrangement and a single family photo. Sofa area gains teak tables and a larger coffee table while mirrors and crowded shelves are removed. Walls receive pale textured wallpaper in soft yellow green and a rural stair wall scene for depth. Plain gold shot draperies replace busy stripes to enhance spaciousness.
Pattern 801 provides two sizes for a 10x12 inch tote. Send 25 cents for pattern and 5 cents extra for first class mailing. Mail to Needlecraft Dept Old Chelsea Station New York NY. Include name address zone and PATTERN NUMBER. Also offer Laura Wheeler Needlecraft Catalog 1955 with 25 cent copy price.
Washable light switch plates made of glass or ceramic tile can be cleaned by sudsing with a cloth or sponge. If they are made of metal, follow this washing with a brisk polishing.
A new cone shaped garment bag made of clear plastic with embossed taffeta trim stores bulky crinolines. The petticoat is rolled and slipped into the bag waistband first and the bag can be hung in the closet.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets offer gentle relief tonight as a pure vegetable laxative. The physician formulated tablets ease gas bloating and constipation and promote a natural feeling of comfort and well being.
A home feature discusses common appliance cord repairs nicknamed life-lines and offers safety tips to unplug with the switch or pull straight if no switch exists. It also advises storing cords clean and unbent. The page then lists Tomorrow's menu items including Grapefruit Chicken Casserole Marengo, Hominy Grits, Green Peas, Blueberry Crisp and a detailed Marengo recipe and Nut Crumble mix.
A kitchen note suggests serving meat with hominy grits seasoned by sauteed green pepper and pimientos for a flavorful pairing.
A columnist questions Ava Gardner credentials on sex appeal and argues sex appeal is a healthy aspect of life only with maturity, honor, and the ability to love. The piece critiques relying on stars for guidance and calls for teaching responsible views on intimacy.
Various cleaning mixtures may be used to clean windows. Clear water or clear water with ammonia, or dissolved washing soda in water, work well. On very cold days cloths moistened with wood alcohol clean efficiently but costly. Soap leaves a film and is less satisfactory. clean when the sun is not shining directly to avoid streaks.
Advertises Blue Lustre as a gentle foam cleaner that preserves original colors on carpets and upholstery. Claims it lifts dirt without sogging or leaving residue and is easy and inexpensive to use. Multiple product mentions and benefits are described.
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