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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1954
Page
8
A 22 year old husband writes that he cannot express love to his 23 year old wife Jeanie after eight months of marriage. The columnist suggests mutual immaturity and repressed emotion as the core issue and advises self search and counseling to improve intimacy.
Pattern 9051 by Marian Martin offers Misses sizes 12 to 42 with size 16 requiring 4 yards of 35 inch fabric. Includes illustrated Sew Chart and instructions. Send 35 cents plus 5 cents for lat mailing to News Journal pattern dept in New York and Middletown, Ohio with name address zone size and style number.
Old Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts fuels a 20th century upholstery revival. A textile firm sends designers to study colonial tools and crafts to create fabrics for chairs and couches. The recreated village showcases original buildings, trades like blacksmithing and weaving, and period furnishings shaping contemporary taste.
A feature portrait explores Mrs. Brown who cannot say no and is overwhelmed by requests from family and organizations. Her fear of refusal leads to overcommitment, hollow social life, and a cycle of obligation that harms her and her husband until she learns to set boundaries.
Dress advice suggests extra white linen collars for quick freshness and stitching. Printed provosols offer sun or rain protection this summer. Pair linen dresses with nylon pastel stockings and delicate sandals. Cardigan replaces coat on weekends. Stainless steel flatware care and small mends kept handy prevent wardrobe and home issues.
Embroiderers urged to send 25 cents for a 32 by 44 inch Zoo parade quilt pattern with 4 embroidery transfers and applique pieces plus 5 cents per pattern for 1st class mail. Also promote Laura Wheeler 1954 Needlecraft Catalog with 20 cents for a copy.
The article notes cotton joins washable permanently pleated fabrics alongside nylon and onion as a smart summer option. Narrow knife pleats appear on plan and printed cottons with dresses featuring bouffant skirts and various necklines. Separates pair with pleated trimmed blouses, and cool nightwear uses pleated cotton, all low maintenance and pretty.
Wash pleated or ruffed clothes by swishing through soapsuds and rinsing. Handle gently to avoid collapsing permanent pleats. After washing drip dry, hang on shaped hangers, then smooth pleats with fingers. No ironing needed when dry.
A historical tip recommends adding two tablespoons of milk per pound of ground beef to keep hamburgers juicy. It suggests topping with a mixture of chili sauce pickle relish and prepared horseradish on toasted buttered buns.
A young generation enjoys a milk drink made with milk and two tablespoons of maple syrup poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Sugar wafers accompany the treat for a light summer refreshment.
A simple brunch idea features spread toast topped with deviled ham and chive seasoned scrambled eggs. The combination offers a savory, herb bright plate suitable for a casual morning meal.
Zemo antiseptic claims rapid relief from itchy skin rashes by stopping scratching and promoting faster healing. Advertises Huggtr Strength Zemo for stubborn cases with emphasis on prompt action and clear skin recovery.
Practical tip for repainting furniture states that removing the knob before painting aids coverage and prevents paint from sticking to hardware. This simple step helps achieve a cleaner finish and reduces touch ups.
The texte presents Mrs Dennis Day praising Blue Bonnet margarine for nutrition and flavor. She notes it contains vitamins A and D and calls it an economical food source that benefits her children. The ad promotes Blue Bonnet as superior in flavor and nutrition.
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