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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1953
Page
7
A 20 year old writer asks Dear Mary Haworth whether to trust Paul who wavered between engagements and a more steady George who proposes. The advice notes Paul lacks resolve and emotional intimacy while George offers stability, urging move toward lasting commitment with George and away from Paul.
A 1950s style ad touts FASTEETH an improved alkaline powder to keep false teeth firmer and more comfortable. It promises soothing cooling effects on gums and reduced embarrassment from loose plates, urging readers to buy FASTEETH at any drug store.
The article lists washable fabrics like Orion and wool skirts popular among schoolgirls, describes bright felt appliqués, and offers stain removal and care tips. It includes household advice on drying chenille and wool, preventing dirt on clothing, paint mixing from coffee tins, and simple kitchen serving ideas.
A 1960s style home dinner feature presents a pineapple rich chicken curry with glazed pineapple and almonds served over hot rice. The recipe uses onion celery curry powder cream soup sour cream and chutney to produce a flavorful dish for six portions.
Ruth Millett notes both sexes misunderstand each other despite Kinsey’s findings. The column argues that spouses focus on changing the other rather than understanding motives, urging honesty and exploration of why each acts as they do.
A brief guidance column advises coughs and colds should not excuse poor grooming. It recommends nightly nose cream to avoid redness, brushing hair, dry shampoo, witch hazel, light rouge and eye makeup, and careful disposal of used tissues in a small bag.
Pertussin claims to stimulate Nature's cough-easing action, loosening phlegm and breaking up coughing spells. The advertisement cites doctors' prescriptions and implies broad effectiveness for coughs and related symptoms.
Detroit report cites James C. Houk president of the Michigan Shoe Retailers Assn saying in ten years the average women's shoe size rose from 6 to 7 2. He attributes this to teenagers wearing moccasins and loafers allowing normal foot growth.
A promotional notice from the Excelsior Institute in Excelsior Springs Missouri urges men from 1000 communities with glandular inflammation symptoms to seek non surgical treatment. It touts the condition as constitutional, warns of neglect leading to senility, offers a free book with proven non surgical methods, and provides Dept 3112 mailing details with no obligation.
A letter arguing against high sewer charges tied to water use. It cites leaks and large families as causes for excessive bills, urges implementing a maximum sewer service charge to ensure fairness, and calls for action to support a city sewer reform.
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