Co ordinators and morale rise in wartime jest
A humorous interview sketches Elmer Twitchell aiming to be a federal co ordinator for a wide range of activities from squat tag to leap frog. The piece amusingly lists other coordinators from card tricks to kite flying, notes a civilian casualty feature, and ends with a satirical sign about wartime pricing and steak.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Twitchell
Washington
Elmer
Twitchell
Chidsey
U. S
Lem
Insanitary specter terrifies child at home
A mother tells her son a visitor seeks her, the child reports the man resembles a person yet claims to be an insanitary specter, bringing a moment of fear into the front garden entrance.
Remodeling and home repair tips from a keeper of old house wisdom
An old farmhouse remodeling case moves stairs to improve fire safety. Advice covers attic wool storage moisture, preparing old paint for repairs, rain pipe odors, white brick crust, and smoothing peeling ceilings with proper prep rather than thick plastic coatings.
Arrangements for a Lovely Wedding Guide
War era guide outlines proper etiquette for wedding expenses and attire. It promotes formal and informal dress options for bride groom and guests and provides instructions for ceremony and reception. Readers are invited to order the 32 page booklet for detailed guidance.
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Ima Dodo
War Board
Dodo
Tompkins Harris
Joe Brocato
OUR Comic
Peter Peeve
Toul
J. Millar Watl
By C. M. Payne
Joe
Roger B. Whitman
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New York
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Lydia E. Pinkham
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Doans
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