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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1938
Page
2
Fashion columnist Cherie Nicholas urges lavish fur displays this winter noting detachable fur trends including neckpieces muffs hats and fur trimmed coats. Describes styles from wide fur collars to sailor neckpieces and velvet or cloth coats paired with fur accessories highlighted in a Western Newspaper Union release.
Two Scotsmen waiting for a train notice a very modern young woman with rouge lipstick and powder walking along the platform. One whispers to the other and the reply laments that their country is in need of less top-dressing and more substance.
Ice blue brocade in a tulip motif forms a stately gown with a tight bodice elbow-length puffed sleeves and bustle back. A ruby and gold pendant pin graces the heart shaped neckline reflecting this season's fabric elegance.
A demure black velvet bonnet features stiff side wings to frame the face and a tiny mink bow as its sole trim. The design emphasizes a severe, refined look.
Luxurious white fox and deep jewel toned velvet form a new line of evening wraps. Fitted and flared coats feature modified back fullness and are offered in black carnelian red and purple. Some styles show full length tuxedo bands of fox and muff like openings.
A beige camel hair jacket in swagger style pairs with a heavy wool plaid skirt. The coat features a removable navy plaid parka hood to match the skirt and a four inch extra wide waistband. Navy shoes, gloves, and a cherry red brushed wool sweater complete the outfit.
The evening sweater is promoted for young girls with a low heart shaped neckline and off the shoulder puffed sleeves. It features a nipped-in waist and festive embellishments including iridescent sequins gold nailheads crystal buttons and gold braid trim.
Rufus claims he made two shirts from one yard of fabric. A friend asks how many yards it takes, and Rufus proudly replies that he has two shirts from a single yard. The anecdote highlights clever tailoring and humorous boast.
A humorous exchange features a son asking to do homework and a dad declining. A later quip about retirement planning and a diner coffee joke add to the lighthearted banter. The snippets evoke casual daily life and quippy humor.
A hostess offers Johnny a second piece of cake and asks about appetite. He answers that his decline stems from politeness rather than loss of appetite.
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