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Newspaper
Moulton Eagle
Location
Moulton, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1940
Page
3
Quote by H. E. Manning on discipline and duty. It states that every duty builds obedience, shaping the will, heart, and conscience. Small tasks cultivate a dutiful spirit, and ordinary life can achieve perfection through disciplined living.
A clipped quote pair shows a woman recalling not accepting a marriage proposal from Ronnie, remarking the reason was absence at the time and the other person’s response.
A brief reflection on desire shaping belief suggests intention can mold perception and conviction. It hints at the power of mind over outcome, urging mindful will to steer thoughts toward desired realities.
Bill Corum cites scientists confirming slower burning cigarettes cool and soften the smoke. Camels are described as definitely slower burning with extra mildness flavor and cooling feel. The pitch emphasizes more pleasure per puff and more puffs per pack.
The piece argues against federal funding for selective hospital building in small towns and warns of high ongoing costs. It questions reliance on Allied promises and critiques history of aid to small nations, urging self-reliance and skepticism of European diplomacy. It also discusses women workers and married life, noting changed domestic roles.
The column sketches tax and debt stalemate, Rooney’s DC visit with Miss Joseph, Gardner praising Rivers, NYA tours by Stokowski, and mixed 1940 political outlooks. It notes Alaska as a mood barometer and GOP undercurrents with Dewey Taft Vandenberg plans.
Fashion writer Cherie Nicholas previews spring footwear from a Chicago shoe fair noting back decorated heels, open toes, and varied heel heights. Leathers include patent, gabardine blends, suede, and reptilian textures with bluejacket blues and Malib u beige colors leading the palette.
A sheer monotone pastel blouse in pale blue pink or wheat pairs with a dark rich fabric skirt. Details include a high neck full sleeves and a wide corselet waist. Nepetny unveils silk or cotton chemister blouses trimmed with feather stitched braid nacro shell buttons and a matching turban.
Milliners showcase spring headpieces featuring pastel felts and gay fabrics. Sailor themed designs are popular with turbans styled to match blouses or accessories. Many hats tilt over the face, spotlighting back views, while snoods bandeaux and ribbon fittings ensure fit and chic charm.
The article suggests house coats and hostess gowns should reflect personality. It notes that homebound women favor pretty cheerful pastels while careerwomen prefer darker reds blues and wines for practicality and style.
Copper and white are attractive for a rainy day ensemble. A copper gabardine trench coat is paired with white rubbers and a transparent copper toned umbrella with an ivory tusk handle. A lapel pin features white celluloid ducks.
A Barbara Bell pattern 1889 B offers a smart sports frock with pockets, front buttons, wide belt, and sleeves cut with the shoulder. Sizes 12 to 20 with busts 30 to 38 inches, available in wool crepe silk or cotton, requires specific yardage, 15 cents for pattern and mailing details to Chicago.
A fragmentary page recalls diners trading ironic jests about inedible sauces and cabinet shaped puddings. The quirky banter captures a period humor tone, reflecting social dining manners and slang of the era.
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