Fur Trimmed Short Jacketed Suit Dominates Fall Fashion
Fashion notes praise a fur trimmed hip length short jacket suit with velvet and satin blouses, highlighting duvetyne crepe and plush furs like nutria and silver fox. Describes velvet dominance, bold color combos, reversible jackets, and ermine trims in Western Union fashion column from Paris trends.
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Winter glove muff becomes acrobatic
The winter glove muff expands its use with elbow-high cuffs that resemble coat sleeves. When folded back and snapped, it forms a muff without hiding the sleeve design. The glove can be turned inward to lie across the head, while the cuff becomes a hat held by a decorative fastener.
New Hat Trimmings Herald Fresh Millinery Styles
Milliners await new trimmings as collections reserve space for updated fashion. A supple black felt toque features a turned brim and draped crown secured by a red plastic and metal motif. A grenat felt cloche displays rayon stitches and a half conic plastic-fastened crown.
Alluring Hosiery Trends Forecast for Winter
Deeper shades of hosiery are expected to be popular this winter as black stockings return in revival. Off-black shades outsell pure black and deep mahogany brown matches both black and brown outfits. Evening hose trend darker than last year with suntan tones favored over natural skin tones.
Dolman Sleeves Highlight New Coat Silhouette
Cherie Nicholas notes the latest coats feature dolman sleeves with oversized, fine shaped arms. The model wears a red taffeta frock beneath, matching the wood cloaking of the wrap, with blue fox trim at the collar and sleeves.
Roosevelt plans shift from relief to work creation in recovery push
Washington considers sweeping changes to national recovery policy as the Roosevelt administration moves away from direct monetary relief toward job programs. The plan includes housing subsidies and rural rehabilitation, with total costs potentially in the billions and a goal of reducing dole through private construction revival. Senator Nye launches an unusual tour pushing for government ownership of war production to avert conflicts, while banks begin easing loan rules to spur credit amid uncertain times.
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When Old Rome Went to Polls
The Kansas City Star notes that ancient Rome mirrored nineteenth century American voting with public displays and spectacles. Candidates announced candidacy in ceremonial robes, greeted voters, and courted plebs with lavish shows. Minor officials funded gladiatorial games and races to boost political standing, while theaters served as the stage for public opinion and rhetoric. The piece highlights how popular theater could mark political shifts based on audience reactions.
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French investigator probes science aging in Renius study
French investigator Philip Lasseur analyzes the Revue Generale des Sciences to argue that the age of renius shapes the nature of scientific discoveries, suggesting a link between scientific progress and the era's influences.
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