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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1941
Page
3
A reflection on happiness as a civic duty. It argues that personal happiness aids others and that society improves when people learn to pursue both happiness and duty. The quote attributes the idea to Sir John Lute.
A compact antique note on modesty praising its beauty yet warning that a single glance can imperil pure affection, attributed to Tupper. The piece reflects moral sentiment and reflects Victorian tone on virtue and restraint.
Nashville football scouts evaluate the 1940 season, naming Minnesota and Fordham as toughest to beat. They project Notre Dame and Georgia strong backs, Texas as a leader in the Southwest, and note losses and shifts at Michigan and Nebraska while Tennessee under Coach Neyland stands prominent.
A veteran coach group forecasts the 1941 season with Fordham favored by scouts over Navy, and a general mixup behind. They expect Stanford to lead the Far West with Washington close, while Yale may surprise under Spike Nelson. Purdue, Army, Navy, Stanford and notable schools draw anticipated big crowds.
Fashion notes describe honey colored wool jackets with allover embroidery and brass buttons, plaid jackets in red black and white, and tailored hats. The piece highlights plaids for everything, bold buttons, pheasant feathers, and velvet trims, noting college campus wear and travel outfits as key themes.
A vintage description highlights a dress described as perfect for a date, featuring a lipstick bar-pin gadget at the lapel. The deep peacock blue velour fabric is accented with bright wool embroidery around a square neckline, suggesting a compact, convenient accessory for women.
Fashion notes emphasize hats with large brims and veils, including back coverage through snoods or concealing designs. Feathers in various colors and materials like pheasant quills highlight the season, with all feather hats making a statement alongside traditional felts.
The dressy afternoon black ensemble is forecast to repeat its triumphs this autumn. Fringe trims and velvet bands appear on refined looks while ultra styles favor fine fabrics and new dolman sleeves. Black dresses stay stylish with jet embroidery and simple elegance, retaining its classic appeal.
A wartime letter recounts a confusing day system with colored flags and unclear outcomes. The writer jokes about observers and umpires, mentions dust, heat, and longing for home, and notes letters from loved ones missing. He references Iceland, Terland, and a 24 hour day, ending with reflections on war humor and politics.
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