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Newspaper
Polk Progress
Location
Polk, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1941
Page
3
A 1941 fashion preview notes no ash patent changes but signals new touches in coats pants and vests. Colors turn duller for camouflage with the draft. pockets enlarge to hold modern essentials including government notices and briefs. Pants grow longer and zippers appear inside suit linings for flexible storage. hats stay similar while bold accessories fade.
The speaker praises Secretary Hull's restraint and humanitarian tone in his Washington to New York remarks. He compares Hull with Hitler, cites Brophy and Wilson on economic cooperation, and urges careful handling of foreign elements and alien refugees amid defense priorities. The piece also notes a Pleasant Garden Party with House members and a Maine trip with governor Sewall.
Kathleen Norris analyzes a Pittsburgh widow's dilemma regarding her 23 year old daughter Sally who was crippled in a party crash. Sally loves Dr Hugh but the mother would transfer the estate to him as a condition for marriage. Norris argues the risk may be worthwhile and that Sally deserves happiness with a steady partner.
A trio plans to steal diamonds by posing as newlyweds and buying silver. The scheme collapses when a detective recognizes the couple after monitoring the attempt, and the jeweler’s snooping uncovers the ruse involving a fake marriage and fake rings. The arrest follows as the gang is restrained from fleeing.
A 24 page guide promises an easy path to learning piano with a life-size keyboard chart. It highlights elements of music and rhythm and includes three favorite pieces for practice.
Readee home service offers a quick course in piano playing from a New York City seller at 635 Sixth Avenue. Enclose 10 cents for a copy.
An overbearing customer critiques many frocks in an exclusive shop. After tiring remarks, the clerk coldly suggests the customer try "the river" to find flowing garments, exposing the nurse and snobbish tone of the exchange.
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