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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1942
Page
8
The excerpt discusses a proposed all purpose ration book allowing holders to use one book for various shortage items such as gas, paint, onions, and more. OPA officials question practicality and what the book would cover while citizens debate its usefulness amid wartime controls.
The Cherie Nicholas guide highlights a wool-like rayon jersey trend seen on campuses and in sports circles. Natural beige tones, stitch details, and new textures like velveteens and corduroys define autumn outfits. Embroidered camisoles and raffia embroidery on green jersey dresses refresh daywear and dates, while patriotic L-85 styles align with wartime mood.
A writer discusses how divorce politics hinge on children, arguing that divorces harm innocent kids and that wives with sons or daughters face agonizing choices. He warns against publicizing divorces and stresses stability, affection, and shared home life to preserve family welfare.
Fashion copy extols a beige hollow cut corduroy coat as smart and desirable for students. It stresses wartime rationing, duty to support the army, and a fashionable bloused top with ample pockets though notes unpressed pleats are prone to wear.
The fall and winter fashion updates introduce the jewelry dress where jewels are embroidered into the gown or coat as an integral feature. Black crepe styles use real pearl embroidery while other frocks add colorful stones simulating jewelry. Designs include necklace dresses lapel and shoulder ornaments and bracelet dresses with stones extending along the sleeve.
Dance frocks with embroidery and lace gain prominence as dressier wear for army furloughs. The season emphasizes decorative, rich gowns, lighter lingerie pieces, and netting fabrics as part of the all-day party attire for soldiers and social events.
The piece argues that a wife choosing divorce to solve marital problems risks greater unhappiness and potential harm to children, urging she preserve calm, protect the home’s serenity, and avoid undermining the husband’s confidence. It contends superficial happiness is worse than divorce, labeling divorce as the lesser evil.
A troubled speaker laments impending separation as two women, Alma and Sally, face looming changes. She recalls friendship and innocence, then questions the future after Alma’s planned move to a southern California grand scheme. The passage hints at sorrow, choice, and consequences for all involved.
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