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Newspaper
Rolfe Arrow
Location
Rolfe, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1939
Page
8
The Sewing Cycle Pattern Dept in Chicago advertises dress patterns No. 1762 and No. 1742 with sizes from 14 to 652 and fabric yardage details for voile georgette or chiffon options. Prices and order address included.
A reflective line states individuals are sent into the world to do their own work and bear their own burden which only they can perform, and which cannot be shared or done by others.
Delicate Swiss organdies and sheer Swiss or cottons dominate the season with romantic silhouettes. Cutout embroidered organdies in geometric and floral patterns create youthful frocks with basques and full skirts. Deep garnet and pale blue tones showcase transparent fabrics in dinner and evening gowns.
Silk suit imports and summer ensembles in Paris showcase tailored jackets with silk braid trim. The style emphasizes classic distinction across fabrics such as bengaline moire and black weaves, with close competition among designers.
The fashion scene is seeing a renewed bustle influence with Paris couturiers promoting fullness at the back. Designers returning from Paris say many gowns feature a bustle back, big waistline bows, and hip drapery ending in a back bustle, mainly in formal evening wear and select afternoon dresses.
Fashion notes highlight matching parent and child outfits with identical shirtwaists and dresses. Designers showcase monotone weaves and striped washable crepe looks for both mother and daughter, emphasizing coordinated tailoring and color.
A brief fashion note highlights a current trend toward softer feminine silhouettes with fullness, flounces, and gathered details. The piece mentions waves and movement influencing styling, particularly in tailored suits becoming more feminine.
A reader describes a simple dav enport frame built from three wooden boxes with an inner spring mattress fit. Instructions note cushions from bound newspapers and cotton covering. Also advertised are sewing books priced at 15 cents each plus a quilt leaflet offer, with orders directed to Mrs. Spears in Chicago.
The quote notes organized crime being driven from power as cities progress toward extermination. It credits public demand for integrity and notes that clean government can be good politics, reflecting political reform sentiments from New York District Attorney Thomas E. Dewey.
Henry Van Dyke writes of unexpected joys hidden in ordinary lives. The piece frames resilience against odds as a hopeful, timeless message.
The set covers Holy Grail fiscal year dirigible air rights motionless stars suction cups ducks wetness bale weight and buffalo versus bison. Answers clarify timeframes vehicle direction right of way flight rules gravity and animal taxonomy with concise explanations.
The item described as the vessel used by Christ at the Last Supper appears in legend as the sacred platter or cup. The record notes its association with the biblical event and its place in religious lore.
A collection of quips on pride and poverty notes Americans’ belief in superiority, the sedative power of work, and the social vanity of wealth. It cites editorials and observations about editors, philosophers, and kings, highlighting irony about privilege and happiness.
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