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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1933
Page
10
Observes that simplicity outshines overdone outfits and that restrained attire reflects good taste. Notes that thrift and home-made garments can yield a neat, crisp, fresh look. Warns that extreme styles cost more and invite criticism, urging restraint in fashion choices.
Christine attends the Jill Mordant trial as Parker Holden defends her while a tangle of gangsters and a hospital payroll heist unfolds. Police struggle with limited evidence as Jill faces arrest amid questions of loyalty and murder.
Holden tests witnesses over the Parker murder case as Jill, Christine, and Jeanette attend court in tailored outfits. Christine plots to influence Holden while Jill endures scandal, jealousy, and torn loyalties as media coverage and public attention mount around the trial.
In a tense scene Jill faces a life or death trial as Christine’s diamond and courtroom drama intersect. Reporters crowd the hall as Parker and Holden maneuver through the day. The fashion notes tease new open air styles while lingering on Jill’s fragile hope for sleep and a verdict.
Fragrant powder advertisement touts lew powders ability to reduce pores and improve youthfulness. It highlights pure ingredients and promises noticeable skin improvement with daily use, urging readers to purchase for a dollar.
Mildred Kitchen extols waffles as versatile fillings for meals and Sundays. She advises on seasoned irons, greasing technique, and batter resting to improve rise and flavor. A ready station with utensils and butter cubes supports an informal waffle gathering.
Marian Martin presents Pattern 9484 a spring silhouette with wire dolman sleeves and contrast collar. Order in sizes 12 14 16 18 20 with yardage 3 1 4 + 1 2 for contrast. catalog includes spring fabrics and styles. Catalog and pattern together priced 25 cents. order to San Antonio Light Pattern Department.
Beatrice Fairfax advises against crude pick up methods for meeting someone. The column notes a suitor known to a friend should be introduced, not pursued informally, and questions why men persist with street pick ups. It recalls a breach of promise case where a woman’s claim hinged on the method of initial contact.
A lighthearted snippet describes Flumptitudinous ladies using upper arm swings with Indian clubs to trim bust area and reduce fat around the inner ribs, presenting a playful method for staying slim.
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