Val Becomes Engaged to Joe Carey
Valentine Macfarlane, daughter of Mile Macfarlane, endures poverty while romance unfolds. Jim Atkinson, a sea captain, woos Millie, then departs to sea, and she copes with hardship. Val falls for Joe Carey, pursues a business course, and is told she is engaged after Joe returns.
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Valentine Macfarlane
Mile Macfarlane
Mile
Jim Atkinson
Millie
Jim
Val
Doe Garey
Joe
Gaboe
Dorothea
Lester
Joe Carey Returns and Val Proclaims Engagement
Val's shy shock at Joe's changed, broader look fades as she greets the successful Minneapolis architect back in town. Joe, playful and steady, teases Val while her aunt Julia notes the strained family dynamics. A whispered engagement to Pearl Neely proves false as Joe confirms plans with Val, leading to a joyous reveal and Val’s tearful happiness.
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Val
Joe
Julia
Pielaner
Minnesota
Pearl Neely
Pearl Neey
Pearl
Ima
St Luc
Mary
Jess
Vallas
Joey
Jocy
Hier
Woonl Mise
Jon
Allehum- Mines
Jos
Shia Janice Fletcher
Mrs. Carey
Advice to Lovelorn By Beatrice Fairfax
Beatrice Fairfax responds to a reader describing a brief beach romance that led to a rushed engagement and a subsequent disappearance. The adviser questions the seriousness of the wooing, cautions against hasty marriage, and suggests the matter may be a vacation prank rather than a genuine proposal.
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Beatrice Fairfax
Miss Fairfax
Marty
Dave
Fashion notes on jackets and dresses for fall wear
A fashion feature discusses new jacket suits and casual wool outfits for cool days, highlighting two chic models with hip-length jackets and overblouses. It contrasts bulky coats with lighter ensembles, explains button and pocket details, and notes crepe materials and crepe Barola. A brief beauty aside addresses skin friction and youth styling.
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Sil
Pattern 9440 Kids Fashion Catalog Ad
An old San Antonio Light page promotes pattern 9440 for girls aged 6 to 14, detailing fabric needs and step by step instructions. It advertises a catalog with junior and children’s styles, nightwear, sportswear, and house dresses, with pricing and mail order details.
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Martin Pall
San Antonio
Choosing the Right Dessert to End a Meal
A discussion on balancing desserts with the main course to control calories. Custards and baked custard are highlighted as versatile options, with methods for making and baking, including eggs milk sugar and flavorings.
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Texas
Custards Steamed Or Baked For Finest Texture
By Mildred Kitchen guidance on making custards notes buttering molds before unmolding, testing with a knife for doneness, and steaming as an alternative to baking. Steaming requires placing cups on a wire rack over boiling water, covering and steaming 20 to 25 minutes for a delicate, quivery set. Serving tips include cold custard with whipped cream or crushed fruit topping.
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Joe Carey
Tor Val
Juia
Minneapolis
Carry
Vivian
Aunt Julia
Joey Carey
Carey
Valentine
Kime Tre
S.p
Tne
Fay King
Alice and
Evelyn
Fay
Lashea
Sen
Atara Hays
Bladen
Otharwine
Marian Martin
Mildred Kitchen
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