WCTU Keeps Growing Branches Beyond Prohibition Era
In Evanston AP report, the Women's Christian Temperance Union remains active and expanding into new areas. The title notes the group’s historic role in Prohibition and its ongoing struggle to curb liquor, beer and wine consumption beyond its former national influence.
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Chris J. Harper
Evanston
Women’s Christian Temperance Union
WCTU
America
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Storm windows and doors vary in design and cost but can cut energy use. Permanent triple track units stay in place for year round use, while plastic sheets can create dead air space to insulate. Sealing with caulking and proper venting helps efficiency and long life, with custom options costing more but fitting better.
Cardboard Barrel Reused To Make Toy Box
A reader describes saving money by repurposing a large heavy cardboard barrel from a cleaning product into a toy box. She notes preparation steps and painting to finish the project.
Aviance Night Sparks Domestic Comedy and Temperance Debate
A humorously blunt narrative describes a late night Aviance fragrance moment as a dog licks perfume and a husband complains about a plastic glass. The piece shifts to editor’s note on inflation and then profiles the Women’s Christian Temperance Union’s history and current efforts against alcohol and drugs.
WCTU Chief Calls for New Blood in Temperance Movement
Mrs. Stanley, elected president last year, leads a national temperance group with about 35 staff and a $300,000 annual budget. She wants younger women in leadership while Rosalita Leonard of Evanston, 30, backs fresh tactics and says a restatement may be needed to revive the movement.
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United States
Edith Stanley
America
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Indiana
National Promotions
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Rosalita Leonard
Evanston
Youth Temperance Council
Camels Return to Fashion Runway Ahead of Fall
A revival of camel hair fabrics returns to the fashion scene with designers listing camel as a key fabric for fall. Once a 1930s favorite, camel hair leather and felt are courting renewed attention among haute couture houses and streetwear labels alike.
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