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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1962
Page
5
Fashion coverage highlights feminine silhouettes and curves with airy fabrics and soft lines. The article notes waistline emphasis, princess and sheath styles, wide belts, and long lines influenced by riding jackets, plus fluttering ruffles and lace accents across 1962 styles.
The spring story centers on suits with jackets from boleros to Chanel styles and skirts in varied silhouettes. Fly-away jackets and back details shape the line while fabrics emphasize texture with wools, silks, and blends in whites through pale hues to bright tones.
A breezy spring fashion feature from St Tropez notes nautical themes in resort wear. Blouses, flared pants, and tucked or cut tops pair with jackets and lace accents to create a feminine, sunlit deck look for leisure and sportswear.
The spring lingerie presentation highlights light prints, airy drapery and apricot hues across slips, lounge dresses and matching ensembles. Silk tricot and cottons mix softly with embroidery, eyelets and ruffles. Novel silhouettes include empire-line shifts, puffed tops, wide-leg pants and front-button styles for easy wear.
Shoes for every occasion embrace square toe silhouettes with many colors and leathers. Pumps moccasins sandals and slip-ons feature square shapes with stacked heels. Pointed toes remain available in numerous styles.
Five Lorain residents charged with suspected, unnamed offenses were released on $300 bond each. Individuals named include Eugene Harris from Canton Avenue, Melvin Swrenzy from East Zed Street, Mary Jane Aiello from Broadway, and Joseph Shannon from Lorain Drive. A second charge for having no driver’s license is listed for Harris. The group was taken into custody at Plaza Shopping Center. A hearing is set for 10:30 am Wednesday.
Leather handbags follow a new soft feminine trend with compact shapes and rounded bases. Indylike curves and demi-shoulder styles in antiqued or patent leather appear in neutral tones and carnival colors including red blue white greens yellow and apricot.
4-H members gather at the home of Mrs. Frank Stang, advisor, to meet The South Ridge SoloEttes. Participants include Karen Drosec and Lynette Teewexytc.
Tradition meets modern design as spring bridal fashion highlights new silhouettes. Princess and shirtwaist gowns return with flex waistlines and varied skirt shapes, while Watteau trains and Empire waists shape the look. Fabrics include cotton pique linen silk organza and chiffon with jacket covers and removable gowns trending. Elbow-grazing sleeves remain popular for the season.
Mim Joan Ziegler of Oluo Fuel Gal Company addressed the Altar and Rosary Society at Immaculate Conception Church. She used hats as illustration to discuss the natural gas industry and described a new process for making gas into energy.
Thieves forced a door at the Columbia Auto Wrecking Co on Jacquay Road taking $8 in cash and $175 worth of car parts and accessories. Lawrence Behringer, operator, reported the burglary to the sheriff's department. A car radio and tools were among the stolen items.
Navy dominates color choices while rebounding toward feminine lines in spring coats. Redingote and cape coats lead a slimming, slightly flared silhouette with princess line shaping. Pastel hues from almond to powder blue highlight a broad palette.
John A Wood is elected president of the Oberlin Chamber of Commerce succeeding James F. Long Wood also takes over as proprietor of Ross Lumber Co. Other officers include Walter E. Reeves as vice president Lee Orndorff as treasurer and Mrs Fasher Sperry reelected secretary.
The season brings Pillbox and Turban styles along with wide and narrow brims. Designers showcase varied silhouettes from tall to tiny hats with flowers and leaves, soft drapes, and sheer fabrics. Textile choices include straw and felts with textured contrasts for a feminine mood.
Jewelry for a bridal portrait should coordinate with the gown and headpiece. Elaborate headpieces may negate earrings unless the hairstyle reveals the earlobes. Delicate diamond and pearl droplets are common sentimental gifts, and the bride should wear her engagement ring for the portrait.
The piece invites a full spectrum of spring color in fashion noting appealing hues from fruit colors like oranges apricots peaches and melons to reds pinks and blues. It highlights greens citrus tones and neutrals including black gray beige and brown as key seasonal guests.
Thur Wardlow, 54, of 136 Lowell Street, pleaded guilty and sought probation after a December incident described as a hooting attack involving Lester Coleman during the January 6 period. Prosecutors described the act as a reckless threat.
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