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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1936
Page
23
Dr Claud North Chrisman discusses poliomyelitis as a summer disease that can strike any age and is not prevented by wealth. He notes epidemics from July to October and highlights President Roosevelt’s battle, stressing the need for prevention through vaccines and greater public awareness.
The article explains that bathing and swimming in warm water aids treatment, with limbs moving more easily and diseased muscles strengthened through immersion. It notes substantial funding from the President's birthday celebration supports experimentation to locate causes and methods to overcome the disease, which affects humans and monkeys, is contagious, and involves spinal fluid testing to determine susceptibility. It cites vaccines from recovered patients or animals showing beneficial preventive effects, especially during epidemics.
The article discusses neural disease affecting spinal cord areas with potential paralysis and recovery through massage and exercise, then shifts to makeup technique covering foundation, rouge placement, powdering, blending, and lipstick application for lasting, natural-looking results. It emphasizes correct lighting, brush use, and avoiding harsh, artificial looks.
A reader asks how romaine lettuce should be served. Answers cover outer leaves for salad and inner heart. The piece also notes attire for a parsonage wedding and whether to enclose at-home cards with wedding notices.
Profile of Gloria Hollister once Beebe’s assistant now working in the Bronx Zoological Park lab. She led a South American expedition last April, discovering a two inch golden frog and a rare bird, and has dived deeper than any woman in the bathysphere.
A 1930s style note describes black felt hats for day wear with high backs and belted bands suitable for shopping trips and town rendezvous. It highlights two versions from Morneux and Molyneux featuring stepped ribbon bands and color contrasts like pinks and wine reds.
A distressed reader asks about removing facial scars and whether to consult a plastic surgeon. The advice suggests visiting a top city hospital for referrals and emphasizes early treatment, then discusses realistic outcomes. It also offers posture and exercise tips for desk workers and mentions beneficial activities like swimming, dancing, tennis, and driving to improve posture and grace.
Practical kitchen plan for entertaining a visiting dad home alone. Lists menus and storage notes, breakfast and lunch ideas, desserts, and easy reheatable mains to ensure he can cook or heat meals short of shopping. Emphasizes prep, labeling, and simple fixtures for a well stocked larder.
New York fashion writers note a shift to high crown silhouettes in fall hats especially sports felts and velours. Directoire influence favors tall cones with indented tips while postilion remains smart for fall suits. Distinct browns like praline cafe soleil and malay introduced for coordination with warm browns greens and navies.
A columnist explains the craft of reading readers letters, noting warmth from sincere writers and caution with insincere notes. She recalls a letter about a girl dating a boy with a bad reputation, revealing themes of trust, secrecy, and parental involvement.
A narrator observes brothers debating a boy’s fighting ability and reflects on how parental belief and encouragement shape a child’s courage. The smaller boy’s pride contrasts with the hesitation of the larger, weaker brother who relies on his sibling’s reputation. The piece argues that speaking to a boy’s defense skills builds confidence and courage.
The piece urges housewives to eat lunch at home with a cheerful mood. It suggests using a lunch tray in the living room near the radio and even bringing along a work basket to mend or do fancy work after the meal, all to encourage relaxation and enjoyment.
A Farfield fashion note outlines fall tweed outfits with tailored shirts in soft spun rayon and woolen texture. Pleated fronts, high collars, and link cuffs complement the range, designed to harmonize with new tweed fabrics.
A reader letters section reflects on Mary who confesses lingering with a younger man, worries over her nervous mother and strict father, and questions her own motives. The columnist suspects boastfulness and warns that clandestine meetings with disreputable boys threaten reputations and futures.
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