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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1939
Page
11
CLAUD NORTH CHRISMAN, M.D. urges thorough prereturn home checks after vacation. He warns attic clutter hosts disease germs, emphasizes cleaning furnace chimneys electrical fixtures and gas joints, and suggests daylight arrival to avoid hazards from unoccupied homes. He also advises disposing of unnecessary items to reduce fire and health risks.
A humorous piece argues against clutter and larger storage, noting that excess items invite mice moths and vermin. It advises simplifying living space for a carefree vacation, urging readers to tidy, secure doors, and forget housekeeping during time away.
Harriet resists bedtime and chores in a growing phase of asserting independence. The article notes her behavior signals developing individuality rather than mere naughtiness. It advises simplifying routines and reasoning with her about essential tasks, offering gentle guidance and future promises to encourage compliance.
Beauty miracles can be accomplished while you take things easy in the summer. Sit in the sun with oil on your hair and scalp for about half an hour, then shampoo. Apply softening cream before sunbathing to let rays drive it into the skin. Home alone, walk barefoot on the lawn for cooling foot exercise and a pleasant skin treatment.
A reported tip from the New York State Department of Agriculture and Business Economics describes placing a candle stub or bar of soap along the sliding edges of dresser drawers to reduce friction. The method aids in pulling drawers in and out smoothly even when heavily loaded, according to the advisory.
Paris fashion notes describe a forward tilted hat trend with bustles and up in back silhouettes. Beavers and fur hats appear, with Phrygian cap inspirations and bold plumage, ribbons, and ostrich trims. Color stories favor greens browns reds and bright accents, with large soft bags and gold frame details in handbags.
The article describes Eleanor Holm maintaining her hair after swimming exhibitions. She dries her long bob with a towel, combs and styles the waves, and keeps her shine with regular brushing. She uses a hot oil shampoo occasionally to offset sun and water drying effects.
A vintage guide urges parents to plan child-friendly picnic lunches before school starts. It suggests simple, nourishing items like bread and butter sandwiches, lettuce and tomato, deviled eggs, fresh fruit, and cookies, plus ideas for a home soda fountain with rotating drink recipes.
Short Cuts offers a simple method to sharpen scissors by cutting along full blade length with sandpaper. It notes using fresh, canned, or dried fruits for jams and preserves and advises including fish in meals for low calories and high protein. Small cutters like stars or crescents aid salad garnishes.
A note titled Those Homely Girls is presented with a male champion reference. The text appears as a playful reader message from Marian Mays Martin, including a letter from a man and excerpts of general interest.
A Chicago interview with Madeleine Carroll reveals a rare blend of beauty and brains as she discusses her career, age, and views on Hollywood. The piece notes her British voice, recent work on My Love For Yours, plans to divorce her husband Captain Astley, and reflections on how beauty often masks intelligence in the business world.
Jacqueline Hunt explains hair on the face is common and not a beauty flaw. Bleaching lightens fine hairs with a 17 volume peroxide mix, while depilatories and tweezers offer options. Repeated bleaching shortens and lightens growth. wax strips and creams require careful timing for best results.
The piece argues Hollywood favors talent and upkeep over youth and looks. It notes many stars gain fame later, often through grooming and savvy, while some fail when charm fades. It also reflects visitors praising American beauty and New York’s refined finish.
Dorothy Lowell, stage and radio leading lady, shares a sunburn nose cure she calls a Rob in Hood Nose. She suggests placing a large leaf from a nearby tree bush over the nose and securing it with the bridge of sunglasses. The aim is a lighthearted, non unsightly look.
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