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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1954
Page
3
New York report notes a novelty umbrella hat worn without a handle, held by an elastic headband and snap closure. Nat Biderman cites Japanese sun protectors as inspiration, with fabrics like polka dots and stripes. He plans child versions with nursery rhymes, folds compactly into a handbag. Michigan ranks seventh in population but third in college enrollments.
Almost twenty northern teens will model the newest youth fashions at the Elyrias Youth Center back-to-school fashion show on August 25 at the American Legion Home. The Fay Company and The Fitch Company supply outfits for both girls and boys. Gene Rugman and his Dukes will play, with Mrs. J. N. Min Race as general chair and advisory roles by Mrs. Earl J Lance and others.
New York fashion note highlights Jacques Fath presenting fall stockings with button studded seams along the outer leg for eye catching effect. Tiny black buttons and velvet seam endings along the thigh create a distinctive line for the season.
A newspaper columnist argues that the 13th is an ill omen yet questions superstition. He notes recent months blamed on public figures, from crop surpluses to election results, and even the weather as evidence of misplaced blame.
East Berlin women press officials for Western chic despite limits, prompting staged fashion shows and the adoption of Paris and Fifth Avenue styles. Official names shift to Western sounding labels as Geneva-suitable outfits appear, while serviceable Western cuts become available only under pressure.
A quirky piece riffs on a gizmo called the Disappearing Clothesline a retractable five-line rack housed in aluminum that tucks away like a window shade. The writer muses on modern life fears legends Little People East German design markets and odd household fantasies mixing humor with social commentary.
Last year Fath drew attention for leopard printed stockings. His 1954 collection shifts toward more dressy, refined designs with less dizzying flair.
Elyria Country Club hosts its annual summer format with Clint Noble leading a 12 piece orchestra for a Night In Vienna. Eight o clock dinner with Viennese dishes, a dancing exhibition by two Viennese dancers, and cocktails at seven set the festive mood for members.
A new portable hi fi phono graph called Musicale debuts for Hi Fi fans. It features three speakers and comes in five color patterns including gray red tan wild west, pastel toy annual design, and three floral designs. The device is compact yet powerful and marketed with leather like plastic accents.
Grant Michigan feature on Mrs. Mattie Love showing hobbyists how to craft perfume from flower bases in olive oil and salt sun infusion, then alcohol for storage. Bath salts blend rock salt alcohol and cologne for easy home scenting guidance.
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