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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1932
Page
2
A guide to affordable gifts for children and adults with ideas across chinaware, glassware, personal items, and practical items. Suggestions include small decorative pieces, cosmetics, books, stationery, and simple home goods priced under a dollar, plus ideas for gifts for fathers and uncles. The piece ends with a quote on England’s social condition from Carlyle.
Many gifts in furniture are offered for Christmas. Consider for newly married couples and established homes a selection blending with existing decor. Choose comfort first, then fit. consider room style from provincial to modern. Includes chairs, tables, ottomans, mirrors, bedroom sets, and fireplace accessories.
The piece lists chic pet accessories including tropical fish aquariums, ornate canary cages, cedar dog pillows, sleeping boxes, chewy dog toys, and easy to clean feeding dishes. It mentions a historical note about the Chinese emperor changing the name of the Supreme Deity 404 years ago.
A reader guide notes toilet sets now favor compact collections of comb brush and mirror rather than full kits. Silver sets are cheaper due to low metal prices and feature classical designs with cloisonne, gold leaf accents, and enamel. Compositions offer cheaper color options with monogramming possible. Boudoir trays in bronze or silver suit single gifts or perfume sets.
A woman who sews a lot will welcome a gift of pinking shears. A new combined pinking and cutting action saves time and improves appearance on seams. The device is simple to use, requires no skill, and is made of high carbon steel with a nickel finish. It resists rust and has no loose parts.
The article suggests gymnasium equipment as a gift for youths with cellar or attic space, from a punching bag and dumbbells to a rowing machine usable by adults too. It notes expressions of pain and pleasure as part of savages language.
A description outlines various smokers accessories including a chic tray with compartments for cigars and cigarettes, a lighter and removable wall trays. It notes a two place cards and cigarette containers joined by a tray, sold in sets of six or twelve. An odd aside mentions medieval dresses refreshed with precious scents.
A cigarette case that pops cigarettes when its top is pushed back is showcased in a range of art screens and leather finishes. The item is presented as a stylish gift with harmonizing interior décor options and matching waste baskets, screens, and accessories. The piece highlights a modern adventure theme tied to skyward exploration.
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