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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1954
Page
3
A column explores personal spending quirks from hats to lingerie and jewelry, noting men forget shirts yet splurge on unused gear. It quotes readers on how hats reveal traits, pairs TV viewing with domestic life, and cites a Philadelphia survey linking TV to major home life changes and easier housework.
New York fashion observers report a global rush to small prints for summer wear led by Queen Elizabeth on tour, with dainty floral and feather patterns in white silks. Designers like Mollie Parnis showcase dots and geometric prints, while linework lace-like prints in black or gray on white or black backgrounds dominate, with large prints fading from postwar popularity.
A family friendly Valentine feature suggests a simple pink frosting white cake with heart shaped pans. It provides a full recipe for a white cake and a pink icing, plus decorating tips using a heart cutout and coconut. Readers are invited to share their own recipes with the paper.
Michael Scott Thomin age two, son of Calvin L Thomin and Phyllis Tulk of 1195 East River Street, obsessed with scribbling moonies. Ronnie Broske five, born in Honolulu, son of George and Mrs. Broske of 231 East Thirteenth Street. George a National Tube Company inspector. Anne Kolasky birthday on April first, daughter of Alfred and Mrs Kolasky of 228 Hayes avenue with younger brother Terrence Kimberly. Gene Allan Nickols five and a half months, son of Elmer Nickols of 114 Clinton avenue. father runs a Lake and Woodland grocery. siblings Jimmy five and Marsha ten.
A Valentine's Day panorama from ancient Rome to today. It traces Saint Valentine legends, 17th century English origins, and the American rise of mass produced cards. It notes 19th century luxury designs, witty and satirical cards, and today’s affordable elaborate tokens for sweethearts and married couples.
Esther Forbes presents Rainbow on the Road a New England tale tracing Jude Rebough and Eddy across Connecticut Massachusetts New Hampshire and Vermont with townscapes of hills streams and villages. Ruth McKenney follows with Far Far from Home in Brussels describing family life and Belgian quirks. A February note celebrates librarian Mary Ingersoll with affectionate reminiscence.
February weather worsens morale but shopping for spring 1954 fashions lifts spirits. Readers are advised to try new hats, lipstick, and bright blues, with modern dress silhouettes, box jackets, and satin or silk ensembles. Accessories include floral jewelry, gloves, and umbrellas to complete a fresh spring look.
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