Making Motherhood Safe for Mothers in National Study
A nationwide study by the Children's Bureau outlines definite facts and calls for a public, multi-group effort to improve maternal health. It stresses shared responsibility among medical professionals, public health groups, and families, with a Maternal Welfare Committee coordinating instruction, prenatal and postnatal care, diet, and hospitalization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claud North Chrisman
M. D. Qur
Children’s Bureau
Washington
Ae Wind
TNE Pyong Wit
Weicausasse
American Legion
Rotary
Kiwanis
Lions Clubs
National Children’s Bureau
Short Cuts for Spring Cleaning Upholstery Care
Short cuts to a thorough spring clean include a shampoo that cleans brightens and kills moths while disinfecting upholstery and rugs. Apply with a brush then rinse away dirt and consider adding Epsom salts to wash colored fabrics to prevent fading or running.
Gray Chiffon And Jewelry In Evening Fashions
The article surveys late 1920s evening wear emphasizing gray chiffon, headpieces, and costume jewelry. It highlights Hindu and Chinese inspired brooches, East Indian motifs, buckles on belts, Lanvin rings, and draped gowns with center-front accoutrements. It also notes coat adaptations and fabric bindings for evening silhouettes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
HADES of Prohibition Leads to Moderation Council
Profiles for Today surveys Everett Colby a New York lawyer who heads the Council of Moderation a ten year educational drive toward temperance through education not legislation Colby aided reform causes including initiative referendum and woman suffrage and advocates the World Court while serving as a World War I veteran major with a blue blood background.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Council of Moderation
Everett Colby
New York
Mr. Colby
Clarence Darrow
Coley
West Orange
New Jersey
Colby
Woodrow Wilson
Herote
Guide to Charm Special Care Is Needed for Noses In Sun
Nose care tips for sun exposure and skin texture focus on pore tightening scrubbing and gentle cleansing. The article advises warm to hot water, astringents, cotton pads, powder bases, and light sunscreen to prevent shine, with a brief note on a beauty leaflet for brides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacqueline Hunt
Modes and Manners: Noisy eating and table manners
A reader asks why many people make noise when eating and whether firm puddings should be eaten with a spoon or fork. The reply notes that noisiness may reflect mistaken judgments about others and advocates noiseless mastication. The second question seeks guidance on utensil choice for firm puddings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O.L
Helen
Beauty tips for neck relief and eye care
A reader cites sagging eyes headaches and nervous tension. The advice suggests glasses may help or that she is a nervous type needing relaxation. It prescribes neck stretches with the spine straight, head rotations, and gentle under-eye massage with cream and cool pads to reduce fatigue.
Dishes for Today Gelatin Has Other Uses But Dessert
Gelatin crystals offer versatile uses beyond desserts. From cooling soups to extended leftovers, even small amounts can feed many guests. Try fruit soup by soaking gelatin in juices, adding pineapple and orange pulp, and chilling in a round bowl for a refreshing starter.
Jellied Ham Molds and Gelatine Recipes For Dinner
A lunch menu and several dessert and mold recipes with instructions for jelly ham molds vegetable salad and chocolate drops. The jellied ham molds use canned pineapple and paprika while the vegetable ring mold combines carrots celery peas and chives and the chocolate drops mix chocolate condensed milk and dried apricots baked briefly.
You and Your Child and the Thirty Five Year Old Bachelor
A column discusses Paul Popenoe of the Los Angeles Institute of Family Relations on marriageable men under thirty five versus older bachelors. It covers women's dating choices, the idea of remaking a spouse, and practical paths for younger women to marry, plus a parental lesson about teaching children to seek information rather than shouting. The piece includes Q and A style guidance for readers and notes Mrs. Martin will respond to general questions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marian Mays
Martin
Paul Popenoe
Los Angeles Institute of Family Relations
Jane Herbert Goward
Philip
Mother
Los Angeles Institute
Keeping Gas Bills Down While Cooking
Advice to cut gas costs by turning burners down once food starts, using appropriately sized pans, keeping tight lids to conserve heat, and using multiple pans when possible. Do not heat more water than needed or heat food longer than necessary.
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New Movement
DE. Chrisman
Irene Vat
Talbot Lake
Guide To
Velvet
Judith Wilson
Mrs. Martin
Mrs. Goward
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