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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1944
Page
3
War induced stocking shortages spur demand for anklets as women workers swap long hose for shorter coverings. Fay Stocking Co president W H Van Oster cites high demand and limited materials under rationing. Factory capacity could meet a ready market if labor and supplies align, with WPA orders intensifying early 1941 demand.
The Day's Hardware and Music Store reports strong shopper interest in its gifts department driven by appliances, home insulation, and festive housewares. Manager Scott and Emma Fitzpatrick promote Christmas novelties, while customers from Cleveland and Norwalk browse a wide selection of decorative items, dishes, and unusual salt and pepper shakers.
Government order issued August 1 requires every coal user to cut consumption by ten percent for the period from April last year to April 1945. The limit affects coal shipments to dealers and prompts a surge in home insulation as a fuel-saving measure, with Elyria Lumber and Coal Co referenced in the report.
Mrs. Harry Schwind, with four decades in picture purchase and framing, advises frames should blend with both picture and wall to enhance overall decor. She notes many overemphasize art selection while neglecting framing, which undermines beauty. Frames should match size shape color and subject matter, with subdued dark tones for backgrounds and lighter key tones for others.
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