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The Pocatello Post

Location

Pocatello, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1947

Page

5

New York Dress Institute Names Best Dressed Women

The Duchess of Windsor tops the national poll by the New York Dress Institute for the first time since 1941. Barbara Paley, formerly Barbara Cushing, places second. the former Mrs. Paley dropped from the list after a high profile divorce settlement.

New York Duchess of Windsor William Paley Barbara Cushing New York Dress Institute Stanley Grafton Mortimer, Jr Paley Dorothy Hart Santa Barbara Cal Columbia Broadcasting System Howard Hawks Harrison Williams William Rhinelander Stewart Byron Foy Hawks Geoffrey Gates William Wallace Iaa Claire San Francisco Adam Gimbel Sophie George Schlee Valentina Orson D. Munn Carrie Munn Gilbert Adrian Janet Gaynor Hollywood Adrian Mme Chiang Kai-Shek Leonora Corbett California Oveta Culp Hobby Houston Katherine Endicott Poston Igor Cassini Washington J. D. Lingo Dallas Robert Windfohr Worth Henry Ford II Detroit Leon Mandel Howard Linn Chicago Robert Miller E. du Pont Weir Wilmington Katherine Biddle Philadelphia

Tenth Ward Group Carol Dine Tuesday

The Tenth Ward M. I. A. group of about 70 members caroled on two hayracks drawn by horses with jingle bells. They traveled to the Third Ward church for a chili supper and lively games and dancing. Chairmen were Miss Emma Jo Mikesell Miss Wilma Mikesell and Miss Leonad Potter with assistants listed.

Tenth Ward Folso Third Ward L. J. Potter Joe Bouck Emma Jo Mikesell Wilma Mikesell Leonad Potter Darlene Olson Sue Della Jensen Shirley Owens Mae Alene Hurst Anita Ellette Delcia Lowe la ‘Vern Robbins

Women Doll New Corsets Women Doll New Corsets

Hollywood fashion column reports on outdoor corsets worn by film stars as a trendy gimmick from Beverly Hills designer Ilyana. The look emphasizes cinched waists, visible undergarments, and a dramatic shift from traditional shaping garments to a bold public display.

Virginia McPherson Hollywood Grandma Beverly Hills Ilyana Movieland

Miss Petersen Hosts Tenth Ward Christmas Party

Miss Geraldine Petersen of 907 West Custer hosted the Tenth Ward fireside group for a Christmas party on Sunday evening. Group games awarded high bingo prize to Ms Petersen while Bishop and Mrs Joel Loveland won prizes. Refreshments followed served by the hostess and her mother Mrs Arthur Petersen and Miss Ruth Petersen with many attendees present.

Geraldine Petersen W. Custer Tenth Ward Miss Petersen Bishop Joel Loveland Arthur Petersen Ruth Petersen Erwin Ames N V. Barry Jr Elain Gibson Donetta Hutchison Harley Bates Kenneth Kemp Dale Jenson Kay Highland Ralph Pehrson Frank Welch

Corsets Promise Real Engineering Advantage for Ilyana

Ilyana notes the outfits rely on real engineering with stress and strain considerations. The key benefit is the wearer can lace into the corsets herself, giving them control over fit and support next year.

Ilyana

Pocatello General Announces Next Nursing Class Start

Miss Lloydena Grimes, superintendent, announces the next three year nursing course at Pocatello General Hospital starting January 12, 1948. Tuition board room and other costs are covered. students receive a stipend and follow pre clinical studies at Idaho State College. Interested high school graduates under 35 should contact Miss Grimes at the hospital.

Lloydena Grimes Pocatello General Hospital Miss Grimes Pocatello Idaho State College

Chase on Ten Thousand Dollar Bill Distinction

Salmon P. Chase, secretary of the treasury under Lincoln, is among three men pictured on U S currency without ever serving as president. His likeness appears on the $10 000 bill reflecting this other historic distinction.

Salmon P. Chase Treasury Lincoln United States Chase

Dying Hosiery To A New Dark Shade On A Budget

Practical guide outlines using dark-tone stocking dyes to transform pale nylons into fashionable darker shades. Step by step instructions include washing, dissolving dye, simmering stockings in solution, and rinsing before air drying for a thrift fashion refresh.

Coeds Name Five Best Desert Island Companions

USC coeds under the banner campus leg women pick five men for a desert island fantasy. They nominate Frank Buck Adrian Dr Irving LeRoy Ross Preston Tucker and film actress Hattie McDaniel citing protection glamour engineering and chaperone roles while joking women make better executives.

Hollywood University of Southern California Claudia Garbett USC Frank Buck Adrian Irving LeRoy Ross Beverly Hills Preston Tucker Hattie McDaniel Tyrone Power Clark Gable Gregory Peck Dana Andrews Claudia Buck Preston Tuck

Norman V. Barry Wins High Prize

A Christmas party hosted by Miss Mary Martineau at 406 South Johnson featured Flinch games. Norman V. Barry won the high prize and Miss Hazel Johnson took the consolation award.

Norman V. Barry Mary Martineau South Johnson Flinch Hazel Johnson Marcene Camp N. V. Barry, Jr Bill Reese Allen Blomquist Wally Farnes Norman Y. Barry Jr Mary C. Martineau

Visitors Arrive For Holidays In Pocatello Homes

Pocatello residents host holiday guests including Mr. and Mrs. C. D. McOmber on Polo Line road and Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Teerlinck of Salt Lake City. E. C. Humphry entertains James C. Takis of Sidney Nebraska. Marcene Camp visits from Brigham Young University Provo Utah. Mary Anne McQuillan and Marjorie McQuillan return for Christmas to Salt Lake City from their homes.

C. D. McOmber Polo Line Road Clarence Teerlinck Salt Lake City E. C. Humphry South Johnson Ave James C. Takis Sidney, Nebr Marcene Camp Virgil Camp Fremont St Brigham Young University Provo Utah Mary Anne McQuillan Marjorie McQuillan Holy Cross Hospital J. A. McQuillan

Plan Sunday Buffet With Varied Ice Cream Toppings

Gaynor Maddox suggests a Sunday buffet idea to entertain teens and friends. Use a mix of thawed frozen fruits, jars of jelly, honey, and chocolate to create sundae toppings. Set small dishes for guests to assemble to order with simple combinations like chocolate peppermint sauce and fruit jams.

Gaynor Maddox

Miss Grant Hosts Christmas Party at Whitman Street Home

Miss Elaine Grant of 737 West Whitman hosted a Tuesday evening Christmas party. Holly corsages served as favors and a snowman candle centerpiece ornamented the table. Pinochle was played as guests including Margery Foss Marge Harms Louise Hersh berger Beverly Fry Roberta Rowland Donna Merritt Mrs John Harms Mrs Bert Merritt and Mrs Eugene Grant attended.

Holly Elaine Grant Margery Foss Marge Harms Louise Hershberger Beverly Fry Roberta Rowland Donna Merritt John Harms Bert Merritt Eugene Grant

YWCA Meet Set For January 29

An annual YWCA membership meeting will be held on January 29 with Miss Vivian Matson announcing details. Guest speaker will be Miss Emma Gavitt Boise YWCA executive director and former Greece program director. Further details will be announced.

YWCA Vivian Matson Emma Gavitt Boise Ywca Miss Gavitt Greece Miss Matson

New Motion Picture Camera Hits Record Speed

A new motion picture camera records five million pictures per second, claimed to be ten times faster than any prior high speed camera. This breakthrough promises ultra slow motion for scientific and filmmaking use.

Central Heating May Trigger Mucus Loss And Breathing Cough

A medical note discusses how post nasal drip and chronic mucus buildup arise from factors like central heating and dry indoor air. It explains dry rooms thickening mucus, temperature swings, and nasal blood vessel changes, with limited danger to the stomach and only minor risk to lungs unless coughing becomes excessive.

Edwin J. Jordan M. D

Inter-Club Unit Meets Tuesday at YWCA

The Inter-club Council will meet at 6 15 p m at the YWCA Tuesday Dec 30. Attending clubs include Newcomer's Young Matrons Butterfly and Senior Teen along with their presidents and another member.

YWCA Vivian Matson Newcomer's Club Young Matrons Butterfly Club

Number of blind people in the United States tops 114000

The statistic states that there are 114000 blind persons in the United States, highlighting the scope of visual impairment nationwide and signaling potential needs in services and accessibility.

United States

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