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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1939
Page
6
Art critique style description outlines two sewing patterns 2860 and 8568. Details include a comfortable morning frock with four buttons and scallops, two neckline variations, options in gingham percale linen calico, and a basque frock with slip included designed as a practical pattern for busy mothers.
A home sewing note promotes two way patterns for girls outfits with frocks in challis and velveteen plus a matching slip. Patterns No 1860 and No 8568 list sizes and yardage for fabrics and trims including collars, binding and ruffles. Orders can be sent to The Sewing Circle Pattern Dept Room 1324 Chicago. Price is 15 cents each.
A profile of John C. Garand, creator of the Garand rifle, detailing its development from a Coney Island shooting gallery to a standard army weapon, its nine pound weight, sixty rounds per minute fire rate, and impact on U.S. firepower. Also notes European planners dreaming of a federated Europe and Polish leader General Sikorski’s role in shaping future Europe.
Fashion writers report lace joining fabric to create versatile gowns. Three lace with fabric dresses showcase lace yokes, sheer wool, draped lines, and rhinestone accents for day or afternoon wear. Black lace dominates with a trend toward black sheer frocks trimmed in lace, plus lace accessories and dramatic bows.
Anna Jacob of Woodside New York relays a harrowing July 21 1918 incident in Passaic New Jersey where a drunken four foot tall pet ape escaped its cage and menaced a neighbor's sleeping child. Anna fought the beast with an apple picker for hours to keep the infant safe until the owner returned and recovered the animal. The tale echoes Poe and ends with praise for Anna's courage.
A woman showcases a chic look with a new small style hat that features a draped jersey brim and fur crown. Fly-away multicolored feathers trim the hat, while mulberry gloves and a suede bag with an ornate interior complete the coordinated outfit.
Ornate two piece evening dress tops a floor length skirt in black velvet or silk. A sweater with sequin embroidery or a basque jacket of brocade or metal cloth completes the look. Necklines vary from low to high with rhinestone details and decorative fastenings.
The peg-top silhouette recalls 1914 with wearable day time wools and silk crepes. Pockets placed to create the peg-top look. back fullness has eased into a pleasant silhouette with cluster pleats a flat bow or shirring.
The piece features small and large gold hearts linked in a romantic chain. At the center front, three golden arrows extend from the chain, each tipped with a large hollow heart for a decorative focal point.
Brass buttons are dominating winter fashion with thousands adorning outfits. White evening coats fastened with brass, especially military style, are popular among younger shoppers. Resort wear also signals brass button use ahead of the season.
Paint authorities cite cracking and sealing as key weathering factors. Excess hard pigments heavy coats oily mixes and cheap oils create brittle films. Improper priming peeling old coats and long repaint intervals worsen decay in wooden surfaces.
Instructions describe making spool toys including a doll and dog figure from spools linked by wire. It notes the release of Sewing Books No 4 and 10 cent editions of Nos 1 3, offering quilt block patterns by Mrs Spears and a price list with mail order details.
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