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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1940
Page
8
Cherie Nicholas notes that modern washable fabrics end shrinking and fading fears for spring dressmaking. Preshrunk broadcloths with floral overprints and striped cottons promise wear and fit, with cute frocks for three year olds and tween styles, featuring patch pockets, bow backs, and pique trims.
A fashionable gay cardigan in heavy soft yarn uses large needles to form a bold checked pattern quickly. Color combos include red and white black and green wine and postman blue. The solid hood piece can be worn as hood or collar with a streamlined elgse style headpiece.
A new type of sweater blends with separate skirts to create smart street frocks. Chosen in skirt-matching colors, they feature novelty knits and ribbed yarns with distinctive shoulder and yoke details. Some designs show Schiaparelli like flapped pockets adorned with gold nuggets or circles and gold fasteners.
A skating ensemble features soft white yarn with bright wool embroidery. It includes a snug cardigan with peasant figures on front panels and matching white mittens. A close-fitting hood ties under the chin and displays embroidered wings on the sides.
A collection of evening wraps inspired by the picturesque fashions of the South in Civil War days showcases an American designer’s work. The garments evoke period silhouettes with modern tailoring and refined fabrics, reflecting regional heritage and historical motifs.
Gray shades evolve from soft dove tones to dark gunmetal for daytime and evening outfits. The piece highlights gray as a versatile color across multiple wardrobe settings and styles.
A blouse-like suede sports jacket features precise stitching that elevates its dressy appearance. The tailored finish emphasizes texture and fit, highlighting craftsmanship in this versatile garment.
Anne Duncan in a chemistry exam cribbing plot clashes with Professor Robert Winton. He suspects cheating but discovers his own portrait in her compact. Heartfelt confession leads to mutual affection and a June graduation as Anne marries Bob. Anne now plans a crib for Bob Jr.
Idaho engineers plot a national park for Hell's Canyon along the Snake River to rival the Grand Canyon. They envision a $12 million all weather highway and claim the canyon exceeds Grand in depth and offers vast mineral wealth, with cooperation from Oregon officials and the Idaho Planning Board.
A booklet titled Easy Entertaining offers Lincoln and Washington birthday menu ideas. Recipes include Lincoln's fruit pies and bonbons, cherry pie a la mode, chocolate fence rails, apricot pie, magic chocolate logs, potato chips, and assorted tea party sandwiches. Instructions cover preparation steps, crusts, fillings, and serving tips with period-appropriate decoration ideas.
A Chicago notice promotes Eleanor Howe's Easy Entertaining pamphlet with party menus and favorite tested recipes. Send 10 cents to 919 North Michigan Ave for a copy. Also, a quick tip suggests pouring castor oil around fern roots to revive a dying house plant.
An article on the crazypatch quilt design by Ruth Wyeth Spears outlines sewing methods using plain and figured silks, embroidery stitches, and silk thread for tying the backing. It promotes her Sewing Booklet No. 2 offering 42 embroidery stitches, patterns, and gift items, with mail-in details for obtaining the book.
A special constable on his inaugural night beat is told to monitor a red light marking the edge of his territory. He fails to report at 3 am and misses the next shift, returning exhausted at 4:30 am claiming the red light led him 43 miles to a moving van with a flat tire.
A reflection on Marcus Aurelius noting that true kindness remains its own reward. He argues against seeking praise or repayment, stating generosity should not be tethered to credit or material recompense.
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