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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1941
Page
6
CHERIE NICHOLAS II presents a spring plaid parade featuring bold color stories for coats capes jackets and dresses. The showcase highlights black and white wool plaids soft pastel tones long coats dramatic capes tailored jackets and plaid surcoats with chic ensembles for varied weather and occasions.
The season shows a move toward an all in one sleeve with bodice or yoke. A Chinese influence and smart dolman sleeves are evident. The pictured sleeve runs seamlessly from the shoulder through the yoke. A Russian styled white linen blouse and a peplum flare skirt accompany the look.
A Hawaii inspired wave sweeps fashion with front page social news. Dr Gladys returning from Hawaii cites the hula as transformative while Tina Leser debuts prints including lei, Lauai fern, undersea fish patterns and pineapple motifs. Sarongs rise in spring collections across major stores.
Pumps remain the most flattering shoe and this season feature bows for every occasion. Patent or leather bows suit the tailored street look, ribbon grosgrain dresses, perforated leather adds decoration, and sequin or rhinestone bows accessorize the dressiest wear.
A Western yarn by Abe Lang unfolds with humor and bravado about a 19th century Apache attack. An Easterner challenges the sheriff’s tale, prompting Abe to recount a lifelong gunfighter’s brush with danger and a limp from a battle wound. The clash ends with a moral about truth and pride.
In Kirbyville, Texas, mule trader T. G. Hicks recalls mules sold two decades ago and has traded for over 25 years. His memory for mule faces and names, along with his claim of a tolerable square deal, draws travelers and locals to his business. Hicks boasts honesty about ages and uses persuasive trade tactics taught to his wranglers.
Lesson subjects and Scripture texts selected and copyrighted by International Council of Religious Education, used by permission.
Practical kitchen and home care tips include soaking potatoes in cold water before frying for crispness and testing eggs by cracking into a cup first. Kerosene can soften boots and shoes dried by water, and a dry cloth is better than a damp one for lifting hot dishes. Ammonia in water can clear smoky room air overnight.
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