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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1950
Page
5
Fashion notes describe popular Victorian fabrics revived in lighter weights and new textures. Faille shifts to tissue weight for draping and summer wear, Ottoman and bengaline appear in refined wool rayon blends for coats, suits, and dresses. Designers favor black, navy, and subtle hues with rich texture supporting varied silhouettes.
In a fashion guidance column, Beth Blair answers a teen’s questions on flattering silhouettes for 1950s suits and separates, suggesting wider skirted options and belted cropped jackets. A reader asks about wearing white to a wedding and Blair cautions it should not upstage the bride.
Historical note describes preserving beet color by slow gentle cooking until tender and slightly underdone for a bright red finish. It emphasizes minimal stirring and careful heat to avoid color loss while achieving crisp texture.
Elizabeth Woodward offers guidance on secrets and silence among teens. A thirteen year old seeks help about her brother's kiss with a girl while a girl wonders how to speak up when hurt. Woodward counsels keeping private matters private and communicating calmly with trusted adults.
Dr Ernest G Osborne reflects on parental curiosity about children, urging balance between interest and privacy. He notes parents often crave every detail of a child’s life, while children seek independence, and stresses thoughtful sharing and trust within families. He cautions against overexposure and encourages respectful communication.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions holds shaping overtones for curling and preperona whined rest. references Hoothalene and vaniiia with unclear context. Entities and specifics are obscured, limiting precise summary.
A guide outlines denier as the weight and thickness of nylon yarns used in stockings. It notes higher denier means stronger fabric, lists common deniers such as 7 15 30 40 50 130, and explains gauges and needles affect knit closeness and fit for comfort and appearance. It also mentions prewar trends toward heavier nylons and women’s preferences for sheer or sturdy hosiery.
A cryptic OCR fragment references Kale in menus and tweets with stray words about meat and duty. The readable bits imply a food or campus context but lack clear events, people, or organizations to identify.
A trend toward lighter_weight fabrics dominates recent travel wardrobes. Woolens and worsteds offer lightness porosity and looks, with feather_weight coats like Meeces maintaining softness and depth. The new travel woolens promise multi climate comfort crease resistance and easy care for busy schedules and long trips.
Advice urges moisturising skin during illness to prevent dryness and cracking. Recommend thick lanolin based creams and generous in-bed use, with precautions about applying while in bed and keeping skin hydrated when unwell.
An advertisement offers a fifteen inch scarf crochet pattern in cotton No 30 for trays, with instructions and photos. It promotes an improved pattern list and directs readers to send coins and their details to The Troy Record Household Arts Dept. The notice claims a best ever Alice Brooks catalog and free sample pattern.
Rayon nylon blends offer lighter weight warmth and quick drying properties ideal for spring wear. Blends with wool or cotton enhance strength and color, with rayon reducing weight while maintaining insulation. The satin like finish mimics worsted suits and resists wrinkles for budget friendly tailoring.
A lunchbox packing note suggests combining a sweet sandwich as dessert with fruit. Cream cheese and pineapple jam pair well with nut bread, while cream cheese and currant or grape jelly suit raisin bread. Fruit should accompany the dessert portion.
A new foamy powder shampoo cleans hair without sticky residue and works in hard water. Packaged in a shaker top, a thimbleful lathers with a quick rinse, leaving no grayish cast on dark lingerie. Handy for travelers, it doubles as a cleanser for stockings and other delicate garments.
A fragmented note describes crumb topping made with buttered bread crumbs, suggesting they pair with vegetables like asparagus and broccoli. The text warns against stalling and implies colors and textures may dull if not served promptly.
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