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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1950
Page
10
The article urges early planting of hardy shrubs to promote development. It notes that cold or unseasonable weather should not delay nursery stock planting, which can begin as soon as the frost leaves the ground while plants remain dormant, with good results possible throughout the planting season.
A nursemaid style article advises giving a baby a small corner or niche in the home as a private space. It suggests a screened, calm area with a cradle, bathinette, and photos to create security, especially for working mothers aiming for regular sleep and feeding schedules. It also notes worsted fabrics and their hard finish for clothing.
The article urges planting in ground during late season to maximize growing weather benefits while cautioning about tender plants. It notes trees and shrubs tolerate unseasonable warmth, advises slower, long term growth over rapid late planting, and cites Pennsylvania State College findings that normal rainfall yields better turf than constant overwatering. It includes practical maintenance tips: clean up debris, roll soil when friable, fertilize early, and mow high at about two inches.
Slow long moist cooking makes tougher cuts tender. For stew pot roast or Swiss steak tomatoes aid tenderizing as their acid works with the meat.
A historical sketch describes the elbow swing as a popular dance move. It shows a man and a lady swinging with variations where women or two women may lead, and outlines how callers direct each couple or pair to perform the elbow swing in home positions.
Instructional piece describes a social dance called the pop weasel, step by step with two partners, how couples rotate, and how leading dancers are popped through. It discusses dating dynamics and social status linked to dancing with popular partners.
A textile firm markets 12 color coordinated knitwear sets including V neck sweaters and matching socks in cashmere blends. The line aims to simplify shopping for men and women with easy color pairing for Father’s Day and birthdays.
Fashion leaders showcase pint size outfits with organdie and dotted Swiss fabrics. Knee length skirts replace shorter dresses while boys wear white and pastel tailored fabrics. washable materials and easy care keep children crisp through the season.
A review of chrome furniture showcases extended banquet tables with slender pedestal bases and automatic extension tops. New styles include gold plated finishes, textured chair fabrics, and plastic tops with simulated wood grains. Tables extend from 23 by 36 inches to 72 inches and seat up to twelve.
Springtime glamor comes to furniture with new slipcovers. Modern fabrics in patterns and solids suit any room and style. They can be custom made or home sewn, requiring tailoring and durable, color fast materials. Chintz cretonne cotton rep crash denim and heavy linen are ideal. avoid overwhelming large rooms with bold florals.
The article notes plastics remain dominant in new chairs but are more decorative with stripes and florals. Host and hostess chairs gain upholstered arms and curved shapes. Advances in chrome plating and electronic welding improve beauty and durability, making chrome furniture affordable, easy to clean, and increasingly central to current design.
The article advises choosing dining room furniture with future use in mind. It recommends avoiding a full eight to ten piece suite for small apartments and suggests selecting a well designed coordinated set that fits the room and can expand across rooms later.
An old formatted notice promotes an indoor garden crochet pattern for pansy chairs and spider web design. It advertises pattern 7403 with crochet directions, charts, photos, and complete instructions. Readers are asked to send twenty cents to The Troy Record for the pattern and catalog details.
A piece advises parents on talking to children about separation or divorce. It stresses honesty, acknowledges pain, and suggests maintaining steady routines and fair treatment by both parents to protect the child’s emotional well being.
A compact menu excerpt highlights roast loin pork with roast potatoes and cole slaw as a main dish. It suggests baking a loaf of pineapple bran bread as an extra accompaniment to complete the meal.
The guide recommends using a ladle to portion vegetables puddings and some main dishes. This ensures uniform serving sizes for every plate and reduces waste and inconsistency in meals.
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