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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1966
Page
4
Guidance on using glazed versus clay pots for houseplants. Glazed pots may overwater since they don’t breathe, while clay pots dry out more, reducing root oxygen. Water when soil is slightly dry. Also notes castor oil not beneficial as fertilizer and recommends liquid plant foods.
A reader asks if frosted nail polish worsens cracked nails and is advised to use two non frost base coats and two coats of frost shade. Another reader questions daughter’s heavy eye makeup. guidance favors natural brows pale shading and subtle eyeliner with mascara, reserving false lashes for evening wear.
Mr and Mrs Frank Sicko and family have returned home after visiting Miss Vivian Keado in Maryland. Mrs Paul Bethel is convalescing at home following a spell in St Clare s Hospital Schenectady. Mr and Mrs H Charles Ruthraff and children Amy Terry Sherry and Julie of Hagerstown Md are visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs Anthony Nosal and family. Mrs Ruthraff and Mrs Nosal are sisters.
Summer heat and humidity foster mildew growth in homes especially in poorly aired areas. Keep closets drawers and basements clean and dry, ventilate kitchens baths and laundry, use fans, leave doors open, and consider moisture absorbers or humidifiers. Several local families and individuals are noted visiting or attending events in the area.
A go everywhere dress in sizes 10 to 20 with soft kimono sleeves and a color contrast sash. Pattern No. 8352 by Patt-O-Rama is available for 50 cents, with order details and printing instructions for Sue Burnett at The Troy Record.
The column notes growing emphasis on foreign languages in schools from primary grades with Spanish and French taught. A mother describes using a play based method to teach Spanish to her children, making cards and flashing games to keep kids engaged and avoid a formal study vibe. Also reports on local club meeting and several brief community notices and travels of residents.
New healing substance Bio-Dyne offers cure without surgery and relieves itching and pain. Preparations H suppositories and ointment with applicator are sold at drug counters.
The piece surveys daytime fashion for fall and winter, highlighting sweaters and T shirts as key looks. It notes versatile silhouettes and color tones expected to trend across seasonal wardrobes.
A medical column explains umbilical hernias arise from weak abdominal muscle closure and are not caused by birth. Most close by age one. many large cases disappear by age five. Surgery is optional if asymptomatic, but may be needed if the hernia persists past ages three to five or enlarges.
Schodack The Hudson Valley 5 H ers 4 Club begins a series of riding clinics at the Cross residence Castleton RD 1 with an outdoor cookery lesson for members and families. The lesson is led by Mr Cross and Miss Susan Mesick. Castleton Cloverettes 4 H Club held a picnic and swim party at the Ross home on Anderson Avenue Castleton with members Christine Van DeVal Janet Shufelt Susan Mesick and Mary Mesick listed among participants.
Mrs G L Mesick Jr led food prep for the club as part of the Ad ventures in Dinners project with Leaders Mrs Stanley Shufelt and Mrs Franklin Van D.Wal present. The Schodack Mobile Home League meets Wednesday at 8 p.m. at the Schodack Valley Rod and Gun Club Rt 150. John Deffigos of the State Commerce planning office will speak on Town Planning and Subdivisions. G Rodney Slater, league program chairman, says a discussion will follow.
A new over the counter tablet Bronkaid combines an expectorant and bronchodilator to loosen phlegm and relax tightened bronchial muscles. The ad promises rapid and long lasting relief from coughing and wheezing with improved breathing, urging readers to buy Bronkaid Tablets at local drug stores from Drew Pharmacal Co., Inc. based in New York.
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