Givenchy Unveils Spring Knit Fashion in Olives and Orlon
Paris AP reports Thubert de Givenchy previews a spring collection featuring new Orion yard textures in olive tones and glossy knits. Dramatic outfits use shaggy orlon yarns, fringe trims, and bulky sweaters paired with slim skirts, belts, and checkerboard brushed wool details for day to evening wear.
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Thubert de Givenchy
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Keep Crisp Handkerchiefs Offer Quick Germ Defense
An old-fashioned tip promotes using white handkerchiefs to prevent cold germs spreading. The article notes the value of clean, crisp handkerchiefs and cautions against worn or grubby ones, urging readers to keep them spotless and neat.
Designs for Living by LFA DROW
Cleaning an oven is a common chore and new ovens feature top access and removable shelves for easy washing. Wall ovens with a drop down door offer convenient cleaning plus smoother work surfaces in kitchen design. Free tips on kitchen planning are offered by AEM Reawn through The Troy Record.
Memory and Matrimony in a Bawdy Riff on Forgetfulness
A rambunctious, obscure critique of wives and memory laced with sharp sarcasm. It riffs on forgetfulness as a weapon in domestic spats, citing trains, groceries, and petty grievances as a husband’s strategized battles. The piece mocks selective memory and old scandals, closing with a chaotic collage of家庭 anecdotes and innuendo.
Clothes Quiz By BET BLAIR
A reader asks Miss Blair about building a versatile wardrobe for dining and dancing events. Suggestions include a light blue sweater with a matching skirt for luncheon and a beige or brown crepe or silk blouse with a boxy suit for a dinner party, emphasizing dressy sleeves and suitable tones.
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Be Smartly Groomed All Occasion Shirt Dress Front
The ad promotes a pattern for a smartly groomed all occasion shirt dress with rollup sleeves and yoked back. It notes sizes and bust measurements, instructs sending 5 cents and name details to Burnett at Troy Record for the Spring Summer 81 pattern sales, with additional postage for mailing and fashion magazine issues.
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Sie Burnett
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Practical Spring Cleaning Plan From a Home Expert
Lynn Elson advises spreading spring cleaning into small, year round tasks to avoid clutter. She suggests auditing storage spaces, discarding seldom used items, and reorganizing for easy access. Pack seasonal items on top shelves, store travel gear together, and keep frequently used utensils ready near work areas.
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Lynn Elson
Make Use Of Antique Jewelry In Your Wardrobe
Dr Ernest G Osborne shares fashion tips from an old scrapbook advising to make use of antique jewelry and worn clothing details. He suggests checking patterns for matched plaids, testing linings, and using shoe pads for quick shine. He also advises flattering styles for body types and notes a child choosing friends over lunch.
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Allce
Democratic Women Plan Food Sale in Rensselaer County
The Democratic Women’s Club of Rensselaer County organized a February meeting at Democratic headquarters in the Hotel Proy. A Friday sale is set for February 13 at H. S. Green Store 248rd Street from 10 am to 6 pm with cochairmen Mrs. Kenneth Brock and Mrs. Harold Allen. New committee chairs include Mrs. Charles Holcomb telephone Mrs. Iseline Madden equipment and Mrs. Anthony Pavtundi arrangements. President Mrs. Thomas A. Bowen announced next session March 4 at 8 pm.
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Harold Allen
Charles Holcomb
Iseline Madden
Amhony Paftundi
Thomas A. Bowen
Parents Debate How Much To Choose Kids Friends
The piece weighs whether parents should actively select their children’s friends or let youths decide. It argues against overbearing judgments and notes children typically choose their own companions, while pushing certain peers risks opposition and backfire.
Local Social Roundup From Rhinebeek to Wynantskill
Mr and Mrs Edward Hansen and family of Rhinebeek hosted guests with William Hansen and Harold Coons Jr. at various dinners and visits. 4 H leader Dorence Hanney attended a lesson in Wynantskill while Sr visited Mrs Arthur Bone Steele. Schodack First Reformed Church held its consistory meeting at the chapel.
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Rhinebeek
William Hansen
Harold Coons Jr
Henry Decker
Nassat
Edward Rothermel
Warren Mann
Nancy Jean
Kindershook
Fred Mann
Robert Fiezon
Brookview
Dorenee J
Germantown
Chester Munk
Sadie Hervick
Knollwood Nursing Home
Fruits Make Fine Starter For Dinner
Fruit fresh fruits combine with sparkling canned fruit cocktail to start a dinner or end a meal. Diced red apple and orange segments add bright flavor. For custards in a water bath bake at 325 degrees for about 40 minutes. Glazed sweet potatoes suit ham or chicken and use two tablespoons sugar and one tablespoon melted butter per cooked potato. Sweetbreads should be simmered in water before use.
Spring Handbags Move Into Soft Leathers and Color
The spring handbag trend favors gay colors and soft leathers with jeweled or gold closures. Expect bright pinks, blues, greens, and beiges in satchels, pouches, and medium to large bags with simple, elegant design and minimal adornment.
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