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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1949
Page
11
A nursery needs practical durable flooring that complements decor. Linoleum tiles fully cover floors, but a bright colorful rug over the base can add spice while maintaining a neat, spotless look. Designers have focused on wallpaper and furniture and now consider floor coverings.
An article discusses a circular wool rug for nursery decor with circus motifs including elephants and a ball, noting color schemes and textural features. It blends with nursery decor while suggesting a cosmetic tip about applying powder to the face using a skin-matching shade.
Fashion notes advertise seam free hose designed to remain invisible with non slipping heels. It highlights color options from navy to champagne and advises washing instructions to maintain smooth even appearance. Named brands and hues emphasize versatility with suits and evening wear.
The article urges housewives to extend personal style from living areas to work rooms and laundry spaces. It advises pastel colors, reflective clay tile, light rugs, corner benches, and streamlined furniture to brighten utility rooms, increase storage, and create a cheerful, efficient home.
A Dr. Ernest G. Osborne essay on family discipline argues that delaying punishment until the father arrives wastes timely control. It warns that using Dad as a distant threat can breed fear and dislike, reducing effective parenting and creating a punitive image of the father.
A boy nicknamed Bob laments that the most sought after girls refuse affection on dates. He concludes they are unsociable and too clever to rush intimacy, while praising their dignity. The piece promotes a booklet titled WHY NECK for broader reader insight through the newspaper.
A reader asks if a cape fashion suits a short figure and Miss Blau advises a well proportioned cape that extends just below shoulder tips and hugs the shoulders. She suggests aqua faille or softer fabrics, a smart hat or hairdo, and notes capes can flatter slim figures without swamp.
The text advises washing silk items only when labeled washable with a mild soap and careful handling. Avoid rubbing or twisting, gently squeeze out water, and consider dry cleaning for thorough cleaning. If washing, rinse well, roll in a towel to remove moisture, then press on the wrong side to reduce wrinkles.
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