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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1949
Page
8
Laundry shirt boards, the cardboard backings from shirts, are praised as versatile for children crafts painting and drawing projects. They also serve as painting guides, window painting aids, nursery decor, and practical uses in kitchens, basements, and during cleaning and food prep.
Homeowners often convert bathrooms into clothes drying spaces but many lack proper racks or fixtures. The piece suggests installing portable or wall mounted racks to create a functional, dual purpose bathroom.
An article by Dr Ernest G Osborne offers practical, low profile solutions for home drying in bathrooms using ceramic tile hooks and a tub ladder, plus a grocery shopping idea to teach children responsibility. It discusses easy, inexpensive improvements and the value of family involvement in routine chores.
A frugal foyer makeover shows how to turn a dull entrance into a welcoming space. An old dresser is rebuilt into a gilt accented storage chest, a mirror is refreshed with a gilt border, and plywood panels with pressed wood carvings create a luxe look for minimal cost.
A woman reflects on the puzzling dynamics of gender and social behaviors. She questions why she feels jealousy and distrust toward other women, yet enjoys shared meals with men, and why household rituals rise to the level of performance for guests and spouses.
Quick family meal idea using ten ounce cans of ready cooked hamburger patties. Roll biscuit dough rounds, sandwich patties between dough, bake at 450 degrees for about 15 minutes until browned, serve with gravy or tomato cheese sauce.
A famed beautician warns severe sunburn ages skin and urges older women to avoid tanning the face and neck while safely tanning shoulders and limbs. She advises matching makeup to tawny shoulders and legs and using tinted products to hide sun exposure.
Dear Wiss Woodward I’ve been going steady but a move is coming. Should we stay together until he leaves or break up now to avoid hurt and still have fun while he’s around. If we stay will I forget him more easily when he moves.
An issue features a do it yourself embroidery pattern 7914 with instructions and pricing, plus a mailbox catalog offer. It also includes Dear Miss Woodward guidance about eighteenth birthday privileges and dating norms, advising that independence comes with trust and parental guidance remains important.
A large moisture resistant paper bag fits over an oil mop head in the broom closet. It protects other brooms and brushes from oil stains and prevents the mop from drying out.
An article discusses infant sleep comfort and safe practice. It extols breathable plastic diaper covers and two-night diapers for uninterrupted rest, plus lightweight blankets to prevent overheating. It also asks for decorating advice with furniture and lighting color schemes.
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