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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1950
Page
20
A makeup expert warns that bright summer fashion shades clash with existing lipstick and rouge. He advises matcing a lipstick wardrobe of multiple shades to harmonize with bold outfits and notes specific color pairings for redheads, blondes, browns, and brunettes to maintain flattering appearances.
Makers introduce a pole cloth system for handbags and shoes that clean polish and preserve leather. The impregnated wax cloths promise a mirror finish even far from a shine kit, packaged in small folders like lipstick cases for purse storage.
A mother introduces a simple six bean penalty system to enforce table rules. Each time a child breaks a rule, a jelly bean is given to the sibling who points out the error. An adult referee judges true violations. Rewards and pride soon shape better manners.
Health note explains how some suntan products claim to screen skin yet allow tanning. It warns 20 minutes at noon can cause minimal reddening, 80 minutes vivid redness, 100 minutes painful burn, and 200 minutes blistering burn with variations for blondes and redheads. It notes UV intensity rises near water and in southern states during warmer months, advising moderation to avoid wrinkles and irregular pigmentation.
Essay on parental change, peer influence, and individual choice. It argues that youths feel pressure to conform to social crowds while urging readers to trust their own good taste and set personal boundaries when crowds push too far.
The piece warns against turning a family trip into hard labor. It suggests avoiding overambitious daily distances that start fights and draining chores onto one person. It advises sharing planning, leaving cares behind, and resisting keeping a strict home routine while traveling.
Child specialists note cheap household items aid play and training. A galvanized wash tub becomes a sailing toy or bath accessory with decals, kept away from furnishings. Parents should supervise water play and repurpose old pans for children while chores become teaching moments.
The note outlines using Grades AA and A for punching frying or cooking eggs in the shell and using Grades B0 and C in products where appearance and delicate texture matter less. It emphasizes selecting grades by purpose and handling for quality outcomes.
An advertisement showcases a junior date dress in a dainty satin frock style with buttons at the waist front and bordered pockets. The pattern Bird offers sizes 1, 2, 12, 4, 36 and 18 with 12 3 4 yards fabric. Customers send 24 cents plus pattern number to Sue Burnet at The Trey Becondt DMJ Ave Americas New York.
Foot care advice urges proper shoes for walking and daily wear, moisture control to prevent athlete’s foot, and regular cleansing and massage. Pedicure tips emphasize toenail trimming and smoothing heels to avoid ingrown nails and improve posture and comfort for summer wear.
A simple fruit dish uses raspberries thickened with ramataarch and simmered then finished with vanilla ice cream for a creamy dessert. The recipe emphasizes a smooth texture and chilled service suitable for a warm day.
Homemaker seeks wall color and drapery ideas for a room with red and gray furniture against a dark green backdrop. Suggestions include walls in taupe or warm gray, draperies in red gray or yellow, and end tables in mahogany or natural wood to balance the palette.
A home cook describes rich mashed milk on a baked dish and a extra splash of milk to finish. Scalloped potatoes shine with a small taste of nutty cheese and a hint of herbs, with readers urged to try the crisp top and creamy center.
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