Labeling won’t solve a child’s reading struggle
A mother’s letter describes an eight year old bright but poor reader who is labeled emotionally disturbed. The author and Dr Carl L Kline discuss allergy related triggers for nervous and overactive behavior and urge exploring dietary elimination before placing the child in special classes. Readers may request mimeographed sheets on brain dysfunction and food allergy for 20 cents.
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Carl L. Kline
Marathon County Guidance Center
Wausau
Wisconsin
Kline
Adhesive Plaster Removes Splinter from Finger or Toe
When a child resists splinter removal an adhesive plaster method can help. Place a piece over the area and let the child pull it off after a few minutes. The splinter often comes away with the tape.
Clothing Dried With Openings Closed
Wash and wear clothing dries best when all openings are closed before washing. Snap, button, and zipper closures should be fastened to prevent snagging and improve drying.
Dish Rag Idea From Crocheted Scraps
Use leftover spools of crocheting thread to crochet a colorful dish rag. These make pretty kitchen accessories and are nice gift and bazaar items.
The Family Scrapbook to Dr Ernest G Osborne
A columnist discusses toddler limits, noting that children test independence by saying no. Parents face frequent refusals and can avoid battles by offering alternatives and redirecting the child to a different activity. The piece emphasizes understanding the child's sense of choice and shifting scenes to reduce conflict.
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Ernest G. Osborne
Coats Set Easter Strollers Fashion Tone New York
Easter coats dominate Avenue fashion with narrow shoulder silhouettes and front closures in single or double breasted styles. Designs favor short, A line or controlled tent shapes with military touches like brass buttons and collars. Woolens stay supple but firm in vibrant colors and pastels, with warmth for a cool Easter.
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Molly
Jack Sarnoff
New York
NEA
Evi
Jungle Prints Steal Spotlight In Spring Fashion
Fashion notes show jungle themed prints returning with wild animal designs such as monkeys leopards water buffaloes and giraffes appearing on jump suits and lingerie. A New York collection highlights a lion motif in burnished gold red and orange with banded detailing on a daytime shift and suit jackets. Galanos features bright banded jerseys. chiffon leads spring fabrics for late day and evening wear.
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New York
United States
Paris
Galanos
Rules For Waxing Fine Furniture From Industry Experts
The America Walnut Manufacturers Association offers guidance on caring for fine furniture. Avoid over waxing as it can harm finishes. authentic boiled oil finishes need only occasional boiled linseed oil. Oil or low-luster finishes may be washed with mild soap and water, wiped dry, and buffed with paste wax. For over-waxed surfaces, mix warm water with olive oil and turpentine, rub gently, remove wax, then apply a thin paste wax.
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America Walnut Manufacturers’ Association
Balancing Study Sessions With Short Fun Breaks
A Towson reader asks how to enjoy life after exams. The author advises scheduling regular 5 to 10 minute breaks after each hour of study and planning clear goals, enabling one or two weekend nights for real leisure while keeping focused. Beauty note follows on Houston high schools showing hair trends and male preferences for long, straight hair.
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Towson
Jean
Houston
Brush Dampener for Ironing Dried Fabric Spots
A simple method uses a small unused paint brush dipped in water to dampen dried spots evenly before ironing. This technique helps restore moisture to faded areas and reduces heat damage during pressing.
Lipstick Stain Removal and Fashion Pattern Ad
Lipstick stain may be removed from washable fabrics by applying undiluted liquid detergent and working into thick suds, then rinsing. The ad promotes Bow-tied Swinger and Patt-O-Rama patterns in multiple sizes, with a 1967 Spring and Summer Basic Fashion catalog offered for 50 cents. Order details include Sue Burnett at The Troy Record, New York, with payment and mailing instructions.
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Sue Burnett
Blocking Before Zipper In Garment Making Tips
The guide stresses blocking knitted fabric before inserting a zipper to prevent stretching and ensure even stitching. It also recommends taping the edges after blocking to help facings lie flat and maintain edge precision during sewing.
Cut Glass Sparkles With Bluing In Clean Water
A historical note states that adding a small amount of bluing to the soapy water used for cleaning cut glass will make it really sparkle. The tip emphasizes enhanced shine through traditional laundering practice.
Tapestry Wool Use in Needlepoint Work
A note on selecting yarns for tapestry work advises using guaranteed tapestry wool rather than ordinary knitting yarns, noting durability and suitability for needlepoint.
Baby Bottle Carrier Lets Milk Bottles Sit Safe in Cars
A soft drink carrier helps keep baby milk bottles secure during car trips. The method reduces spills and leaks, making travel with feeds easier for parents and caregivers.
Betty Furness as consumer adviser raises doubts
The piece questions LBJ’s choice of Betty Furness as a consumer adviser, noting her high‑end image and $100,000 earnings with an electric company. It suggests a disconnect with everyday housewives facing budget limits, praising practical insight over showmanship and asking if the hire will translate into real action.
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LBJ
Betty Furness
Miss Furness
Grove
Minihat Spirit Captures Young Fashion Fans
A compact minihat silhouette dominates fashion among under twenty-fives with head hugging caps berets and helmets, front visored or brimless. Varieties in silvered kid fake furs wool corduroy and animal skins like rabbit and calf lead a spring trend with lighter weights for warmer days.
Keep Eyebrows Tame with Soapsuds Grooming Tip
A grooming tip advises coating eyebrows with a light film of soapsuds to tame them. The suds vanish as they dry, then brush the brows upward and outward for a neat finish.
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