This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1959
Page
3
San Antonio woman asks about dominance in marriage and the desire to be controlled. The piece riffs on modern gender roles, noting some women seek submission while many men respond with aggression or disdain. It surveys social evolution and ends with a personal quip about reflex actions.
A garbled note discusses color trends shifting from bright spring and summer hues to a muted palette for fall 1939. Predictions describe smoky grays, browns resembling chimney smoke, and subdued reds and oranges for new cinematic color effects.
Design notes describe Oliven weave textiles for draperies and upholstery with large scale patterns. Skelehed is highlighted as an original pattern adaptable to two-panel hanging, offering mineral-like decorative value. The article advises letter and envelope submission for decor help.
Beth Flair presents a fashion quiz on wedding attire with focus on a honeymoon outfit. The piece outlines stylish separates and coordinating pieces meant for a new marriage, offering tips on choosing a chic but practical look for travel and events.
Anne Gifford, a student among Skyoar-ulds, dominates her friend Elizabeth and seeks intellectual equals. Concern from Anne's parents and teacher leads to guided social adjustments. The Giffords encourage shared activities and attire changes to broaden friendships and ease social entry.
A reader asks about honeymoon clothing for San Francisco and suggests packing a coordinated set of separates. The Dig sprig collection offers lightweight skirts and woolens, with basics like table linens and towels, a tip coat and accessories. Use vinegar in open bowls to keep air fresh during gatherings, even with tobacco smoke.
A dress pattern description lists Young sundress with PATTD RAMA size 12 bust 82 inches, sizes 10 through 20, includes fabric yardage, and instruction to mail 35 cents to Save Burnett at the Tray Record NY. Also offers label-less mailing add 10 cents and requests name address zone, pattern No 1 and size for Spring Summer issue of Basic Fashion pattern magazine.
The article outlines advances in cotton knit fabrics in fashion, noting long-staple suphun cotton from Texas and the Southwest, the use of nylon fabrics, and the rise of knit garments from shorts to coats. It also cites textile centers in California and trends in women drivers and local demographics, highlighting shifting industry statistics.
The article describes evolving cotton techniques that enhance fabric qualities. It highlights fibers, weaving, finishing, and new finishes that resist wrinkles and washing, with mentions of shirts for men and women and various fabrics like chiffons.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.