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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1949
Page
3
Hair stylists recommend straightforward hairdos for the season. They note a bold hat can be fun as a one shot look, but warn against overly exaggerated styles as a poor investment. A simple flattering hat provides lasting service through the season.
Debunking the housewife as sole buyer, the article frames the mother as a family purchasing agent. It argues women shop for breakfast brands, clothing for husbands, teens, and children, shaping family budgets and tastes while balancing modest independence. It notes praise for successful buys and blame for misses.
The article notes a shift as department stores nationwide open masculine luggage shops to complement brides’ trousseaus. Groom toting his future bride’s matching luggage signals a new trend, with options in beige canvas and cowhide trims. The piece predicts broader adoption among couples and longtime partners.
Dr Ernest G Osborne reflects on spring and summer picnics in America. He contrasts spontaneous, easy outings with more elaborate meals and offers social tips such as thanking hosts with a short note after returning home.
A guide suggests using a larger diaper cover at night for added comfort. It recommends wearing two diapers under the cover to ensure a snug, secure fit and prevents leaks during sleep.
Compact period design sewing cabinet pairs with a companion smoking stand that doubles as end tables. Includes space for thread needles thimbles and fabric measuring tools plus drawers for scissors and other sewing equipment.
Dear Miss Woodward I am eighteen and engaged to marry in a year or two. I like another young man I met at a skating rink and am confused between loyalty to my fiancé and new feelings. I fear breaking the engagement and regret it but question my true love and future plans.
An ad urges readers to mail twenty cents for a crochet star chair set pattern catalog titled The Troy Record. It highlights easy stereo charts, complete directions, and a luxury home look with numerous vintage craft designs.
Ithaca reporters describe a radar based oven under study at Cornell that uses high frequency waves to heat food evenly. The system aims to keep the oven surface cool, eliminating the need for pot holders though cooking must be timed precisely.
A project member in charge of the testee argues there is at least one solid reason radar cooking may not gain quick popularity. The device sells for about $2,600, highlighting a high price point as a potential barrier to widespread adoption.
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