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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1950
Page
10
An article discusses how subtle colors calm the mind and aid sleep, with emphasis on headboard wall accents for color pops. It highlights quality bedding including mattresses and pillows as essential for restful sleep and notes 1980s color trends favoring greens purer pinks mauve and purple tones.
Designers feature hammocks and gliders with frames in many colors to match waterproof canvas. Deluxe models include removable canopies for sun protection. Portable frames let you stretch out the hammock, which uses heavy waterproof duck or canvas in bright stripes and plaids for garden color.
A suggested fashion shift for men pushes for comfort and color, signaling a move away from strict conservatism in men’s clothing as an era of change begins.
Curved or straight straw hats dominate this season with lighter weight designs for comfort and sun protection. Panama hats, planter’s hats, and Homburgs in pastel bands and two tones gain favor, while sennit sailor caps and beach wear revive 1920s fashion. Strong color, new fabrics, and fold-up furniture add to the summer apparel and home goods trends.
A vintage ad touts Sunlight Plastic Starch as a work saver for homemakers. It promises easy preparation with water to yield eight pints and claims long-lasting crispness through multiple washings while reducing dust and dirt.
The article highlights teen fashion focusing on sheer cotton and nylon blouses as a key wardrobe element. It notes features such as stiffened collars, decorative yokes, and various sleeve styles, with options like sheer nylon shirts and embroidered cotton. It mentions pairing with suits, skirts, and summer separates, plus casual middy tops and sleeveless blouses as collector items.
A brief note explains that light or coffee cream typically has 18 to 20 percent fat while "heavy" cream ranges from 3 to 40 percent fat.
Dear Miss Woodward: a reader recalls a concert with a village choir and encores ending in a school song. The writer asks whether the national anthem should be sung and argues for honoring traditions, while also discussing social expectations at college dances and parties.
A reader asks how to handle a partner who won t dance and a friend asks about engagement finances. Advice covers encouraging her to overcome stage fright with private lessons, choosing a suitable partner, and the value of open conversation. It also offers guidance on financial support, fatigue, and seeking medical checks to alleviate persistent tiredness.
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