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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1967
Page
3
A reader seeks causes and treatment for a three year old grandson with a muscular disorder. Dr Crook notes multiple possible nerve and muscle conditions, urges careful examination, and suggests consulting specialists for an informed second opinion.
A sewing pattern feature describes a high collar skimmer with front pleats for a swingy fit. It offers sizes 10 to 20 and 31 to 40, with size 12 bust 82. Orders send 15 cents for special handling to Sue Burnett at The Troy Record, New York.
Designers led by Liger Morse and Diana Dew push electro-luminescent fabrics and neon lighting for striking outfits. Battery engineers develop power packs enabling light up dresses and compatible accessories for furs, swimsuits, jewelry, and shoes.
Wet paper picks up splinters before stowing fishing gear wash the rod well in clear water. Salt deposits on metal over winter can cause rust. Protect the casting rod with damp paper to coat ferrules and dispose of broken glass safely. Wrap and mark to warn the garbage collector.
Water can set ballpoint pen stains by contact. The National Institute of Dry Cleaning warns washing may worsen the mark, while dry cleaners may remove it if not soaked. Also notes to avoid hot appliance coils and electricity risks, starch gloves lightly, and use butter oil or margarine to reduce foam when cooking beans.
Readers in Baltimore and Texas seek tips from Jean Adams Teen Forum on social chatter and unruly hair. Suggestions include choosing music and future plans as talking points, and keeping calls brief to avoid boredom. Hair guidance recommends expert cut and nightly care or a short neat style.
A brief note describes baby oil as safeguarding skin from moisture loss when left on overnight. It suggests a thin film forms a protective base for makeup and notes possible benefits for dry lips and irritated eyes, indicating sensitivity or borderline allergenic skin.
A wig maker, Richard Hartwich, says about 40 percent of women in the middle and upper classes will wear wigs in the coming year. He notes women buy two or three wigs in different shades to vary their appearance.
Cooking safety tips advise using pot boulders and potholder mittens instead of towels to handle pans. Ensure pot handles do not extend over lit burners. Dry foods before frying to prevent water from causing fat spatter. A diluted cream of celery soup heated with lite milk makes a good sauce for various vegetables.
The Sharpes redesigned their supermarket trips by sketching the layout on cardboard and arranging the weekly shopping list to follow the store order. The new system reduced backtracking and almost eliminated missed items, with Sue initially hesitant but soon convinced.
Fashion notes highlight capes with military inspired squared shoulders and double breasted brass details by Regina Porter for Main Street. Swashbuckling hooded capes in gabardine mix Dacron cotton with storm ready lining and thigh high boots, all treated with Zepel rain and stain repellents.
A satirical piece about a dog owners guidance service offering a blanket insurance policy for dogs under ten dollars a year. It covers common hazards, even if a dog is hit by a falling aircraft, with limited death benefits, and mocks leash laws and dog ownership perks while noting dog tags and Dognappers.
The fur trade showcases avant-garde designs from mini-skirts to pants and rainwear. Ben Kahn's minicoat steals the show while others feature dyed furs, knit-like hides, and novel coats. Kaplan debuts battery-hooded coats and luxury pieces like monkey fur. Designers emphasize wearable elegance over kooky trends.
Supermarkets launch a nationwide campaign to regain support from women protesters a year after picketing. Executives acknowledge prices may rise while promising improved messaging, including school colorbooks, ads, and shopping-lists to be handed out at checkout.
A safety tip suggests painting hot-water faces with red nail polish to help small children distinguish scalding water. The method aims to reduce burns by creating a clear visual cue for danger.
A brief note promoting a vegetable dish features cooked carrots combined with sauteed mushrooms offering an interesting flavor profile. Political Advertisement
Francis Sprague, chairman of the board of trustees at First Baptist Church, says the parsonage at 130 Ninth St is nearly finished after redecoration and alterations. A new aluminum siding has been installed and Rev. Roland J. Brown with his wife and two children will move in after December 1, coming from Cranston, Rhode Island.
Randall W. Merrihew of Defreestville, a well known area musician, was buried after a funeral held at William J. Rockefeller Funeral Home in Rensselaer. Rev. James Anderson of St Timothy's Lutheran Church officiated. Bearers included Charles Garner, Stanley Pettinger, Oscar Y. Esser, Donald Davis, Benjamin N. Handford Sr., and Walter Beck. Interment followed at Blooming Grove Rural Cemetery with Mr. Anderson presiding.
Carnaby Corner reports a trend revival dubbed The Shifty Look inspired by 1930s gangster films Bonnie and Clyde and The Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre. Retailers push wide Fedora hats, chalk stripes, and grey flannel suits while gimmicks like a plastic revolver accompany gangland ensembles. Bonnie style sweaters feature tube knits with belts and pockets in jade green black and white and brown.
The Couples Club of St Pauls Lutheran Church meets tomorrow at 8 p.m. at the church. Church men travel to Ghent Thursday at 6 45 p.m. for a Federated Brotherhood meeting. Rev. Robert C Flechter announces a harvest festival on Sunday Nov 19 with gifts of food for the chancel and Thanksgiving decorations. Food will be shared with needy families. Until Nov 26, clothing items are accepted in Sunday School rooms for Lutheran World Relief.
A late model car owned by Frank J. Bell of 1643 Third Street Rensselaer was reported stolen from in front of his home around noon Saturday and later recovered undamaged in Fallsington Pennsylvania. A 14 year old Rensselaer youth is alleged to have taken the auto and has been returned to custody of a relative pending Family Court action.
Funeral services were conducted at Redeemer Episcopal Church in Rensselaer for Mrs. Charlotte True of 5 Grove Street who died Friday. Rev. Harold King officiated with interment at Albany Rural Cemetery. The widow of Albert True she lived alone and was pronounced dead at Albany Medical Center Hospital of natural heart attack. A nephew Horace Harris of Morton Pennsylvania survives.
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