Carbon tetrachloride hazards cited in home safety alert
Today's Health warns that carbon tetrachloride poses severe dangers if swallowed or inhaled. A California couple cleaned furniture with a gallon of the chemical, later fell ill, and the man nearly died from kidney failure. The article urges federal action to ban the chemical from household products and notes poisoning risks, especially to children, with aspirin and cleaners topping the incident list.
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California
Today’s Health
Food and Drug Administration
Woman Coat-Dress Pattern No 1495 With Photo Guide
The pattern No 1495 offers a coat-dress in sizes 10 to 18 with bust measurements 32 to 40. It features a back zipper and uses 3 3/4 yards of 45 inch fabric for size 12 bust 34. Send 65 cents for first class mail to Sue Burnett at The Troy Record Co. in New York for the pattern and size details. Also advertised is a fall and winter basic fashion showing multiple styles at 50 cents a copy.
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Sue Burnett
Troy Record Co
Ave. of Americas
New York
N.Y
Warm Oil Rule Good For Beauty Health
A vintage blurb extols warm oil massage as a beauty and health aid. It advises a hot shower to open pores then massage with baby oil across the neck shoulders arms back and legs, finishing with a cold shower. It claims improved circulation and skin, plus a restful night.
The Family Scrapbook by Dr. Ernest G. Osborne
A guidance column on children’s emotions. A seven year old boy vents at his mother who responds with humor and warmth. The piece argues allowing safe expression prevents inner pressure and outbursts. It highlights everyday family talk as a safety valve for kids.
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Paulie Porter
Flavorful Yams With Pecan Butter
Melt butter with pecans and spices, heat canned yams, drain, and combine. Pour warm pecan butter over yams to serve 4 to 6.
Time Now To Plan New Beauty Routine
Plan a winter beauty refresh with diet, skin care, and hair tips for a festive season. Emphasizes vitamin rich foods for glow, regular exercise, conditioning, color rinses, weekly facials, moisturizers, warm foundation shades, and pampering like pedicures and new perfume.
Fake Diamond Like Real Gem Emerges In Market
At a luncheon Litton Industries and Saks Fifth Avenue introduced a new simulated diamond priced at $50 per carat. Cordon Franklin of Saks praised its brilliance, noting it rivals natural diamonds in color and fire, marking a notable market entry.
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Litton Industries
Saks Fifth Avenue
Cordon Franklin
Saks
Women Well Paid On Government Hill
Washington AP reports about 80 women in Congress and staff earning $25 000 a year or more. Notable top earners include senators Byrd Byrd and Mansfield and representatives Davis Dargans and Dick among others. Over 1 350 women on congressional payrolls earn above 10 000 annually.
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Washington
Capitol Hill
Senate
House
Christine Ray Davis
William Dawson, Dill
Louise Dargans
Martha Griffiths
Dmich
Leonor K. Sullivan
Dmo
Shirley Chisholm
Evelyn Lincoln
John F. Kennedy
James W. Kee
D-W.va
Mike Mansfield
D-Mont
Robert Byrd
Clifford Case
R-N.j
Carl Curtis
Rneb
Frank Church
D-Ida
Jennings Randolph
Traditional Look Gains In Popularity
Analysts foresee a rise in interest for traditional furnishings as the country nears its 200th anniversary. The Newport Rhode Island foundation to restore the seaport has been created by Doris Duke, echoing a Williamsburg influence on today’s American Traditional market and the enduring appeal of 18th and 19th century European and Early American styles.
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Seaport
Newport
R. I
Doris Duke
Williamsburg
Teen Forum Cousin Trouble
A 13 year old asks how to handle a mother who insists she be friends with her cousin. The reply says relatives need not be friends and urges accepting the mother’s belief while staying civil. It encourages being decent to the cousin and even possible to grow to like her.
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New Jersey
Spring hair trend spiked by Oscar de la Renta show
GE notes a return to grandmotherly elegance as spring hairdos feature upswept coiled knots. Models at the Oscar de la Renta show wear the style, this season crafted by Suga.
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Oscar de la Renta
Suga
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City OF
Butte Knit
Ernest G. Osborne
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Teen Forum
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