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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1955
Page
8
Advice column warns Elizabeth Woodward about online romance by mail with Pat in the paratroopers. Suggests waiting for in person meeting and seeking real proof beyond letters, noting risks of misrepresentation and imaged expectations. It also advises Sueh to refrain from pressuring a boy about replies and to wait to see how he responds at school.
A brief bonnet with chin strings gains favor among college students as a light fall hat. The baby cap in colored velvets or bright paisley patterns suits casual outfits and enhances a youthful look.
The piece argues that attitude is the key to aging gracefully for women. It contrasts defeatist posture with confident carriage, noting necklines and wrinkles are less troubling when one faces life with optimism. It encourages facing affairs with confidence and good will.
Paris fashion opens with two opposed silhouettes, Dior's Y line returns to a natural waist and slim skirt while Balenciaga and Givenchy favor a long loose line. Foreign buyers seek novelty as Dior maintains balance, and patterns like 8197 are advertised with order details.
The piece urges readers to prepare for coming snow by stocking rock salt and de icing products, inspecting snow removal gear and storm windows, and noting it may be sooner than expected. It also mentions a tip to brew tea in a glass coffee maker to remove film from repeated coffee use.
Maternity fashion this fall embraces Oriental themes with Jaipur style hats, Mandarin necklines, slit sides and slim skirts. Designers feature red velvets satins brocades and gold bullion trim in both European and American collections while maternity wear includes jackets with slits and tapered pants for home use.
A columnist notes rising college attendance among youth due to state institutions and scholarships. Families may fund higher education via life insurance, savings plans, or prearranged matches, with one idea: for each dollar saved by Junior, the family contributes another. Over time, these deposits grow substantially.
A fragment notes the value of youth feeling responsible for personal future prospects and growth, emphasizing independence and self direction as crucial elements. The passage hints at a broader social message about preparing for adulthood and career.
Outside a London plumbing shop, bathtubs stand upright on the sidewalk inviting customers to step inside and find the right size. The whimsical scene shows locals testing comfort by trial.
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