Women in Love and Wit The Wisdom Paradox
A humorous essay notes American men prefer wives less intelligent, while women play the fool to win devotion. It argues men claim superiority, yet women counter with questions and careful appearances to keep love. The piece surveys fashion tips and social games in a tongue in cheek critique of marriage dynamics.
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France
Americas
America
T. Klines
Ourieah
Ling Cofora
Taille
Klix
French Apples Cooked In A French Style
A brief on preparing apples the French way by slicing and steaming with sugar a small amount of water and butter. A hint of lemon rind or vanilla adds flavor. Served over sponge cake squares with sweetened vanilla whipped cream.
Easy To Crochet Pineapples Doilies Pattern 7449
A vintage crochet offer describes pineapple doilies in a spoke wheel arrangement with two sizes included. It urges sending twenty cents for pattern 7449 plus photos and directions, via The Troy Record Household Arts Dept. Send fifteen cents for a hook and a free headpiece pattern in a broad needlework catalog promotion.
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Pineappis
Troy Rec.ord
Household Arts Dept
P.O
Chelece Station
New York
I. X
Alice Brooks
Toye
Pias
Peach Meringue Dessert Poached Meringues with Peach Sauce
A light dessert made by poaching meringues in hot milk to create a soft custard sauce. The custard is served with sliced sweetened peaches for a delicate finish.
LACO Olive Oil Shampoo Promises Soft Luscious Hair
Olive Oil is touted as Nature's Guest hair conditioner and LACO's unique Olive Oil content is praised. The ad claims thousands of women prefer LACO for soft, luscious hair that behaves, removes loose dandruff, rinses easily, and is non synthetic and non drying. Available in generous sizes at drug departments and 10¢ stores.
Clothes Quiz by Beth Blair on coordinating fabrics
A reader asks Miss Blair how to mix fabrics and colors for outfits. Suggestions include pairing red jackets with lighter blouses, white or gray neutrals, and fabrics like lace crepe or satin for formal gowns suitable for fall events.
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Miss Blair
Sofa Beds Ideal For Close Quarters
Young couples planning new homes face choices on furniture with budget limits. Double duty sofa beds emerge as essential in small spaces, offering guest seating and sleeping options. Modern designs blend comfort, fabric options, and decorative appeal for compact rooms.
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Tovla Fotn Beta Rhovn
Acre
Ehadex Sages
Betton Fringe
Keane
Setheemag
Peer
Mvernight
Brest
Helping a Teen Girl Feel Pretty Without Nagging
A mother compares approaches to boosting a sixteen year old Frances G pride. Nagging and flattery fail. mother learns to accept her looks while Jana W helps her choose clothes and hair, develop skills, and cultivate a gracious, engaging personality to thrive without beauty.
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Paing
Jana W
Jane T9
Jane
When a Child Dies the Family Faces Hard Adjustments
With medical knowledge, fewer families lose a child now than 50 years ago. Yet bereavement remains painful. Friends who lost their youngest boy through drowning spoke of his promise, while three older children were affected. Parents should keep perspective to avoid neglect and resentment among the surviving siblings.
Honey storage guidance urges dry, room temperature keep
The note explains honey lasts best when kept in a dry place at room temperature. It warns against refrigerating honey due to its moisture absorbing properties and potential texture changes.
Be A Smooth Date booklet offers dating tips
A youth asks how to win back a shy girl and learns to practice social graces. The message advises watching older couples, limiting initial dates to simple outings, and using small talk to build familiarity. A free booklet titled BE A SMOOTH DATE is offered by mail through the newspaper.
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Heather
Steady Nerves By Controlling Noise In The Home
Noise from children, clattering dishes, banging doors and constant appliance hums wears on a housewife. Practical tips include quiet toys, soft-soled shoes, rubber drain matting, lining sink bottoms, screen-door springs, quieter doorbells, reduced radio volume, softer phone rings, insulation under heavy appliances, turning off running taps, weather stripping, and oiling squeaky runners and hinges.
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LACO
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Haddeck
Laurella
Askews
Craviar
Beth Blair
Mtfer West
Desner
Ming Help
Plain Janes
Earnest G. Osborne
Genwi
Heleme Curtis Tre
Troy
Elisabeth Woodward
Mtns Woodward
Breslaw's
Crestwood
Mre
Salta
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