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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1955
Page
5
Miss Woodward offers practical ideas for keeping a boyfriend amused at home without a recreation room. Start playful with simple games and self start activities. Play to his interests, join in with hobbies, and involve him in small tasks around the house to spark conversation and connection.
Dr Ernest Og Osborne explains common newborn features such as a chinless face a wobbling head crossed eyes or independent eye movement and a fuzz or bald scalp. He notes these traits vary and a doctor's briefing can ease parental worry.
A reader asks about dark slips transferring dye on first wear. Miss Blair advises washing new dark undergarments before wearing to remove surface dye and prevent color transfer. Clear guidance to use warm soapy water and thorough rinsing until no color shows in the water.
Shopping for fall schoolwear highlights washable smooth fabrics that mimic other textures. Spun rayon and blends with acetate or dacron yield soft jackets, blouses, and dresses for girls and rugged twills and worsted flannel for boys. The grown up Ivy League styling continues in youth suits and coats.
A mature wardrobe two piece features a slim skirt and belted top with three quarter length sleeves. Pattern No 8310 offers sizes 34 36 38 40 42 44 46 48 with 35 inch fabric, price 35 cents, mail to Sue Burnett at The Troy Record for pattern 8310 and a 25 cent Fall Winter 59 catalog copy.
Dear Miss Blair advises a 13 year old from Bainbridge Maryland on appropriate outfits for a night football game. The letter suggests simple sports clothes like cotton or linen dresses and soft blue tones with low heels and a sweater for warmth, considering a cast and injuries.
Oil mashing helps release gelatin salads from molds. Rub oil lightly before shaping to ease removal and keep salads intact. This tip notes practical prep for decorative molds and clean presentation.
American girls are starting to wear bras earlier as bodies develop, with about half of subteams beginning around age 12 and some at age 10. The piece advises beginner bras in soft fabric, minimal support, non constricting bands, and care guidance including washing after each wear and gentle cleaning.
Squeese, a unit member, attended a lesson on stripes and plaids at the Home Bureau Extension Office in Fort Edward on Friday.
Mrs Earl Bennett and daughter hosted a Thursday evening party for Donna Aiken's 11th birthday with games and refreshments. The Nite Owls Home Bureau held its first meeting of the season at Mrs Kenneth Aiken's home with 11 members and 2 guests. New members Mrs Earl Bennett and Mrs Felix Insterman joined. Mrs Edward Harrington was elected vice chairman after Mrs Aiken resigned. A business session included cancer dressings and social activities. next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday Oct 12 at 8 p.m. at Mrs Harold Bennett's home.
A curious tip suggests placing the bowl of a spoon over each button to aid ironing. The note claims Americans buy about 1 percent of a billion pencils yearly.
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