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Washington Evening Journal in Washington, Iowa

20 Mar 1940

Page 17

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Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1940

Page

17

Dolling Up the House with Spring Glassware and Dinnerware

Home experts urge readers to refresh their tables this spring with Cambridge Pristine and Rose Point glassware, Caprice, Crystalite, and Godey dishes. The Nicola and Harmony store features Franciscan El Patio, Fiesta, Lu-Ray pottery, Stangl starter sets, Fulper miniatures, Weller vases, and fine china.

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Nicola and Harmon Cambridge Rose Point Caprice Husey Godey Franciscan el Patio Fiesta Coors United States Stangl Weller Mie Nicola Harmony Store
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Spring Fashion Sees Sweater Sets Back in Style

Sweater sets headline a busy spring wardrobe with afternoon dates, office wear, and evening gatherings. New Washington displays showcase plaid skirts, button fronts, and pleated or gored models for versatile, casual chic.

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Washington
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Double Silhouette Trend Shapes 1940 American Fashions

American designers unveil a dual fashion trend for 1940 with two waistline styles. Slim draped gowns and wide rippled skirts offer chic, wearable options for day and evening wear, featuring drapes corsets long tight bodices with glossy trims and puffed sleeves.

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Milady
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Pockets Add Clever Touches to Fashionable Jackets

A note on pockets in sportswear citing snug-fitting wool jackets and Washington new man-tailored blouses. The text highlights confidence and smartness fashion demands and mentions stores.

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Washington
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