Townbred Move To Country Ends In Confusion
In a Waterloo household moving from city apartment to Five Oaks faces a day of mishaps. A failing well, a balky bucket, and a plan to dynamite the yard loom as townsfolk scramble to settle in. Townbred storms off seeking proof life in the country is cheaper.
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Five Oaks
Virgie
Townbred
Jo. B
Mistah Townbred
John
Town
Julie
Tin Watch
Shore Flys
Oaks
Vo Seu Mastin Townbred
Mr. Townbred
Mr.Townbred
Ruthvin
Frieda
Thia
Mafam
Viree
Howard Riddle Padgett
Shoes and fashion trends in spring footwear commentary
A lively critique of spring shoes noting black patent leather with white accents, various heel heights, and decorative straps. The piece mocks plain black shoes and fashion risks like bright stockings, while mentioning short skirts that reveal the era’s footwear and aging contrasts between youthful styles and older faces.
Special Garden This Year Encourages Colorful Planting
A long piece urges wise gardeners to plan and do much themselves, focusing on bold color schemes and manageable tasks. It recommends a white garden with lilies, hyacinths, and narcissi, and highlights yellow, pink, and blue combinations, nasturtium seeds, and summer blooms for year-round interest.
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Garden of Gardens
Last Year's Suit Trends For Plain Materials
Elizabeth Lee discusses updating a home dressmaker's wardrobe with a checkerboard option. She praises its bold contrast for bright accents but warns it is garish on full gowns. A blue serge suit from last year shows a long skirt and semi fitting coat, kept in good condition with infrequent replacements.
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Elizabeth Lee
A Cranky Young Man and Fashion Fable in One
A grouchy introvert, Kim Spilling, struggles for social sway at work while rivals charm bosses with charm and connections. The piece shifts to a fashion note detailing a low cost stylish checkerboard silk suit remodel and wedding breakfast favors, highlighting thrift and clever craft.
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Waterloo Evening Courier
the Home Circle
Edward Riddle Padgett
Mira
Joho
Joan
Mr. Town
Ruthyin
Missua
Louise Goodloe Falconer
Pes
Grouch
Qulere
Kim
Safp
Ahmony
Lucky Jones
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