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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1941
Page
5
Dr Claud North Chrisman argues Americans chase constant stimulation through alcohol tea coffee and soft drinks leading to stomach gastritis ulcers and possible cancer. He links overeating proteins sugars and refined starches to obesity high blood pressure heart disease and kidney strain.
The text warns of high sugar consumption averaging nearly 100 pounds per person annually and notes risks from under eating and excessive dieting, especially among women. It links thin clothing and chilled health to illness, cites rising tuberculosis in young white women, and calls out overwork and mental strain as signs of intemperance.
Rhubarb leaves can clean aluminum pans as the leaves’ acid helps remove stains when boiled in the pan with a small amount of cold water. After cooking, store pressure cookers with the lid left loose or upside down to prevent imparting a stale taste to foods.
N Y business leader Walter Hoving leaves ranching and banking to head the USO. Nassau-born N Y native Torret Sibley Rooster of Rochester takes over after a career including Chamber of Commerce presidency and Red Cross service in World War I. Sibley will base operations in the Em City State building.
A 1941 fashion illustration shows a one piece outfit blending wagl jersey for the skirt and raven jersey for the top. The design features a rounded shoulder yoke and a soft bell bodice with a doorknocker ornament on the shoulder and a metal studded belt.
Eleanor Gunn York notes cotton dresses dominate summer fashion as women seek simple, cool looks. She highlights lace-edged and net-trimmed dresses in prints, cotton voiles, and belted fits, while contrasting with dark, formal attire. The piece links cotton's popularity to a trend toward understated elegance and summer practicality.
Advice on staying stylish and cool in a city summer. Dress in light, clean outfits and floppy hats, favor sheer dark dresses with white accents, and maintain calm poise. Use light makeup and gentle deodorants, prep skin with milky cleansers, and keep makeup minimal to avoid heat damage.
A broad range of salt water and fresh water fish is available now including weakfish butterfish sea bass fluke flounder porgy whiting erel shad salmon blue fish blue a ciscoes yellow pike whitefish with a suggested Tuesday fish dish recipe Poached Fillets and Cucumber Sauce plus a weekly menu featuring eggs muffins salads and desserts
Autumn meals and a menu list follow a fashion note describing a black felt profile hat trimmed with a red grosgrain cocarde, and red and black capeskin gloves. The remainder lists daily meals from Wednesday to Saturday including breakfast, lunch, and dessert items with coffee.
Prices for meat stay mostly steady but pork shows a 2 to 4 cent rise on several cuts. The Mark Department expects production to tighten after last year’s hog overproduction and low prices. Blackberries and raspberries are in good supply while blueberries will be in season soon. Seasonal vegetables and fruits remain the best bargains.
A commentary on New Jersey’s quick marriage laws and a cautionary tale about spanking a child. The piece argues mothers should explain misbehavior and control punishment to avoid future disobedience. It contrasts rash reactions with reasonable discipline.
The piece discusses wartime marriages and the evolving customs of wedding gifts for brides who often join husbands at camps or new locations. It notes that checks and practical gifts like luggage and watches are favored, warns against costly items, and contrasts traditional weddings with the reality many couples face today.
Clean curtains keep rooms cool and comfortable on hot days. Wash with neutral soap, handle lightly, rinse thoroughly, and add a touch of starch in the final rinse. Use curtain stretchers for a smooth, neat finish ready to hang.
A summer care notice advises washing bathing suits in light suds and thoroughly rinsing after every wear to keep fabrics clean and in good condition through the season.
The article describes synthetic fabrics in men’s swimwear and loungewear, noting water washable garments with pleats and fine weave, quick drying, and mildew resistance. It highlights white, tan, and gray options, dry cleaning coats, and versatile use for sports like tennis and badminton.
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