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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1956
Page
9
A health article explains electroshock therapy as a painless treatment that induces a brief seizure to relieve symptoms in conditions like manic depressive illness and schizophrenia. It notes effectiveness is limited, with no guaranteed long-term cure, and emphasizes symptomatic relief rather than permanent remission.
An article discusses skin types oily and dry and promotes a satiny moisture lotion for dry skin. It claims the product absorbs quickly without a heavy feel, ideal for day or night use, and suitable for face neck shoulders and elbows to keep skin smooth for bare shoulders styles.
A feature advises on flattering necklines for the tall, slim face. It suggests blouses and dresses with high collars or a large bow at the neckline and notes chokers or short heavy necklaces as stylish accessories.
A chef extols canned Japanese king crabmeat as succulent and easy to use. A crabmeat Asparagus Divan recipe blends crab, asparagus, mayonnaise, lemon, mustard and cheese baked until bubbling. Also includes menu timing and four other holiday dishes with simple preparations.
Anne Heywood advises that ambitious people act now while easygoing ones avoid effort. The unhappy type feels guilt and envy from planning without progress, so the remedy is to stop thinking and start a project immediately.
An anecdote recounts Mrs. K learning to act on interests, shifting from plans to leathercraft then purse making. A harsh note urged immediate effort, warning of years wasted if she waited. She later sent a purse and found a shop interested, proving the moral: take action today.
Susan Barden highlights stylish evening purses as ideal Christmas gifts. The article describes three beaded bags with fringe and framed floral and Persian motifs in crystal pink blue chalk white pearl white and black.
The stars favor enterprise and high achievement with six months of strong aspects. Push pet projects now and pursue imaginative hobbies. If tomorrow is your birthday, take initiative this week for progress in job and finances, with personal relationships shaping from June to September 1957.
Child care guidance on using Santa Claus in early years. The piece discusses the balance of fantasy and religious beliefs, recommending parents reveal the myth when children ask and continue as long as they wish, with emphasis on imaginative needs for ages two to five and caution beyond seven. It includes parental Q A on feeding at table and expressing love to children.
Designers shift to gold tones for curtains hampers chests scales and screens with gold stripes or dots. Accent gold pairs with any color scheme while accessories like a hand spray and tub platform aid convenience and safety for families with young children.
Helpful hints describe neatly organizing overshoes with a mounted towel bar and spring clothespins for boots. Instructions cover cleaning boots before hanging, protecting ironing boards with muslin cloths, and gifting ideas for hand painted Swiss ovenware.
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