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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1968
Page
7
A history of collars traces from Roman chin cloths to protect vocal cords to ancient Egyptian neckbands, noting both men and women wore collars in early Eliza- bethan fashion. The piece surveys cultural use of embroidered cloths across civilizations.
An old newspaper fragment advertises pattern 7390 for popcorn knit scarves and hats with sizes S M L, priced 50 cents plus mailing, plus mail order prompts from Alice Brooks. It includes catalog blurbs on needlecraft and a long history of detachable collars from 16th to 20th century fashion.
A recipe collection includes a spiced apple sauce cake with walnut topping and an afternoon refresher almond crescents shortbread style cookies. The cake combines applesauce oil water and cinnamon nutmeg with walnuts baked in two rounds, while the crescents use shortening butter sugar almonds and flour baked at 350.
A homemaking tip explains removing crayon stains from walls and clothing during downtime. Loosen the stain with shortening, apply detergent and launder, then use bleach safe for the fabric if needed. For wool or silk, sponge with trichloroethane, rinse and launder.
A simple dessert idea uses a pastry shell with packaged chocolate pudding and pie filling. Top with whipped cream and chocolate chips before serving.
Foot health tips advise wearing sandals in public locker rooms and showers to prevent athlete's foot. The piece then pivots to hairpieces advertised as machine washable and heat resistant, available in falls half wigs and various lengths, resembling human hair while being made of synthetic fibers.
Mr Ebert will address the public at a breakfast gathering starting at 7 a.m. The event invites community members to attend and hear his remarks.
The Woman's Society of Christian Service of the Well town Methodist Church has canceled its January meeting which was set for Thursday night.
Reader notes on preserving cabbage leaves for moisture retention and sealing, using outer leaves for storage. Advice on shampoo lather with soap first, using long-handled tongs for reach, repurposing baby hangers for shirts, and phone mending baskets. Includes quick DIYs like stocking caps from sleeves and crocheting edges.
Lee Bouvier, famous for the International Best Dressed List, collaborates with Julie Harris on the TV production Laura based on Vera Caspary. Harris notes Bouvier arrives early and keeps to pale colors and straight silhouettes while managing fittings with friends and assistants. The Susskind project Laura is slated for January 17.
Xi Beta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met at the War Memorial Building for December with guest speaker Mrs. Menota Ruebush who demonstrated fitness techniques. The January meeting was at Mrs. Harold Patton's home and Beauty Counselor Frances Newcome spoke on product use. A Christmas party at Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Goodman's home featured a gift exchange and refreshments. A rummage sale is planned February 2–3 at the Orkin Building, corner of Loudoun and Cork Streets.
Advice favors furniture with casters or rollers to ease moving. Rolling pieces reduce strain, especially for a single person without help.
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