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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1937
Page
9
A West Virginia reader asks about eczema causes and cures. The article explains eczema as a skin irritation umbrella, lists outdoor and indoor irritants, and notes how a single trigger can start a new outbreak. It also describes symptoms, progression, and a simple patch test to identify culprits.
The article notes that food can cause eczema and that observation is needed to reveal this. After an outbreak the skin becomes sensitive to irritants. Treatments include avoiding triggers, lanolin with wash, mild ointments, and cautious use of wet dressings with permanganate solution or calamine. When acute symptoms subside, zinc paste on muslin and salicylic acid pine tar ointment may help.
Public Q and A column discusses hostess etiquette for coat and hat handling upon guest arrival. It also answers a spelling question on scalloped versus escalloped, stating both correct with scalloped more common.
A stylish bathing suit for the 1937 swimming season is worn by Lynne Berkeley, a talented new screen player. The design features a halter and bow at the high neckline in front.
Wellington Roe, Connecticut writer and former soldier, discusses his debut novel The Tree Falls South a tale of Kansas farmers during the Dust Bowl. He describes living among the people for two months in 1934 and aims to reveal their terror, courage, hope, defeat, and fortitude.
A well known orthopedic surgeon notes that the pained expression many women wear comes from high heels. He says every inch of heel adds a burden of forty three pounds on the wearer’s shoulders.
Advice by Jacqueline Hunt on using sun lotions and cosmetics for summer. Discusses protecting fair skin and achieving bronze looks, with specific application tips for creams, stains, and powders plus precautions for redheads and outdoor wear. Readers may write for more information.
Wine market features gooseberries currants raspberries strawberries cherries and apricots ideal for jams jellies and preserves. Use liquid or powdered pectin for quick easy jelly making. recipe yields about 12 six ounce glasses. Spiced Currant Relish combines red currants sugar cider vinegar raisins spices and nutmeg simmered then canned for cold meats or lamb. Store jams jellies and relishes cool and dry.
Editor Eleanor Gunnie notes the return of culottes in cycling outfits and beach wear. Women favor divided skirts with linen and cotton fabrics, pairing them with light sweaters and blouses for spring travel and sea outings. Plaid and Scotch patterns rise in popularity for sea wear and suit styles.
A rustic menu lists cantaloups, biscuit twists cooked over coals, strawberry jam, bacon and eggs, coffee, hot tomato bouillon, toasted cheese wafers, seafood salad with cucumber tomato garnish, and a chocolate roll with marshmallow sauce.
A reader asks about gentler cleansing for very sensitive skin. Advice suggests a soap with special oils containing vitamin F, a soft washcloth, thorough rinsing, gentle drying, and a light film of cream or oil. Also includes summer makeup tips for color and sun protection and blue eye emphasis.
A historical kitchen excerpt outlines step by step fruit jam and jelly making including gooseberry and cherry jam and strawberry jelly using sugar, pectin, boiling times, and paraffin sealing. Techniques cover sterilization and cooling as described in the source.
The rise of aviation as a career path for women is noted with 425 female pilots and 304 stewardesses in the United States. Executives like Miss Marie Sullivan and Miss Helen Stansbury lead airline women’s departments as the share of female air travelers grows to about 30 percent of US flyers.
Navy and red trimmed with black and white dominates the Jenny collection. An afternoon tailored navy crepe suit features short sleeves a high neckline and a pleated left knee skirt with white chain stitch embroidery along the neck yoke and sleeve edges. A stiff navy crepe gob cap with red ribbon completes the look.
Spectators at Midwestern country clubs add gala flair to summer outfits. Dusty pink dresses pair with beige turbans and ostrich skin pumps. white ensembles feature paisley prints, headbands, and heels for a chic coordinated look.
To remove water stains or rings from furniture rinse a cloth in water then sprinkle with one teaspoonful of household ammonia. Apply quickly and rub the area then wipe dry with a soft cloth and finish with furniture polish.
A black moire cocktail suit in Paris features a short flared skirt and a tailored jacket nipped at the waist then flaring into a peplum. It is worn with a white crepe vest.
A column on modern brides embracing streamlined homes and minimalist wardrobes. It urges concentrating on practical kitchen and attire over ornate bric a brac, noting husbands value order and lasting style, and advising brides to choose enduring, easy to look at items.
A guidance piece suggests parents observe and intervene when a child dislikes schoolwork. It urges visiting the teacher to uncover causes, praising effort, and avoiding stigma. It notes absent days widen gaps and disruptive behavior harms interest, urging constructive parent teacher cooperation.
Practical notes warn buyers to check a goose’s bill and windpipe for softness and pliability. Additional guidance advises hanging brooms and sweeping brushes when not in use to prevent bristles from causing damage or discomfort.
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