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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1938
Page
9
Prof Claud North Chrisman warns that coal tar derivatives have high pharmaceutical value as antiseptics and fever reducers but pose danger when misused. He cites effects on blood, heart rate, kidneys and temperature with overdosage leading to circulatory collapse and cyanosis.
The article cautions that pain relieving remedies and sedatives can be misused leading to addiction. It notes coal tar products and salicylates in aspirin and sleep drugs. It urges consulting a physician for indication dosage and frequency, avoiding extremes in self treatment.
The guide explains washing glazed chintz curtains on a flat surface by sponging small areas with soap suds, rinsing with a wrung cloth, and drying at once with a soft cloth. It notes knitted garments and sweat areas, plus skirts and dresses, should be kept flat in drawers and not hung, with drying on a flat surface.
Profiles for Today recalls Mrs. Lan zetta Lennon a former Ziegfeld Follies girl who became factotum and wardrobe mistress. For 30 years she has handled notes gifts and fan mail for chorus girls at a Broad way night club while observing changes in Dress fashion and backstage life.
A style note describes two play suits with one designed in sharkskin featuring a wide leather belt and leather-button detailing from neck to hem. The one-piece shorts include a button-on skirt and come in royal blue shrimp aqua and white sharkskin.
A Paquin fashion note highlights a long bias cut skirt with a marquisette blouse in white black or pale rose. The ensemble forms a full evening outfit emphasizing sleek lines and soft sheer fabric.
A collarless molded jacket in blue and white knotty tweed features an out line silhouette with four slit pockets, designed to pair with odd skirts or contrasting shirtwaist dresses.
Learn professional manicure tricks for a flawless look at home. Use warm soapy water soak for clean cuticles, a colorless base, and smooth brush techniques to achieve lasting, salon quality nails while saving time. Clean up any uneven edges with an orange stick and polish remover.
Tips for using leftover crackers and cookies appear with chocolate crumb cookies recipe and a glycerine cleaning method. The cookie instructions cover double boiler melting, sweetened condensed milk, toasted crumbs and nuts, baking, chilling, layering with pineapple, and serving with whipped cream. The cleaning guidance suggests a glycerine water ammonia solution to lift stains and smooth surfaces.
Reader questions cover reconditioning oils versus olive oil for dry hair, with a tip to mix olive and castor oil if budget is tight. Hair styling advice suggests a soft roll and simple curls to suit a prominent nose. Elbow care advises nightly glycerine and camphor lotion to soften and lighten rough skin ahead of bathing season.
A mixed fashion feature covers new summer slack styles for men and women with color notes from New York and Swedish peasant aprons. It also includes a pineapple icebox cake recipe and a pear and ginger salad method with mint garnish.
Menu lists a luncheon with Tomato Bouillon Crabmeat Salad in Cucumber Boats Hot Rolls Ice Cream Chocolate Cookies Tea. Dinner features Baked Bluefish with Crumb Stuffing Asparagus Hollandaise Parsley Potatoes Creamy Rice Pudding Coffee.
A large paper sack is slipped over the end of the food grinder to catch crumbs while grinding bread or crackers. This simple device minimizes mess and makes cleanup easier.
June notes open season for picnics but adults view outdoors with skepticism. The piece warns against over anxious parenting of frail children, urges normal healthy standards, weight checks, exercise, proper diet, and preserving a child’s confidence.
The article weighs porch dining versus trailer living noting men prefer simple sandwiches and cold drinks on the porch, especially without women. It argues comfort is key, with a table and chairs and a screened porch suitable for cold or instantly edible foods, while elaborate snacks require effort.
The article notes small tables help hostesses serve tea or coffee to guests between meals or as a light snack. It suggests preparedness eases strain from late visitors and recommends porch or terrace snacks as a simple solution. It warns against surprising guests with an old fashioned picnic unless the crowd is young.
In hotel weddings gifts may be viewed at the bride’s home the day before with a reserved room for gifts and viewing. Brides may change into traveling clothes at the reception location. It is correct to leave utensils for second helpings as needed.
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