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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1939
Page
4
Reader letters discuss social tone and lunch habits affecting office harmony. An English background and aloof manners are blamed for women in the office shunning a successful 21 year old. a solution suggests social outings to ease tensions.
A dinner suggestion describes placing apples on a table with a cheese tray. Small dishes hold anise seed caraway seed and coriander for guests to dip slices of apple before enjoying them with the cheese. It also suggests sampling unusual cheeses this month.
The article discusses Marshal Pariani as a potential head of Italy’s armed forces if war resumes, noting Mussolini’s control and Badoglio’s weak position. It profiles Pariani born 1876 in Milan, praised in World War I with two silver medals, and involved in Ethiopia campaign planning with Baistrocchi. It also hints at possible Allied switch if conflict rises. Tomorrow: General Voroshilov, Russia.
A friend arriving with a stranger should not be called by his first name unless introduced as Bob or Robert Fisher. if called Mr Fisher by the introducer, others should refrain. Engraved engagement announcement cards are improper. consider an announcement party or word of mouth only within four to five months of marriage. newspaper announcements are discouraged.
In the spring feature chef ideas highlight lamb preparations from chops and roasts to pies and skewers. Pair lamb with mint rhubarb peas and new potatoes while listing daily menus and dessert options for a week with varied breakfast lunch and dinner courses.
A millinery display at the World’s Fair spotlights updated men’s straw hats. Styles depart from sailor and Panama shapes with wider brims, light porous materials, and varied bands in natural tan tones. Some radical weaves and patterns feel too bold for everyday wear.
Woman's guide to posture for better appearance shares tips from Joan Blaine and Yolanda. Stand tall with spine aligned, back against wall, chest up, head high, belly drawn in, and hips grounded. Maintain straight feet, avoid hunching, and practice knee and leg actions to enhance carriage and grace.
Circulated design notes from 1939 Fairchild feature a circular swing skirt with a gathered uplift section paired with a terry lined smock coat.
Daily cleansing with a mild soap suds and a complexion brush helps remove dead surface skin. Lemon and cucumber creams are gentle bleaches. a buttermilk cornmeal mask suits Southern beauty routines. Wet with lemon juice or peroxide nightly, wash, then apply cream before makeup.
In New York as June arrives the marine scene blooms with feminine swimwear. Modern suits favor cute, cotton designs with skirts or pleated shorts and varying necklines. The square neckline and hooded play suits are noted fashion updates for the season.
Dr. Claud North Chrisman argues new drugs require extensive testing and council approval before sale. The piece then shifts to parenting guidance, noting children are naturally selfish and must learn sharing through patient, example based teaching. Forcing sharing breeds resentment. use gentle exchanges and reasoning to foster generosity.
Medical journals extol sulfanilamide for blood infections and pneumonia while warning of side effects and the need for doctor supervision. A derivative Sulfapyridine, cheaper and less toxic, reportedly better for pneumonia but not for other infections.
Dried parsley flavors omelets and scrambled eggs while keeping a fresh green color. Bananas can be served as hot fritters with whipped cream and cinnamon. Nutmeg flavors vanilla or orange junket before it sets. Hot tea with lemon and cloves remains refreshing.
A slice of bread placed at the cut end of cake held by toothpicks keeps the cake fresh. It also works as adhesive plaster for securing corset steels. It repairs hot water bags and raincoats.
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