World’s Fair to Feature Women Across All Exhibits
Marian Mays Martin notes that the 1939 New York World’s Fair will include women prominently without a dedicated women’s building. Officials say fair ladies will appear throughout exhibits, from fashion to general interest, reflecting diverse tastes among female visitors.
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Marian Mays Martin
Trylon and Perisphere
Petticoat Lane
Hall of Fashion
Milady
Grover Whalen
Linoleum Care Tips From Home Cleaning Column
The article advises using bland soap in warm water to clean linoleum and warns against harsh powders or caps. It notes linoleum lasting longer with a coat of good floor wax and frequent polishing. It mentions inlaid versus printed linoleum and recommends gentle cleaning to avoid joint seepage.
Tart Fruit Dessert Tasty Served With Fish Dinner
A recipe feature by Judith Wilson suggests pairing bright fruit dishes with fish for Lent. It describes baked pear desserts with raisins and lemon, plus a grapefruit avocado salad with a citrus honey dressing. Pears are baked with brown sugar and nuts, then served with whipped cream.
Fashion's at Your Fingertips in Purply Jewel Tones
A fashion description highlights fingertip influence with a nail motif print in new purply jewel tones. The ensemble features a full swirling skirt, a detailed bodice, tiny puffed sleeves, and a belt of matching fabric with fuchsia leather insets.
Luncheons Menu Highlights Fresh Pears and Desserts
Shortcake with sliced fresh pears and whipped cream cheese rarebit on toast offers a light lunch. A shredded carrot raisin salad and baked pears provide fruity options alongside cookies for dessert.
Plaids Add Fresh Spring Flair to Wardrobe Staples
Plaids return as smart trim and accessories this spring. Bright plaid ribbon loops decorate a navy bicorne hat, plaid bindings and bows accent a black rayon crepe dress, a plaid taffeta petticoat peeks from the skirt, and a red plaid bolero with buckle belt pairs with navy crepe.
Fruity Colors Dress Easter Styles in New York
New York fashion writer notes fruit colored palettes for Easter outfits. Describes eye catching previews, unusual purple shades, and underlayers such as petticoats, slips, and dust ruffles. Advises on balancing tops and bottoms, hoops in taffeta, and versatile travel costumes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eleanor Gunn
New York
Beauty Tips: Epsom Salts Cure Blackheads
Dissolve about four heaping tablespoons Epsom salts in two cups boiling water and cool in a clean bottle for use. Do not use witch hazel after the cold rinse. If skin is irritated use cream sparingly. Use cold water in the morning. To set makeup, sponge the face with witch hazel.
Mother's Diet Helps Build Sturdy Bones in Her Child
A columnist notes baby care progress focusing on health promotion and early balance. A mother and grandmother clash over dress. the daughter asserts times have changed and parents teach tolerance while guiding etiquette privately.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dorothy
Grandma
Mother Must Be Strong For Healthy Baby
The article urges building the mother’s physical and mental condition in early pregnancy and in the final months before birth. It stresses choosing a doctor, regular checkups, and ensuring calcium iron and phosphorus intake to prevent anaemia and weak blood, teeth decay, and dizziness as the baby’s bones form.
Nutrition for Mothers and Babies in Pregnancy
The article advises a diet rich in calcium iron and phosphorus with fruits vegetables and milk. It suggests cod liver oil or concentrates with orange juice and some meat to prevent deficiencies. If needed calcium phosphorus and possibly iron tablets are recommended. Rest light work sun sleep and proper clothing aid maternal welfare and milk quality.
Face Powder Must Harmonize With the Skin
Advice for choosing and applying face powder to match skin type and tone. Emphasizes testing texture and shade before purchase, notes powder varieties from light to clingy, and explains matching to oily normal or dry skin. Recommends avoiding pale shades that dull expression and using rosier tones for warmth and animation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shirley Ross
Filmstar
Use of Soiled Puff Can Blemish Your Skin
The article warns that a soiled powder puff can cause blemishes and poor makeup results. It advises selecting appropriate powder bases and lotions, keeping puffs clean and on hand, and replacing or refreshing them regularly to maintain a fresh, even finish.
Modes and Manners: Domestic Servant Uniforms Question and Answer
A domestic servant should have three washable work dresses and dinner uniforms to look neat. The host, typically the gentleman, should offer to pay for coffee when a boy joins for dinner out, as the host’s duty.
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LTP
Janet
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