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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1940
Page
9
Dr Chrisman discusses a mild epidemic of varicose conditions among middle aged adults, noting swelling veins and disrupted blood return. He explains causes including weak vessel walls, standing, and restricted garments, and describes visible varicose forms and their progression.
The article explains how standing or walking increases stress and pain, while lying down or elevating the feet often relieves symptoms. It notes swollen feet and ankles after long days, the circulation readjusting when activity stops, and mentions elastic stockings knee bands and elastic bandages as treatments.
This passage traces culotte as a fashion term for a knee length split skirt and discusses its etymology from culotte and sans culotte. It notes the evolution toward knee high skirts and contrasts with the aristocratic disdain for breeches during the French Revolution.
Maud Booth marks 75 years with celebrations in 104 American cities and prisons. Known as the Little Mother of American Prisons, she co founded Volunteers of America and the Volunteer League in 1896 with Ballington Booth.
A 1940 Fairchild design features a junior dinner dress in black velvet with black gray and white plaid taffeta. The back sleeves and girdle are black velvet. sides are flat with fullness from the girdle points.
Cranberries rich in minerals and vitamin C, served raw or as sauce, boost meals with lamb, turkey, beef, chicken, and fish. Recipes include Cranberry Nut Cobbler, Cranberry Ham Slices, Cranberry Muffins, Cranberry Relish, and Cranberry Cheese Salad with variations and serving ideas.
A etiquette quiz covers ring placement during the ceremony moving the engagement ring from the left third finger to the corresponding right finger, table crumb timing before dessert, proper table crumb technique, best man choice, hotel tipping etiquette of ten cents, and suggested entrees like fish and tongue. Also a home laundry tip advises ironing lace tablecloths with grain and aligning edges to avoid distortion.
Orange zest flavored cranberry nut cobblers are rising in popularity as a quick dish. They use grated orange rind, biscuit dough, and custard cup baking for about fifteen minutes.
New York styles revive the yoke as a shoulder shaping detail to replace padded shoulders. Designers show square yokes and cross sleeve yokes in contrasting fabrics, with sheer yokes and embroidered options. The trend hints at guimpe revivals and two way dresses with jackets, blending traditional and modern silhouettes.
A beauty tip suggests using a darker foundation on the forehead and a lighter rosy tone for the face to flatter regular features under lights. It notes Madame de Pompadour’s famed hair ritual and her boudoir gatherings where attendants styled her hair in the pompadour style.
A weekly plan suggests seven daily beauty tasks to stay groomed. It covers quick morning routines, hair care, skin toning, nails, deodorant, and a Saturday beauty day with salon options, ending with relaxing Sunday wardrobe planning.
A married woman deceives a suitor by hiding she is already married and forgives later. The piece then profiles STSPaEN a five year old whose endless questions and chatter stem from overstimulated nerves, urging parents to model quiet, set boundaries, and avoid turning him into a social nuisance.
A reflection on gender secrecy and trust in relationships. The piece argues women can keep secrets about marriage and men should be forthright about past marriages to avoid hurt and misunderstandings, illustrated by a widower’s concealed status causing social confusion. The narrator urges openness to prevent unwarranted gossip and fragile alliances.
A beauty tip stresses thorough brushing at least weekly with circular and vertical motions, flossing, brushing ten minutes, plus mouthwash for a refreshing finish. It notes movie stars rely on this routine for their smiles and suggests gum massage as part of the process.
An illustrated 1940 Fairchild page presents a tailored town coat featuring a shawl collar and double breasted design. The model uses skunk fur on broadcloth to convey luxury and warmth.
A columnist argues that mystery around individuals, especially women, undermines credibility. The piece insists a woman has a right to privacy and need not justify herself to a spouse while criticizing secretiveness as unnecessary and counterproductive for open, modern relationships.
A new type of double hung window pivots in the middle so both upper and lower sashes can rotate to right angles. This allows cleaning from inside and improves air passage while avoiding dangerous exterior cleaning of standard designs.
A red hot coat description notes a softly textured wool and camel hair fabric. Features include large patch pockets, convertible collar, and double breasted pearl buttons, offered by college shops.
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