SEWING CIRCLE PATTERNS Wide Call for Hostess Gowns And Housecoats in Gay Prints MAKE Back-to-School Outfit for Teens Simple, Flattering Daytime Frock By CHERIE NICHOLAS STAGE SC R EEN R A D IO ICE CREAM At h o « n - A n y «o»or-U elxIO M K - - N . k . , r „ l o l . - N e . * • * • * • " P ? .J w h ipp ing - N o « o r c h .d ~ “ Inexpensive - 70 redpee •" • ‘ B*’ Flea«« »end thi» ad I f i f M l-D ID G pie oiler, or buy from yo«rr grocer t loiroornjemw Relented by W eete.n Newepnper Union. BY VIRGINIA VALE Brond Homemade Ice Croom rances l a n g f o r d , doing such a swell F who’s job on that radio program stabilizer ISNStsm *» - I JJ MOW AMO. MM IMtnCUCM I. i that she heads, got just what she wanted in a scene for RKO’s “ Radio Stars on Pa­ rade.’* Starred with Wally Brown and Alan Carney in the m uilcal, which has ‘‘Tru th or Consequences'* Ralph Edwards. Skii i y Ennis and his band, F ra n ­ ces found the studio set the scene of a revival of Hollywood slapstick technique. This included the use of custard pics as missiles. “ E ver » p n s /i d a y keeps Slenderizing Frock CHARMING daytime frock for the woman who likes unclut­ tered simplicity. The gored skirt is slenderizing and very flattering to the larger figure. Shoulder tucks give a soft, feminine air. A 1387 11-18 FRANCES LANGFORD E P E N D upon it, the happy po sessor of a charming house­ coat fashioned of gay and beguiling evrrglaze chintz, us illustrated to the left, w ill find it a source of Joy and comfort the whole summer through, and on Into mellow autumn days. Now's the tim e that the light­ weight houserobc gives real serv­ ice. Ideul it is tor betwixt and be­ tween season wear, and it will con­ tinue to carry on triumphantly way up to when the new crop of luxuri­ ant “ keep w arm " fashions begin to come in. Enthusiasm for housecoats and hostess gowns done in gay print Jersey, crepe and washable prints has been unprecedented this season. The trend is toward stunning modes such as the dram atic bowknot print hostess gown shown to the right. The m aterial is a shantung in Du Pont rayon yarn. The gown is ultra modern in that it goes 50-50 print with plain. The front bodice, as you w ill note in the inset, shows a blouse effect made of the plain. You'll love this dress for its candlelight flattery as well as its daytim e loveliness. Houserobes of richly colorful Jer­ sey print have high fashion rank for fall. They are serviceable and ever so good looking. One of their out- standiuif features is that they are so sm artly styled, some with inset bolts, others with the new corselet offect. Side-draping is much in evi­ dence, also ruffled shoulder treat­ ments and a dram atic use of jeweled buttons at the waistline. These bright jersey-print lovelies are not only relaxation-perfect but you can meet your guests with perfect poise In one of these fashion-right robes. The outlook for fall and winter at- home fashions is most glamorous D Fabulous things are being done in exciting lounge wear that involves a use of glitter accents, exotic color and picturesque silhouettes, also there is a feeling of fa r East influ­ ence expressed In such items as hand - painted or sequin • trim m ed leisure blouses worn with tapered trousers. Gold bangles dangle from belts, arms are laden with brace­ lets, and m idriff effects are seen in wide girdles and sashes. Contrasting the dram atic and sophisticated styling of luxury-type novelties, the early new collections show wool jersey hostess robes or coats which place the accent on the refinement and elegance of exquisite simplicity. These are very lovely in pastels, as for Instance, the side- button model in pink wool Jersey that achieves a slim-at-the-walstline silhouette together with a full-skirted hemline. Wool Jersey in the darker colors w ill be a flrst-in-favor for practical, “ comfy’’ good-looking fall and winter housecoats. The robe made of horseblanket plaid brings in the American feel­ ing. This type is the sort college girls go for, and their practicality is emphasized in that some of them have a collar attachment cleverly taped so that it may be converted into a hood. There is quite a wide use being made of durable all-over lace in tints to match the crepe with which it is made up. One lovely model has a peplum jacket blouse of all-over lace which tops a skirt in matched- color crepe. An increasing trend to soft styling is noted all the way through the advance at-home ap­ parel collections. since 1 started making pictures I ’ve 1 wanted to throw a pie at someone," said she. “ It seemed such fun. I found it was." Alan Carney was on the receiving end of the pastry, and found Frances’ aim as good as her voice. Released by Western Newspaper Union. Make-Your-Ownldea Spreading on Campus Sewing interest is mounting to a new high. Now that the make-your- own idea is spreading throughout j the college girl clan there sure will be something doing in the way of clothes budget thrift by these am bi­ tious enthusiasts. Many of them are already planning to make their next semester's wardrobe. Exceptional opportunities are be­ ing ofTered in way of sewing instruc­ tions given in fabric departments in many stores. To do your own sew­ ing is really inspirational for it gives play to creative genius. No won­ der the sewing venture is becoming a hobby with young moderns who have ideas of their own and wel­ come the chance to work out indi­ vidual touches in the clothes they wear. You can get perfect patterns for every thing from slacks outfits to daytime frocks and dressy after­ noon costumes, with complete sew­ ing instructions. Fall Sweater Dresses Are Pretty and Practical You w ill be seeing more cottons worn this fall than ever. Their high fashion rank is declared in Just such stunning and wearable costumes as is this stunning bolero suit. This three-piece charm er in black and white gingham is just the type that makes for perfect midseason wear. For hot September days the brief bolero conceals a black halter blouse that spells comfort. Then too, with the bolero removed, you have a modish little frock that can go dancing inform ally. You’ll be that Intrigued with the new sweater dresses that are being shown for fall, you will feel the urge to buy one at first glance. They ap­ peal from two angles. One is their practicality and dependable weara­ bleness, the other is that they are so perfectly charming in appear­ ance. They have all the qualities to make them a big success fashion. They are shown in one and two- piece versions, combining soft wool jersey tops with black crepe skirts. The sweater tops are in delicate col­ ors like pale pink or beige. In some Instances the jersey bodice is fin­ ished off with a beguiling Jeweled necklace line. When George Burns and Gracie Allen left the air for the summer, they agreed not to speak of their radio work again till it came tim e to prepare for the fall series. Viola­ tion of the pact to cost the violator a dollar. George owes G racie $28, she owes him $18 ----- * ----- After 10 years of starring male names exclusively, “ Your H it Pa­ rade" shatters a precedent by star­ ring Joan Edwards, who’s been on the program four years. She also gets a big salary boost and a long­ term contract. Joan’s lucky star (and a lot of good hard work, plus plenty of talent) have put her right on top. She returned home from Hol­ lywood with offers from 20th Cen­ tury-Fox and W arner Bros. • Twosome for Juniors T 'H IS sm art twosome for juniors m akes an ideal back-to-school outfit. The figure-molding jum per combines handsomely with blouses or sweaters—for street w ear add the jaunty flared jacket. • • • Pattern No. 1387 is designed for sizes 11. 12, 13. 14, 18 and 18. Size 12, Jumper, requires 2% yards of 35-inch or 2% yards of 39-inch fabric; Jacket, short sleeves. 1% yards. • • Pattern No. 1374 is designed for sizes 36, 38, 40. 42. 44. 46. 48, 50 and 52. Size 38 requires 4 yards of 35 or 39-inch m a­ terial. Send your order to: SEW ING C IR C L E P A T T E R N D E P T . 149 New Montgomery St. San Francisco, Calif. Enclose 25 cents In coins for each pattern desired. Pattern No.............................. Size........... Nam e ......................................................... Address ...................................................... State Songs Today, 25 states have an official state song, 19 have adopted theirs 6ince the F irst World war. Flori­ da’s Swanee River an