Description
Step back in time with the April 1953 edition of McCall's Magazine, featuring a captivating cover story titled "The Private Life of Queen Elizabeth II." This vintage magazine offers a glimpse into the life of one of history's most iconic monarchs. As you flip through its pages, you'll discover insights that reflect the culture and societal values of the era, all while enjoying the beautiful advertisements and articles that make vintage magazines so collectible.
In good condition, this magazine has been preserved well considering its age. It does have an address label affixed, which is common in magazines from this time period. Minor wear can be observed throughout the entire publication, giving it a charming, well-loved appearance. This authenticity adds to its value as a collectible piece for history buffs and royal family enthusiasts alike.
To protect your investment, the magazine comes with a plastic covering. This will help you maintain its condition for years to come, even as you enjoy its contents. Don't miss seeing the minor marks present; photos are included for your review, ensuring you know exactly what to expect.
- Authentic Vintage: A genuine piece of nostalgia from the early 1950s.
- Royal Insights: Offers a window into the private life of Queen Elizabeth II, as experienced by society at that time.
Whether you're a collector, a fan of royal history, or just someone who enjoys reading vintage magazines, this April 1953 McCall's Magazine is a perfect addition to your collection. It not only serves as a unique conversation starter, but also as a beautifully preserved piece of history to admire.
Note: The content list below is digitally transcribed for searchability. Please refer to the photos for the exact Table of Contents.
Inside This Issue (Full Table of Contents):-
Novel
- Don’t Try To Change Me — George Neston
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Short Stories
- Too Loving — Muriel Roy Bolton
- For Girls It’s Different — Norma Patterson
- Someone They Used To Know — Faith Baldwin
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Features
- McCall’s Goes to the Movies
- If You Ask Me — Eleanor Roosevelt
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Articles
- Amusing Easter Eggs — Marion Holbrook
- Her Idea Saves Lives
- She Sings for Godfrey’s Supper
- The Private Life of Queen Elizabeth II — Allan A. Michie
- Bob Hope for the Housewives (Personal Story) — Eleanor Harris
- A Report on High School Sororities — Isabelle Taves
- The Women Behind Ike — Christine Sadler
- Are Women Smarter Than Men? — John E. Gibson
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Children
- The Questions You Ask About Boils — Dr. John Fitch Landon
- Where To See Betsy McCall’s and Linda McCall’s New Dresses
- Put the Dress on Betsy
- What’ll I Do Now? — E. M. Preston and B. S. De Regniers
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Food
- Good Food Is Good for the Soul — Helen McCully
- Tastiest, Prettiest Easter Dinner in Town — Eleanor Noderer
- Our Best Cook Makes Eggplant Italiana — Helen McCully
- How To Cook Meat-stuffed Pimientos — Helen Flynn
- How To Make Our Easter Chicken Rolls — Margit Lutz
- 124 Practical Food Ideas and Penny-wise Recipes: Pages 89 to 96
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Housekeeping
- Which Kind of Coffee Maker Do You Like? — Doris Hanson
- Take a Look at the New Electric Ranges — Elizabeth S. Herbert
- Try This — Greda Fogelsberg
- Try This — Anna Fisher
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Houses and Home Fashions
- Your Bedroom Should Be Your Own Room — Mary Davis Gillies
- Choose Your Favorite Color
- New Bedspreads — Mary Shepherd
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Beauty
- Back View
- She Makes Time for Beauty — Peggy Bell
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Fashions
- Cottons Pretty as a Posy — Estelle Lane
- Cottons Sweet as Sugar Candy
- Cottons Fresh as a Summer Garden
- Where To See McCall’s Fine Cotton Fashions
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Patterns
- The Maid of Cotton — Barbara Hodgkins
- Textured Organdies
- Tweedy Textures
- Textured Ginghams
- Sculptured and Glossy
- Denim Highlights
- She’ll Love . . .
- This Apron Is Easy To Make
- Make a Daisy Chain
- Cover photograph by Anton Bruehl. Recipe on page 84