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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1922
Page
11
Shelley’s short poem recalls nature’s unions to mirror human longing for union. The romance lines describe fountains mingling with rivers and the earth kissing the sun and moon, asking why two lovers should be single when all creation binds together.
A reader asks if a light kiss between two young lovers before formal engagement harms their reputation. The columnist reassures that occasional affectionate kisses between a self respecting 18 year old and her loyal fiancé to be pose little risk if both uphold respect and conduct.
Household hints advise ripening green tomatoes in a cool dark place and applying a pinch of salt to hot starch for better clothes finish. Ironing with a thick rug under feet reduces fatigue. Toast bread on a stove using a plate and asbestos mat for even browning. Signed Mrs George H Thorne Lamartine Court Jamaica Plain.
A condensed narrative shows sailors fearing mutiny as they sail toward the unknown. A meteor, seaweed seas, and a wandering compass spark dread before Columbus sights land. Rodrigo de Triana’s lookout confirms America on October 12, 1492. The piece honors Columbus’s courage and persistence amid censure.
A fashion roundup notes summer afternoon dresses with short sleeves and tunic or double skirts. Gowns feature crosswise tucks and sleeves that nearly touch the ground, with taffeta and lattice trim. Morning frocks stay straight, and bridal gowns show seed pearl embroidery on sleeves. The short coat dominates the current tailleur, pleated panels shape frock sides, and Paris favors draped lame gowns with lavish wraps.
This 1922 Public Ledger guide advises checking for tight even weaving and soft feel to ensure long wear. It warns against crepey crepe de chine being too stiff and notes black taffeta may be heavily weighed. It suggests raveling threads to test strength and cautions price is not a reliable quality indicator.
A New England homemaker column presents recipes using ground beef wrapped in cabbage leaves, pepper stuffed meat in tomato soup, and a simple olive oil onion dressing. Additional home tips cover nurse training inquiries and domestic advice on loyalty and health.
A dispute aboard a streetcar reveals gender dynamics and commentary on male gaze. The woman accuses men of mass mind behavior and conquest boasting, while a man defends casual glance as harmless thrill in a dull world. The referee offers a final tally: the flattery wins.
Miss Collins describes a new college graduate at the glove counter who initially struggles with change and English. Miss Forbes helps a French-speaking customer by using French she learned in college, proving more language skill than arithmetic. The exchange ends with colleagues recognizing her unexpected competence.
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