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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1912
Page
5
Lynn August 4 The adventures of Alice in Wonderland pale beside a Lynn man Thomas Lowe 24 returned to his parental home in custody of his father and mother after a trip to Boston that left him awed and unable to detail his experiences police suspected abduction but he claimed to have travelled alone.
A boy from the Lowe family departed Lynn yesterday morning and rode to Boston where a policeman found him on Sudbury Street. He rode alone with only 30 cents, then toured Revere Beach before returning home, greeting his parents with wonder at his travels and tales of distant lands.
In New Bedford on August 4 a four week textile strike presses a plan to end the stoppage. A sub committee drafts a replacement for the grading payment system to be shown to the weavers executive board and then to manufacturers. An eight hour session of the National Federation of Cloth Weavers council met as a $1000 grant was awarded to the union.
Twenty two rowing clubs from the United States and Canada will compete in the 40th annual regatta of the National Association of Amateur Oarsmen on Peoria lake at Peoria Illinois next Friday and Saturday. Eight Eastern clubs will enter small boat events but no eight oared crews from the East are listed this year.
The Wilds twins Flossie and Hazel of Jamaica Plain announce engagements. Flossie to Harold DeVeer of Roslindale and Hazel to Neil Crocker. Separate incidents mention Portland division trains with broken axle at Rockingham Junction and a passenger car derailment at Dover near a 50-foot embankment.
A widow writes that she is engaged to a widower who objects to her seeing other men when he cannot attend. She fears separation but loves him and plans to marry. Mrs Champagne replies that she should value loyalty, avoid temptations, and focus on becoming a faithful wife to prevent strained relations.
A gentleman asks if escorting a young lady to her seat after ice cream at a local event was proper. The reply: he conducted her to the correct seat, though ideally she could precede him to indicate her choice. the action was correct and should not cause reproach.
A collection of home recipes with directions for a chocolate custard cake a rhubarb dessert tapioca jelly and a peanut egg salad. Names Mabel G George Mrs H A Gray Mrs May Sousa and Lucy Ke Potter appear with addresses detailing publication context.
Dear Sisters of the Sewing Circle asks guidance as a city wife aged 32 debates leaving town for a 10 acre farm outside Boston with two children aged eight and ten. She fears loneliness and reduced schooling while husband, 40, pushes for rural life and chicken farming, seeking advice.
A 19 year old self described as beautiful and charming asks Sisters for opinions on being a “baby doll” type who wins men by a smile. She notes five admirers who are “dead in love” with her and defends herself from the label of flirt while inviting reader judgment.
A young wife writes to a circle for guidance, confessing two years of marriage without love while loving another. She requests help deciding whether to leave her husband who is devoted to her or pursue the other man, signing as UNHAPPY.
A widow writes that happiness in marriage rests on common sense, not romantic love. She notes she buried three husbands yet was happy with each due to shared grounded traits. She urges girls to marry with sane judgment, not silly romantic ideals.
A 15 year old girl asks the Sewing Circle for guidance on whether to quit school after a summer job as a book keeper. She notes friends advise different paths and that her parents allow any choice. She faces a second year in high school if she goes back.
A reader writes of a husband who started refined and educated but has since declined into laziness. The letter explains self blame for tolerating lapses and expresses sorrow at the loss of a refined home life. A fellow reader signs as Another Disappointed Wife.
A selection of engaging letters to the Sewing Circle will be published in Sunday's Post, offering readers a glimpse into fashion and craft discussions. The page promises lively correspondence and community insights.
PORTSMOUTH N H Aug 4 The Boston and Maine wrecking crew from this city was called out twice today to clear up wrecks both of which were on the waterfront and involved minor damage and halted traffic briefly.
Senators health worsened after the Chicago convention and weighs 112 pounds. He hesitates to leave Washington. Taft relies on his counsel and foes fear losing his steady hand. Beloved by friends, he plans rest in the Berkshires but campaign duties prevent it. Continuous strain from the convention leaves doctors urging a long break.
Andrew Brigham of the Over-the-river district claims a record for killing two skunks with one shotgun blast. He said he spotted a large pair behind his barn, aimed carefully, and discovered both skunks broken by the shot.
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