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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1911
Page
9
A mysterious tiny old man escorts Almon Winters through vivid scenes of wealth and poverty by airship. They observe imagined loves and end with the Girl with the Crutch finding true love beside a humble couple, proving love makes life rather than wealth.
A home remedy from a beauty guide claims instant wrinkle reduction. Mix one ounce of saxolite in a half pint of witch hazel and apply daily for a firmer, smoother complexion.
A reader asks about a 22 year old being courted by a 48 year old married man who plans divorce. The adviser warns against involvement until the husband is free, notes gossip risk, and cautions that incompatibility due to age difference likely caused the strain. The courts will decide the divorce.
A reader asks if to invite a girl by letter to a dance event or wait for closer acquaintance before extending a ball invitation. Advice suggests not delaying risk of losing the chance, and encourages creating opportunities to meet her rather than hoping for another encounter.
Instructions describe salting and drying a tongue with specific proportions and a ten day curing cycle then drying and bag storage. A second recipe outlines butter sugar milk and flour cake batter with vanilla and nuts, baking two layers with walnut rows and chocolate frosting as the filling.
An advice column piece discusses how wives should handle husbands with affinities and keep their marriages strong. Aunt Susan counsels staying attractive, agreeing with husbands, and imitating admired behavior while avoiding reforming others. Sally seeks readers’ verdicts on a man who loves another woman yet treats his wife well.
A Post reader asks the Sewing Circle Sisters for advice on a home wedding in a few weeks. The plan is a buffet lunch for immediate relatives and guidance is sought on how to invite relatives by voice or card and whether the groom should wear a wedding suit with white gloves as they depart.
A homeowner laments local children and even outsiders trespassing on a yard. Flowers are pulled, fruit trees damaged, and bricks thrown when confronted. The writer notes police say the youths are too young to be charged and asks mothers to teach property rights. Call for help.
A sister recounts a husband who endured gambling and dissipation after marrying another woman. He pursued her company until she demanded proof of reform. He has since completely reformed and seeks a stable life.
An ad promotes metcolite wax as a facial treatment to remove blemishes by exfoliating the outer skin. It claims the product uses metcolized wax to absorb dead skin, revealing a natural complexion with nightly application and morning cleansing. The copy discourages powders and paints.
A writer critiques Alma's admission to an affinity group and choices within marriage. The tone questions conventional morals and warns about hidden alliances, urging fidelity while resisting underhand methods and sensationalism. The piece frames social judgment and civic norms shaping reputations.
In Westfield on August 14, the Rev. Henry M. Dyckman of the First Congregational Church received a Bible about 200 years old from George Blum. The 1712 Germany printed work measures 18 by 6 inches with a leather cover and metal corners and clasps. The front page bears a two color inscription noting Martin Luther and MDCCXITI.
The body of Robert Murphy Jr. was found face down in 12 feet of water at Railroad wharf harbor today. He had been seen sitting on the wharf fishing earlier but no witness saw him fall overboard.
Thomas Shaw, likely the province oldest man, died at 105 in St. John New Brunswick. Born in England he lived a long life before his death announced today.
In this 1911 verse by Walt Mason, Uncle Walt recalls Cap Jimpson and Pa Bilkins urging their sons Jay and Guy to work, painting, hauling, and stoking pride or rebellion. The piece contrasts cheerful Jay’s compliance with Guy’s stubborn defiance and asks who will win favor or fault in the end.
Lieutenant Governor Frothingham and Acting Mayor Collins welcomed delegates to the 59th annual convention of druggists in Boston. About 250 delegates and an equal number of ladies arrived. events centered at the Vendome with Allied associations meeting separately.
Fashion notes highlight popular coiffure ornamentation with butterflies, hemstitching on neckwear, and silk embroidery on filet net. Trends favor waist matching suits forming a three piece look, black white mauve and Quaker gray gowns, and tall tailor made skirts in luxury fabrics. Coats show plain lines with large collars and tasselled hood like effects, belts, and buckles dominate accessories.
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