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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1911
Page
7
A promotional notice extols Resinol Ointment as a universal skin remedy for conditions from pimples to eczema and burns. It advertises Resinol Soap as a purifying cleanser and scalp conditioner, suitable for infants and families, with availability through druggists nationwide and manufacturer Resinol Chemical Co. Baltimore, Md.
An early warning ad warns that a parlor optician uses dust tricks to bluff customers about eyesight while promising costly glasses. It claims Wilson Bros Scollay Sq Jewellers offer cheaper lenses by $3 to $5 and alleges they employ unethical practices and in-house lens grinding with repairs while you wait.
Sore feet relief touts TIZ as instant and lasting remedy. Claims include drawing out poisonous exudations and cleansing pores for rapid comfort. Sold in druggists for 25 cents per box or from Walter Rutherdge & Co, Chicago.
A 19 year old writer named SMILES shares lessons from four years in three offices. She warns young women about married and unscrupulous suitors, urges self defense, and stresses the value of dignity, humor, and firm refusals to preserve reputation. She notes ages 18 for women and 21 for men and ends with a caution about marriage timing.
The narrator describes settling a surprise marriage to a poor beloved. They detail visiting the Marriage Registry of Deeds on Court Street paying $1.02 for a license then finding a justice of the peace, and receiving a quick church-like ceremony on the third floor. The couple keeps it secret and reports happiness after seven weeks.
Six years after moving in the author recalls children stealing ripe plums and promising to prosecute if they steal green fruit. He offers fruit to any child who asks and warns that adults are the current nuisance. He notes the tree near the street is visible to passing cars and urges not to be harsh with children, citing environment.
New fall coats favor heavy rough materials double faced with plain reverse for trimming. Collarless waists give way to high collars for wrap wear. Skirts widen with an overall two and a half yard hem while overskirt effects appear on afternoon dresses. Coronation and Durbar spur bold jewelry while marine laces velvet and macrame decorate waists and suits. Peasant sleeves feature large folded cuffs and sheer undersleeves. Jabots bring lace frill neckbands with narrow guipure inserts.
Readable recipe clippings list baked goods sauces and relishes with ingredients and method. Mrs H Swain Mrs William Aldam Mrs P R Bean and Mrs Fannid Gould provide measurements steps and serving tips for cakes icing and tomato relish with addresses in Providence Pittsfield Rockland and Pittsfield.
A 23 year old suitor seeks guidance on proposing to his 21 year old girlfriend after three years together. Mildred Champagne urges marrying while in love, reassures his confidence, and suggests waiting a bit or lightening the pace to win her answer.
A Walt Mason quatrain from 1911 recounts his failed proposal to Laura Jean Libbey and Lillian Russell. He laments rejection by Russell, endorses Laura’s comforting aid, and vows to renew his suit despite scorn and heartache. The verse reflects early 20th century celebrity culture and romantic irony.
Agnes Donald Murchie wife of United States Marshal Guy Murchie died at Grove Farm Ipswich from pneumonia after a brief illness. She was daughter of the late Rev RE Winchester Donald D D former rector of Trinity Church. She married Mr Murchie April 16 1904 and is survived by her husband and three sons and a daughter. The eldest son Donald Murchie had Colonel Theodore Roosevelt as godfather.
Henry Anderson Lafter editor of San Francisco will wed Mrs Gladys Courvoisier Madden after their divorces. Mrs Madden to receive final decree Aug 29 and Lafter Aug 31 with wedding planned in early September. Madden formerly married to Lt Wilson Madden U S N since January 1909.
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