Dividing family income sparks debate on rent and food
A Boston woman argues against a rigid four way split of earnings into rent food clothing and the wage earner’s savings. She urges cheaper housing and better cooking education to relieve poverty and keep families out of the poor house. Another reader notes food costs and suggests practical changes. A married woman recalls how she influenced her husband to propose, claiming orchestration of the moment and the mistaken view that he chose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewing Circle
America
New England
Boston
Fashion Notes On Accessories And Evening Wear
The passage outlines coordinating colors for ensembles with emphasis on matching shoes to dresses and white facing on dark hats. It notes chiffon chemise jumpers for evening wear, heavy embroidery on Georgette crepe blouses, and widespread use of ribbons on collars and other items. A white gown with a black satin hat is cited as stylish, with linen collars and bright neckties highlighted as fashionable.
Welch's For Growing Bodies In Heat
Ad copy urges parents to offer Welch's juice to thirsty children during hot spells. It emphasizes nourishment for growing bodies and natural refreshment without persuasive insistence.
Sausage roast with mint sauce and rhubarb custard pie
A Lowell based column by Mrs H Walker presents Sausage Roast with mint scented gravy and a lamb pairing. Also included is a rhubarb custard pie recipe with ginger flavor and merinque topping.
Plan to Fit Massachusetts Men for War Service
Governor McCall backs a program allowing men once rejected for the draft or due to minor defects to receive free medical treatment from over 30 top Massachusetts specialists. A 40 patient capacity hospital would house and rehabilitate them until fit for service, under Dr. William A. Brooks, with discussions held with Major-General Butler Ames.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Massachusetts
Uncle Sam
War Department
Washington
McCall
Commonwealth
William A. Brooks
Beacon Street
Massachusetts State Guard
Butler Ames
State Guard
Brooks
Birthday Bio Briefs on Georges Cuvier and His Legacy
A short feature recalls Georges Cuvier born August 23 1769 in Montbeliard France. It notes his early interest in birds and animals his academy for discussing science at age fourteen and his intense study at university leading to a long career as zoologist legislator minister and ambassador. It also mentions his death in his 64th year and a brain weight over a pound above average.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuvier
Napoleon
Bleachers Hear War Talk From French Army Leader
A crowd of 559 American reserve officers gathered in Soldiers Field to receive daily instruction from Colonel Paul Azan head of the French army mission at Harvard. The session was held outdoors with translations provided by an interpreter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Soldiers Field
Paul Azan
Harvard
Azan
Dear Miss Champagne on Love and Secrecy
A 17 year old girl asks if she should secretly keep company with a 21 year old who her parents oppose. The letter urges avoiding deceit, stressing parental disapproval and the need for a worthy partner who proves his change by actions, not concealment. The advice cautions against clandestine meetings and emphasizes reputation and maturity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Champagne
How to Travel California by Burlington Personally Conducted Tour
A Burlington cue to a California trip via a "Personally Conducted" party with a guide who describes sights from Denver to the Sierra Nevadas. Daylight routes, through Pullman sleeping cars, courteous attendants, and lower costs. Contact Alex Stocks for an illustrated booklet and maps.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington
California
West
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pike's Peak Region
Royal Gorge
Colorado Rockies
Salt Lake City
Sierra Nevadas
Pullman
Alex Stocks
New England Pass
Washington St
Boston
Tel
Navy League knitting work continues despite prohibition
Mrs. Gardiner Hall, chairman of the women s auxiliary of the Navy League in Massachusetts, said last night there will be no interruption in knitting and forwarding supplies to enlisted men in the first naval district even though direct contributions from the Navy League have been barred by Secretary Daniels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secretary of the Navy
Daniels
Navy League of the United States
United States Navy
First Naval District
Gardiner Hall
Women’s Auxiliary
Massachusetts Department
Navy Leagues
Navy League
First wedding in new St Josephs Church in Quincy Point
The first wedding at the new St. Josephs Church Quincy Point occurred yesterday as Miss Rachel MacInnis now of Quincy formerly of Sydney Nova Scotia wed John J Levangie of 45 Stewart Street Quincy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Joseph’s Church
Quincy Point
Rachel MacInnis
Quincy
Sydney, N. S
John J. Levangie
Stewart Street
Also Mentioned on This Page
West Broadway
South
Piohic Eee
Washington St. Adams Square
Adams Square
Meadowbrook
Mohican Special
iteBbl
Sackfall
Veal
Cantalos
Swift
Rence
Welch’s
Welch
Walter Sichel
The
London Daily News
Memphis
Sunday Post
H. Walker
First Street
Lowell
Georges Cuvier
Montbeliard
France
Mildred Champagne
Jordan Marsh Company—The Mercantile Heart of
Women of
AVONA
Jordan Marsh Company
Good Housekeeping Institute
Inc
Sharles E.nox
Knox
Charles B. Knox Gelatine CO. Inc
Knox Ave
Johnstown
N. Y
Prastai
Tne Welch Grape Juice Company
Westfield, NY
Horlick
Lux
Lever Bros. Co
Cambridge
Mass
W. Cheink Copie
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!