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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1913
Page
11
In the Boston Post Sewing Circle column readers discuss home life and marriage. A letter from ANOTHER BACHELOR GIRL questions modern wife roles and argues for mutual respect and not letting wives boss husbands. The exchange reflects dated views of gender and domestic duties.
A young woman seeks advice on a jealous suitor who alternates between kindness and coldness when she sees him with other men. The columnist counsels open communication, asks the man to address the issue, and suggests meeting halfway to resolve mutual difficulties.
A reader argues against mothers blocking or lying about their children's earnings until they marry. The letter contrasts a mother who supported her son and daughter with a selfish parent, claiming many women abandon their families for marriage and prefer dogs to children when deserted.
A reader letters column rebukes an Up-to-Date Bachelor Girl who dismisses babies and praises a bull terrier as easier than motherhood. A wife responds that love and education matter, arguing children shape future adults and praising human over animal affection.
A reader argues for shared household finances based on mutual responsibility and earned wages. She contends that both partners should manage funds according to needs, save as they wish, and split remaining income equally, praising practical equality in the home. ONE WHO REMEMBERS.
A correspondent signing as Worried Over Young Women writes that young women prefer a sporty man who eats, drinks and is merry over an ideal model husband. She, at twenty, favors a man who indulges and supports her tastes, claiming neighbors misjudge her choice and predicting happiness with a worldly partner.
The Sunday Post curates notable letters to the Sewing Circle, showcasing community input, craft tips, and readers’ perspectives. Editorial tone emphasizes relatable anecdotes and practical sewing advice.
A fragmented dialogue reveals a planned engagement with Archie broken off after a leg injury. A witness explains the break of the engagement by saying the suit failed because of the accident. The speaker confesses to running over him with a new automobile.
A guardian narrator struggles with Lucie as the ward grows mature and flirtatious about marriage. Lucie names three suitors yet reveals she favors Uncle Roger, who finally declares his long‑held love in a moonlit confrontation.
Lindley M. Garrison Secretary of War arrived at Fort Riley Kan from Denver and inspected the fort and Sixth Field Artillery target practice. He will be guest of the Kansas City Commercial Club tomorrow night before leaving for Fort Leavenworth.
A fragment from Mme de Stael’s letters to Vincenzo Monti shows her ardent language and belief in sentiment over duty. She writes of longing and a heart held by his presence and talent, urging an embrace that could bless his soul.
Mrs. Rebecca Newman of Newburyport, age over 90, died during the Methodist camp meeting at Asbury Grove in Hamilton. She had traveled from Vernon Street to participate in the religious exercises and was the oldest woman resident of Newburyport and Harris Street Church.
In Glasgow Earl Grey former Governor General of Canada opened the congress of the International Co operative Alliance asserting co operation as the ideal state’s basis. He said it would bar trusts and reconcile labor and capital. six delegates represented 20 million coop members in America and Europe and warmly applauded.
In Kelheim Bavaria banners fly as Emperor William King of Prussia and rulers of Hamburg Bremen and Lubeck arrive as guests of the Bavarian prince regent. They convene in the Great Hall of Liberation to honor the defeat of Napoleon in 1813.
London Aug 25 Rumors of a truce between militant suffragettes and the government gain support from a letter by Emmeline Pankhurst urging followers to take a holiday for the present.
A home recipe shows cod or haddock chowder with potatoes onions and pork fat, boiled stock from head and bones, then milk or water and crackers. Followed by a dual flavor cake recipe mixing eggs sugar butter milk vanilla flour baking powder and cocoa for a two tone chocolate and plain cake.
The United States Military Academy gymnasium was examined in full by Lt. Walter von Reichenau of the German war ministry and Karl Diem, secretary of the German Imperial Olympic games, with accompaniment from Ferris and Cassidy of James E. Sullivan's Amateur Athletic Union office.
The American Press Humorists began their 10th annual convention in Peoria Illinois with no business conducted. The group prides itself on doing less work than other organizations and members will remain in town for the full week of events.
Advertisers trumpet Sargol as a weight gain aid with numerous testimonials. They claim 22 pounds in 23 days and 10 pounds in 44 days, highlighting improved sleep, appetite, and work interest. The copy argues Sargol converts fat in thin individuals into usable flesh and urges readers to test it.
A promotional offer promises a free 50c box of Sargol to overweight readers seeking weight gain. Send 10c in silver or stamps and a coupon to H. W. Everett at The Sargel Co., 36 H Herald Bldg., Binghamton NY, to receive a full size 50c package by mail.
Advert shows a fraud style coupon promising a 50 cent package of Sargel Flesh Builder with 10 cents included for postage. Reader asked to mail the coupon and 10¢ to H. W. Everett of Sargel Company at 36-H Herald Ridge, Binghamton NY. Readable lines urge writing full name and address and return the coupon.
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