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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1911
Page
8
Miss Minerva Pettingill prides herself on keen discernment, a trait she credits to her lineage. At her nephew Tom Merrivale’s home, she and a circle of friends mock the Merrivale rivals while enjoying tea and treats during a lively afternoon.
Aunt Minerva plans a dog led by Jenks to defend against burglars while Edward and Francis travel. Tom returns home to Budd the brindled watchdog perched by a piano, while Aunt Minerva hides above him. The scene ends with reflections on love and loyalty in Merrivale tradition.
A 19 year old man seeks Mildred Champagne's advice about a long distance romance. He fears the girl's sincerity as she travels, delays mail, and spends time with friends, asking if her actions show true love or if she favors another. The letter ends with uncertainty about her feelings.
A reader asks whether a man should walk between two young ladies or on the outside. The editor notes traditional form favors the man outside near the curb to shield ladies from traffic, but walking between them can also be acceptable if he is attentive to both.
A concerned letter urges prudent use of clothing and savings when husbands earn 45 dollars a week. It argues against rapid wardrobe changes, noting heirlooms and worn garments as practical for maintaining home finances, especially during sickness or poverty. It contrasts rich behavior with frugal living.
The piece argues that wives of working men should dress simply and practically rather than trying to outdo better dressed sisters. It asserts necessity over fashion and appeals to working-class solidarity.
A letter urges a man to stop meddling with other women's marriages. The writer recounts nearly causing a separation, then notes she married "the best man" and warns against chasing other people's husbands. She speaks to a Maine reader and appeals to conscience.
A Dear Abby style note urges a woman to deter a young man from kissing her lips. It suggests intercepting with an open palm as a respectful alternative and rewards the gesture as a refined custom. The writer, labeled Lover of Propriety, extols manicured hands as an attractive, proper setting for affection.
A brief, dated line counsels caution about giving or receiving expensive Christmas presents between friends when not engaged, reflecting social etiquette notes.
A 21 year old describes family rules on gift exchanges with boyfriends. She notes Christmas cards are allowed but presents should be inexpensive items like music books writing paper or candy. She believes gentlemen value girls who don’t give presents and signs off with best wishes to Sewing Circle members.
A 27 year old woman writes a letter to a sewing circle defending a husband who wears his first wife's clothes. She argues a $45 weekly salary supports the idea and urges generosity toward clothing and jewelry, suggesting passing items to someone who appreciates them.
The Sewing Circle is featured in the Sunday Post with coverage of its events and activities. Community members join in sessions and discuss upcoming projects and patterns.
Paragraph notes new changeable taffetas in double width for cutting and blouse combinations such as gold with hydrangea blue. It reports wool embroidery becoming common with semi-precious gems and imitation pearls, simple coiffures, and a Dutch-inspired braided style with plaques.
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