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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1920
Page
15
Readers discuss whether a wealthy man should advertise for a wife. Opinions warn that ads attract fortune hunters, urge travel and socializing instead, and advise discretion about wealth disclosures while suggesting sincere search through society and friends.
A letter-writer urges against matchmaking ads and favors natural acquaintance to find a worthy spouse. He contends true worth is known through observation and social contact, warning that wealth or marketing cannot replace genuine compatibility and prudence.
John D. Wells surveys return home after leaving town for fortune. The speaker finds contentment beside the fishing hole and recalls scolding neighbors, now glad to be back with friends and familiar scenes. The poem blends rural nostalgia with reflections on lost luck and renewal.
Sunday Post presents a collection of home style dishes from English Plum Pudding to Raisin Pie and Creamed Cauliflower. Read cooks Bertham Harris Roxbury and Elizabeth R Seigel Boston area tips for dropping Hermits with simple steps and ingredients.
A playful domestic scene tracks Jack and Jill as they plan a flamboyant mince pie using French brandy. Jack gushes over the pie’s edge while Jill frets about liquor, only to reveal she forgot to add the brandy after all, ending in comedic realization.
A letter page compiles queries and answers on historical topics. It covers the 1825 start and 1843 dedication of Bunker Hill Monument, the poem The Three Fishers, alcohol composition, milk digestion guidance, Nazimov the actress born 1879, steering wheel play in cars, and explanations of stocks pillory and cage used for punishment near the Old State House.
The piece lists diverse biographical notes: Judge Landis plans to stay on the bench until age eight, celebrating a 54th birthday on golf links. Miss Marcella Pershing departs Kansas for Los Angeles film training. Arthur Meighan rises as a leading Canadian public figure noted for policy and law. the Countess of Warwick at Easton Lodge keeps 30 monkeys and seeks Parliament on the Labor ticket. Ralph W. Cameron, Arizona Senator-elect, recalls a varied career from Boston shopwork to sheriff and Grand Canyon fame.
A short instructional feature highlights Henry IV of France born December 1 1553 as Henry of Navarre. It notes his rise from Bourbon roots to throne, his wars to secure the crown, reforms canals finances and trade, and his building projects including the Louvre and Pont Neuf. It mentions his affable nature and his assassination on the eve of war with Germany.
Betty hides a stray dog named Fido amid a charged family drama. Ruth softens to the pet as the old man confesses a past crime, challenging Mr S on theft and class judgment while Betty laments the animal’s fate.
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston coldest records for December 11 with official figures 0 in 1893 and 4 above in 1874. He notes no warmest for this date above 66 in 18s and mentions no rain or snow on this date in most years except 1914 1915 1917 1918 1919.
W T S McCleery nicknamed Longsome Mac carves miniature figures on small objects including buttons cuff links and a $2500 carved cane. He has traveled the world earning by selling his tiny works and says the craft is fascinating and profitable though not a steady job. Tomorrow The Girl Who Wanted to Know.
A review notes Sir Archibald Murray's Despatches on the Sinai campaign provide vivid, mobile warfare contrasts to trench fighting in France. The book details desert marches, water works for 40 000 British, and the Gaza battles. It highlights 3 500 000 gallon reservoirs and daily 1 500 000 gallon filters reveal.
Save cloth sugar and salt bags for various uses such as bread crumbs and jelly strainers. Do not clean a raincoat with gasoline, hang to dry after soap and water. Add soda with corn starch to tomato soup to prevent curdling. Keep oven snacks crisp in gas oven. Use ammonia fumes to neutralize acid spots. Do not store boots airtight. Iron with beeswax and flannel for smoother results. Mrs Elizabeth R Seigel 133 Harold Street Roxbury.
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