Fashions for Girls and Low Shoes Highlight Elegant Textiles
Fashion notes describe satin mokre and velvet strapped shoes with jewel buttons, plus pints on IEashions. Little girls' dresses use kimono lines with varied trimmings. The preferred guimpe is plain net with an elastic hem for smooth neck and shoulder fit.
Sewing Circle Voices on pensions and motherhood
In the Boston Post Sewing Circle letters section readers debate state pensions for aged widowed mothers who raised large families. A contributor argues mothers with two or three children suffice, while others insist on pensions funded by taxing large interests to support elderly mothers and reflect economic realities. SEPTEMBER.
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Sewing Circle
Cornelia
Letters on double standards and parental blame
A reader argues against blaming parents for a child’s missteps and cites personal experience with a wayward daughter. Another writer questions maternal responsibility, urging mothers to instill virtue, while a 22 year old commentator reflects on forgiveness and reform within family life.
Dear Sewing Circle Stenographer Seeks Better Pay
A stenographer in a nearby city writes of earning only eight dollars a week to support her mother and sister. She describes family strain from a separated parents situation, owning a large house but renting a portion, and difficulty dressing respectfully on limited funds. She laments encouragement from her father and financial stress.
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Salem
Pearl
John
Walt Mason
Betsy And I Are Out sequel echoes a reconciliation tale
A sequel poem to Betsy And I Are Out recalls a man reporting to Mr. Sawyer how a written agreement nearly wrecked his life. After a late-night encounter with Betsey, he burns the paper, vows peace, and praises their renewed union and newfound wealth in a homely, moralizing tone.
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Post
Carleton
Mr. Sawyer
Four Brothers to Bachelors Question Family Plans
A reader challenges the notion that all local women are unsuitable as wives and mothers. She argues some single women squander earnings, while married women can be economical and practical. The letter cites examples and questions how brothers determine a potential spouse’s family plans. A Sewing Circle note highlights Russian moire fashions.
Ive Bought Some Gifts To Make Folks Glad
A playful verse by TM Daly Ditty expresses joy in giving at Christmas. The speaker notes delight in others’ eyes and surprises, claiming they would remain unfazed if others fail to reciprocate with gifts. The tone is festive and lighthearted.
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T. A. Daly
Josephine and James Lathrop in a Cottage Courtship
In a kitchen filled with spice and blueberry pies Josephine ferries through a week of work and romance Miss Tobin mocks her. James Lathrop visits the meadow and at a cottage door asks Josie to marry him she tearfully says yes his heart nearly stops beating with happiness
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Rheumatism Relief Through Kimer and Amend Remedy
Ad urges using Kimer and Amend N Y 2851 for rheumatism. Claims reliable druggists carry it and that readers will recommend it to friends after trying. Advertisement style copy.
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Kimer & Amend
N. Y
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