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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1917
Page
15
Readers discuss who deserves the last kiss from a man going to war. Letters argue whether the mother wife or sweetheart should receive the final farewell and honor mother’s enduring sacrifice, wife’s devotion, or a lover’s love as the war ends.
An advertisement touts aramara as a safe facial cleanser claiming it lightens complexion and reduces wrinkles. It argues traditional soap and cold cream harm skin, while aramara cleanses thoroughly with plain water. Prominent druggists cite low cost and long-lasting use for weeks.
The Sunday Post presents a selection of notable letters to the Sewing Circle, highlighting reader opinions, tips, and community craft ideas. The page showcases personal experiences and practical sewing advice shared by local residents.
On Christmas day a missing turkey triggers a small village tale of charity. Nora reports the loss, a farmer brother supplies a replacement, and Ted the Santa Claus helper inspires further kindness. Grandpa Wilson and Grandpa Stevens fund gifts for four fatherless children with clothing, flour, coal, and a charitable post Santa assist.
The Oldest Inhabitant recalls Boston cold on December 21 with official figures. He cites 2 above in 1376, zero in 1879, 1 below in 1884, and a warm 55 degrees in 1912. He adds rain or snow on this date in 1916 1914 and 191é.
A letter from a mother urges distributing multilingual cards at migration ports with employment offices and immigrant associations to aid newcomers. She notes families losing work due to language barriers and shares a 19 year old widow's plight with a baby, separated from husband and mother.
A shopper laments Ruth’s indecisiveness as she rejects multiple gowns. After testing many options and a tearful salesman, Ruth finally settles on a pink outfit, then reconsiders and asks to use a silver rose belt accessory again.
Birthday note on Benjamin Disraeli born December 21, 1804 in London. Early fame as author of Vivian Grey and a failed first Parliament speech. Describes eccentric dress, early debts, rescued by marriage, and eventual two terms as prime minister with imperial stance and Crimean War views.
Reader challenges a past claim about daylight lengthening in December noting the shortest day falls on December 20. The Observer and Citizen column is referenced, with a response from the Observant Citizen.
The note explains sunset at 4 18 and sunrises near 7 14 with days shortening until Dec 22 and lengthening afternoons since. Readers ask if a girl may wear a service flag pin, and whether Walt Mason poems are published in book form. The editor replies flags may be worn as pins but not flown unless the resident is related. Walt Mason’s book is published by Barse Tropkins, New York City.
The Birman horses are small yet spirited and strong. A fine specimen stood about 12 hands high. In Cochin China horses are small but better formed and more active. In Sumatra and Java sizes did not increase. form and usefulness rival those in southwest Asia. In Borneo horses are few and not notable. Chinese horses are generally small and weak with little spirit, and rarely used in the empire.
Lucius G. Pratt describes his experience with a chestnut horse named Babe while with the Massachusetts cavalry at El Paso Texas. He details the horse's reluctance to buck and respond to pressure, the process of saddling and mounting, and eventual steady drill work before Babe was turned to the Georgia cavalry.
A memory of a girl’s beloved colt named Why Not. The horse, sold at age three, later won many blue ribbons in racing after being trained. On visiting the old place, the narrator was greeted with joyful recognition as Why Not sniffed and pawed, proving she remembered her. Mrs A J Noble, 287 Lafayette Street, Salem.
A touching tale of a farmer’s horse named Colonel who acted as a nanny to Ruth and siblings. He protected the children, woke the farm, and managed the morning oats and water, showing selfless care until his days on the Dover farm ended. Mary R. Dparborn of Dover, New Hampshire wrote the reminiscence.
After retirement the army horse known as Long-Eared Bill was sold to a Chinaman near Honolulu. During a drill the horse bolted at the bugle call Gallop and rejoined his old battery before being returned to his owner. The scene ends with the veteran horse led away from the drill ground.
A reader asks how to respond when a suitor proposes after a year of courting. Expert counsel says the laugh or cry depends on whether he is right for her as a husband. If he is honest kind and able to support her she can laugh. If not she should reconsider even amid fears in a male scarce era.
Furs like muskrat and nutria offer affordable warmth for the pocket book conscious woman. Deep collars vanish, high collars gain popularity as evening gowns feature narrow back panels cascading from the shoulders.
Practical tips on cleaning glass with hot vinegar and using everyday ingredients for cooking and remedies. Includes notes on greens from boiled lettuce, egg white and salt for sprains, peach stones, and ideas for meat scraps in sweets and desserts. Contains address 52 Safford Street Wollaston.
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