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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1922
Page
13
A curious 19th century sewing circle column publishes letters from "Perfectly Happy" and responses about American women, marriage, and European romance. It mocks a French wife and urges balanced partnership, with advice about housework, independence, and equality.
Fadts and fashions describe three tone glace taffetas turbans for Palm Beach wear. The Bertha style creates a cowl effect with metallic face on chiffon net. Emerald green artificial silk tricot frocks feature silver braid trim and ox-blood wool fringe. A black velvet flower accents a white brocade gown.
A collection of New England housewife recipes including a turkey club sandwich with lettuce pork and bacon, baked fish with parsley cream sauce, raisin orange pudding, grapefruit with oysters, onion carrot and turnip stew, fried bread chips, and stuffed sugar cookies with date filling. Names and addresses of contributors listed.
A dialogue on wives and society life in which a wife mocks the social games of leaders and parties while arguing for a woman’s right to pursue distinct interests. The counter play counters that husbands frown on women stepping beyond house duties. The referee notes the wife has the better argument today.
Warren A. Myers, 37, prominent banker and former publisher, died in Springfield on December 25 after a heart ailment. He was known for his leadership in local finance and publishing circles.
The essay critiques the Department of Agriculture appropriations for the coming year, noting the removal of 860000 for free seed distribution and the addition of 502240 for studying bird and animal diets. It links seed grafts to farmer profits and recalls 18th century crow laws, arguing that a moderate crow population benefits farmers and describing crow behaviors and language at a local rookery.
Mildred Wenn, a 19 year old Chinese girl and daughter of Wing Lim Wenn, returned to her Washington home after several days away. She said she had been visiting friends and suggested she was unhappy about an upcoming marriage to a Chinese youth in New York City. The wedding was scheduled for today, but officials did not confirm any change in plans.
The article notes a spring display of a three piece costume dress. It lists fabric options including flat crepes printed crepes and taffetas to be used in many afternoon frocks.
Maudie the waitress and Celia return to work after Christmas as they swap fatigue stories. A weary customer staggers through the tea room while Maudie struggles to take her order and vents about the long post holiday grind.
The poem looks forward to the new year with playful optimism. It imagines better days, steady crops, thriving gardens, and plenty of luck. It envisions returns, gifts, and improving fortunes as the old year fades.
A young woman faces a choice between keeping a prior engagement and pursuing her true love. She weighs fairness to the fiancé who won’t release her against happiness with the man she loves, arguing that heart and happiness must guide marriage choices. The piece frames love as the higher moral factor over contractual obligation.
A playful verse by C L Edson recounts how the dodo died in a convoluted tale set near Lodi with rhymes about dough and Queen Dido. The verse is followed by a note on gold and silver cloths and ornate trimming used for regal evening gowns with velvet and brilliants.
A strong quake at 3 PM shook Wellington causing feared widespread damage in rural areas. Officials assess aftershocks and potential casualties as responders survey affected regions.
A column of practical tips covers preserving hats and fabrics, cleaning stove items with vinegar, keeping doughnuts light with bread, processing cranberries, caring for ferns and coats, and refreshing a white felt hat using stale bread. Includes author attribution and address.
The Boston Post reports on the silverfish or slicker insect harming library bindings and labels. A government pamphlet from the Bureau of Entomology explains the damage and how to control it, with free copies available from the Division of P. Department of Agriculture in Washington D.C.
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