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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1915
Page
11
The United States Civil Service Commission announced many jobs for U S citizens including about twenty at the naval magazine in Hingham. No educational test is required. physical ability training and experience will be the deciding factors.
The notice lists numerous vacancies including teamster stable keeper laborer janitor machinist electrician painter gardener wireman house carpenter capesmith machinist helper general helper ordnance man trackman engine tender and locomotive engine tender. Also posted are many female positions such as filet lace makers nurses and training school head. Applications should be made to the labor board in Charlestown or the Civil Service Commission in Boston.
Henry A Murhoff of 26 Conant Street Quincy died yesterday at home at age 27 He leaves a widow whom he married nine months ago Murhoff was a jeweler and engraver with quarters in the Jewellers Building Boston
Readers share frugal fashion tips to save on Easter hats and clothing. A contributor outlines reusing last year’s straw, trimming hats for 1.50, adding 75 cent embellishments, and sewing or buying ready-made garments as needed. A second voice describes forming neighborhood uniforms from gingham dresses to cut costs. The letters discuss jealousy, marriage, and domestic roles with personal anecdotes.
The narrative recalls seasons passing as a train bears through grain fields and budding trees. A whistle testifies to duty and trust as a Providence sleeper’s dream turns grim when the engineer perishes beneath the engine near Stonington and Rhode Island.
Personal letters reveal a woman who left a good husband for a romance, ending in hardship and financial strain. She laments loss of love, social appearances, and dreams of reparation, while a letter from Vermont Dealer's Wife condemns debt and idle extravagance.
Some of the most interesting letters to the Sewing Circle are printed in the Sunday Post, showcasing reader opinions, sewing tips, and community updates in a lively weekly feature.
Frank Ryan aged 65 of 10 Leverett Sun street was found in his home after gas escaped from an open vent. He is expected to recover.
A reader asks if a 35 year old should marry a 25 year old with only 10 a week income. The adviser notes the suitor relies on the woman's savings, questions his ability to support a home, and warns the age difference favors the woman affecting happiness.
Miss Champagne handles letters on Love and Sentiment in each Sunday Post, offering guidance and responses to readers. Her column delivers sympathetic advice and reflections on relationships and feelings.
All is in readiness for the second annual ball and jubilee of the West End Young Men's Hebrew Association at Paul Revere and Talbot Halls Mechanics building tonight. State and city officials and leading Hebrews of Boston, including Governor Walsh and Mayor Curley, are expected to attend.
Sugar price steps up by a cent and a half per pound with indications of an eight cent rise due to scarce raw sugar imports. The text also contains home recipes for Amsterdam Pudding and Yellow Sauce with instructions and ingredients.
Edwin F. Atkins of American Sugar Refining warns consumer prices follow raw sugar costs due to global tonnage shortages. He cites ships tied up worldwide and Cuban sugar on the way as factors that may clarify the market, while Walter K. Hutchinson warns eight-cent gains may come and notes dealers face limited supplies.
Memorial exercises for Costanza and Bruno Garibaldi nephews of Giuseppe Garibaldi who died fighting for the allies in the Italian legion were held yesterday afternoon. Captain Alfredo Martinelli spoke of fighting for lost provinces and rallied volunteers for his commander amid enthusiastic applause. Several speakers from different nationalities joined in the tribute and taps were sounded for the fallen Garibaldians.
A New England housewives column features kidney sippets as small toast garnishes. It advises removing skin and hard portions from kidneys, chopping into tiny pieces, then mixing with stock or gravy plus cayenne and salt for savory use.
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