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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1915
Page
11
Readers of The Sewing Circle weigh in on uniforms for women with strong views. A critic argues against enforced attire while others praise neat, independent dress. anecdotes link uniforms to better opportunities and social perception.
An advertisement touts a DIY formula to darken gray hair using 7 oz water a small box of Barbo Compound bay rum and glycerine. Apply every other day until the desired shade then every two weeks. Claims to remove dandruff and scalp humors and act as a hair tonic without stickiness or scalp staining.
Oliver Wendell Holmes recites a playful verse about a time long past when a giant rules Dorchester and Milton Hill. The tale follows a pudding laden punishment for misbehaving children and ends with the legend that the puddings remain as stone amid history.
A deputy sheriff was ordered to serve Mrs. Herrick with a subpoena to ensure her appearance in court in the $75,000 suit filed by Ralph M. Herrick of Bossindale against Albert H. Waitt of Providence and Newton for alleged alienation of affections. The case was set to come up this morning.
The annual ball of the Boston fire and protective departments attracted over 12000 people to Mechanics Hall last evening. It was the first ball under Fire Commissioner Grady and Chief Peter F McDonough and surpassed similar events in the past.
The subpena was issued at attorney Chester W. Ford for Mr. Waitt. Rumors said Mrs. Herrick’s whereabouts were unknown, prompting the subpena. John W. Ryan represents Mr. Herrick. Mrs. Herrick, a key witness, could not be located. The suit appeared on yesterday’s court calendar but was not reached due to busy dockets. officials expected it to start about 10 this morning amid social interest and crowded corridors.
Elaborate hall decor echoes national colors as 76 couples lead by a young fire department bachelor and his niece swirl in the grand march. Dignitaries including Mayor Curley’s circle, Chief McDonough, Commissioner Grady, and guests from allied departments attend a concert and reception highlighting the shift from horse to motor fire apparatus.
A reader faults women for flirtation and vanity arguing men mirror female behavior. She urges real love before accepting gifts or flirting and recalls a jilted lover as justice for playful women. The writer signs ONE WHO BLAMES THE WOMEN.
Advertisement touts Poslam as a cure for torturing eczema with wiping relief of itching and angry skin. Claims it banishes itching and offers soothing effects, with Poslam Soap priced at 25 and 15 cents and free samples available by mail from Emergency Laboratories in New York.
A brief tease notes that the Sewing Circle letters appear in the Sunday Post and promises an illustrated future article guiding readers on shedding weight.
Leo Owens aged two years old of Woodbridge Street North Cambridge was arrested by Somerville police on a warrant charging assault with intent to kill alleged against him Monday last Mrs Catherine Hurd of Arlington reported Owens entered her home twice and forced her to accompany him with a revolver at her breast during the alleged threats and threats of killing in transit and at the Crawford House location
Mrs. Margaret Jane Jordan of 13 Fairview Avenue Malden died yesterday afternoon from a blood clot on her brain nine days after celebrating her 100th birthday on February 2.
Pieces of motor fire apparatus and rules for fire prevention were shown at a ball attended by hundreds of firemen. Dancers were urged to follow safety guidelines printed on the program rear. Firemen worked in relays to keep the department manned while William Martin led the specially installed fire alarm box demonstration in the exhibition hall. The chief's car was the only apparatus present.
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