Women’s Own Forum answers household and family worries
Letters discuss home life care, finances, and moral choices in a Boston Post feature. Readers seek guidance on investments, marriage with stepchildren, parenting, duties, and budgetary strains sharing experiences and advice.
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Lucille’s summer wardrobe features striped linen skirts
Maurice Ketten describes Lucille showing travel find sassy sports skirts in four striped linen patterns blue white violet white and yellow white. The waist plain color at hips flares into stripes with a reverse stripe belt and pearl button. Her large linen hat with a removable flower matches each skirt via eyelets for stem changes.
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Interesting Sewing Circle Letters in Sunday Post
The Sunday Post prints some of the most engaging letters to the Sewing Circle, highlighting readers’ viewpoints and tips on sewing crafts. The feature showcases community voice and practical advice from hobbyists.
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Rivalry and a Jealous Moment Over Dan
Georgie tries to manage Ben's jealousy after implying she spent the afternoon with Dan. Ben leaves, Ren waits, and Georgie schemes to keep Dan in sight while teasing Ben. The next day Georgie tailors plans to bring Dan back into the room as she continues the flirtatious game.
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Georgie’s Angora Cat Faces Rival Ren in Dim Room
In the dark room Ren confronts his rival as a new Angora cat named Georgie is introduced, and a quiet voice invites Dan forward. The scene centers on the tense moment of meeting and a name reveal.
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Paragraph Points on Fads and Fashions
Fabrics and trims shape the new season with frills on blouses and metal laces on evening wear. Furs give way to ruffs, striped materials appear in frocks, and children's dresses trend toward simple cuts with washable button-up styles. Lace remains essential for evening gowns while bold color and bias trim elevate separates like the Russian blouse and bolero combos.
Superior method for mending frayed shirt cuffs
Household hints suggest a method to repair cuffs by cutting off the frayed edge ripping one inch of seam enlarging the inner stiffening trimming one eighth of inch then turning in outer edges basting and machine stitching the cuff becomes about three quarters inch narrower without noticeable change. The tip credited to M BE Harding Box F North Conway New Hampshire.
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Time-Saver Waste Basket for Sewing Clears Clippings
A small waste basket at the end of your sewing machine collects thread and fabric clippings as they occur. It saves about ten to fifteen minutes usually spent picking up scattered pieces after sewing. Mrs Ralph R Butts South Paris Me.
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Songs of Sunshine by the Bentztown Bard
Poem verse from 1916 issue by Southern Press Syndicats. celebrates making life bright with dream and dee? touches, urging filling days with flowers and light. The piece presents optimistic lines about golden hours and happy moments.
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Only a Dad Poem Reflects Everyday Fathers
A Detroit Free Press poem celebrates the hard working father, one of ten million men, who bears life’s strife for his children. It honors his quiet courage, daily toil, and steadfast love without seeking wealth or fame.
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Francis Accepts Russian Ambassadorship Nomination
David R. Francis, Secretary of the Interior and former Missouri governor, told President Wilson he would accept the post as Ambassador to Russia to succeed George T. Marye. The nomination will go to the Senate after a Russian government inquiry on his acceptance.
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Mrs Southwick Reads Jeanne D Arc Tonight in Huntington
Mrs Jessie Eldridge Southwick will give a reading of Jeanne D Arc by Percy Mackaye centered on the Maid of Orleans. The event takes place in Huntington Chambers Hall at 30 Huntington Avenue under the Boston Metaphysical Club.
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Simmons College Decree Bans Kissing in Dormitories
A college decree bans kissing and spooning among students in Simmons College dormitories. Only engaged women may kiss their fiances, reflecting faculty discipline amid campus social rules.
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Simmons College Enacts Dormitory Kiss Rule
A dormitory incident where a student was found kissing a man led Simmons College to draft a new rule. The head of the house dismissed the young man and sent the woman to her room, then informed the dean. The next day she was ordered to leave and find a new boarding place.
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Second McCormack Recital at Symphony Hall Delights Large Crowd
John McCormack gave his second concert of the week at Symphony Hall last night before a capacity audience. He was joined by violinist Donald McBeath and pianist Edwin Schneider. The program included arias by Mozart and Kreisler, Schubert, Grieg, Rachmaninoff, Ries, Irish songs, and pieces dedicated to McCormack by Fritz Kreisler and Edwin Schneider.
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President and Mrs Wilson Host White House Dinner
President and Mrs. Wilson entertained at a White House dinner honoring the Speaker of the House and Mrs Clark. Attendees included Senate and House leaders, government officials, army and navy officers, and Ignace Jan Paderewski who later gave a piano recital.
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