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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1917
Page
11
In letters to the Sewing Circle women argue over pocket money for husbands with some calling 25 cents a week stingy and others defending equal sharing. Contributors cite rising costs for shoes, clothing, and daily needs, urging thrift and fairness in family finances.
The ad promotes Pinex as a powerful yet inexpensive cough remedy. Buy 2% ounces from a druggist, mix with a pint of sugar syrup to make a full pint at about 54 cents. Claims rapid, lasting relief for coughs and bronchial issues with a satisfaction guarantee from The Pinex Co.
Harwich Massachusetts February 26 Cranberry growers on Cape Cod celebrate a fresh use for the fruit grocers now place a cranberry on each kerosene can spout to curb spills Cranberries are three cents cheaper per quart than last year with reports of shipments to New York failing but Boston moving cranberries at a dollar per barrel profits rise as prices ease and demand grows
Dorothy discusses fashion and etiquette tips in a breezy column. The piece offers quick guidance on grooming, dress sense, and social behavior framed as friendly advice.
Louise arrived with few clothes yet wore a cream taffeta gown patterned with pink and yellow flowers. The dress featured a gathered skirt with a wet underskirt, yellow velvet bows, a velvet waist band, a pearl-strap bodice, and velvet draped sleeves. She looked beautiful.
The fruit steamer Esparta arrived from Costa Rica and was chosen by the government as a naval reserve vessel. Her officers and crew have enlisted, with the captain to rank as lieutenant- commander. He will receive 250 dollars monthly in government service and 250 dollars yearly as a retainer when idle.
A column of home cooking notes from New England housewives includes potted rabbit steps with butter onion celery water and parsley plus quick French chicken sandwiches using half cooked chicken radishes pimentos mayo on white bread. Readers are invited to try and enjoy these tested dishes.
Letters discuss whether a baseball can bend in flight and how air resistance and ball spin cause it to curve. Separate inquiries cover growing dahlias in pots on a second story piazza and a Canadian subject’s ability to visit Canada without service detention.
A speaker carries cares from the town to the home light then leaves them at the outer cold. Inside the Ingleside, burdens fade as the beloved heart offers peace and a kiss. The contrast between the busy world and domestic solace is emphasized through longing and renewal.
A coalition of Boston Baptist Social Union Congregational Club Episcopalian Club of Massachusetts Boston Methodist Social Union and Presbyterian Taymen s League of Greater Boston will gather in Ford Hall on Monday evening March to mark ten years of the Laymen s Missionary Movement Several noted speakers will address the gathering The Rev James B Gregg D D of Brookline will preach at the noonday service in Ining s Chapel today The Rev Ernest Graham Guthrie pastor of the Union Congregational Church will conduct the service tomorrow The Rev Endicott Peabody D D of the Groton School will preach at 12 10 p m service in the Cathedral Church of St Paul on Monday March 5 Palm Sunday is April 1 and Bishop Lawrence will administer confirmation The Rev W F Gookin of the Episcopal Theological School Cambridge preaches at 7 30 p m Sundays during Lent at the Church of the Holy Spirit Mattapan Square The Rev George R Hazard of Grace Church Manchester N E will preach the 8 o clock service Friday March 2
The letter asks where to get aviation instructions and warns of fake Stradivarius labels on violins. It notes the risks of wearing military uniforms outside service under new law and advises residents to seek naturalization papers in Edgartown with in person oath, noting two year wait for second papers.
A Daily Reader notes that a young woman born in the United States is a U.S. citizen and may take the civil service examination even if her father is not an American citizen. The article emphasizes birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment.
The path depends on current immigration status. Typical routes include obtaining lawful permanent residence, then applying for naturalization after meeting residency, physical presence, language, and civics requirements. Seek guidance from a qualified immigration attorney or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services for personalized steps and timelines.
Practical tip for removing yolk bits from egg whites using half an eggshell. Letter by Mrs J F Killebrew of 48 Northfield Street Boston provides simple kitchen technique.
A girl subverts Southern duty to pursue acting after repairing a torn Mechlin lace flounce. Beth leaves the garden for the stage, bringing her sister Selina north for care, while Miss Selina learns to accept change. The story ends with reflection on how a single accident shaped their lives and love.
Readers are advised to submit good story concepts in condensed form to producing companies with staff scenario writers. Return postage should be included when sending scenarios for approval to avoid loss.
Four men stole the automobile of FE Philip Finn in Chelsea yesterday. They broke into a Liverett garage to take number plates and ditched the car on Bay State road after crippling the engine. An officer in Thompson Square Charlestown was nearly struck as police hunt the suspects.
Many women can earn over 2 dollars daily knitting hosiery at home with Auto-Knitters. The work is pleasant and steady year round. Write to Auto-Knitter Hosiery Co Inc Desk 8 D 147 Franklin street Buffalo NY with a stamped return envelope for full details as more workers are needed.
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