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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1913
Page
11
Readers debate the moral training of young girls, cautions about exposing them to adult topics too early, and calls to uphold a double standard of morals. An experienced correspondent condemns leniency toward divorcees and stage performers, urging women to reclaim conventional roles.
A Sewing Circle contributor criticizes a sister advocating strict innocence for daughters, arguing she lacks practical parenting experience. The letter notes how such guidance often stems from motives of false modesty and hints at lifelong consequences.
An advertisement touts Cocoa as a wholesome drink for boys and girls with a special flavor blend. It lists Cocoa 27 Cocoa 10c 25c, Baking and Cooking Chocolate premium blue wrapper 4-lb cakes 20c, %-lb cakes 10c, Vanilla Chocolate pink wrapper 5c 10c 20c. Sold by dealers and Huyler's stores in Boston Providence New Haven Newport with sales agents across the United States and Canada.
The passage cites Commonwealth Avenue as the author of a recent letter asserting a dog is more loyal in gratitude than a child. It quotes that a child deserts parents when grown, while a dog remains true and ever faithful, reflecting a provocative view on animal loyalty.
A hostile two page missive condemns a sister for her alleged moral failings labeled as feminity and neglect of family. The writer attacks supposed friends and accuses wealthy relatives of abandoning their father, ending with the taunt Sweet Sixteen.
A letter signed Gerontius argues for legal duty on children to support their aged or infirm parents, contrasting grateful pets with unhelpful relatives. The piece urges a law mirroring existing obligations on parents toward their children, to prevent elderly parents from entering poor houses or asylums.
Angela voices harsh views on mothers with large families. She argues mothers who produced many children should not receive pensions, condemning a maternal role she says brought only hardship. The debate continues after a mother declares she forgave a son.
The letter cites Miss Ida Tarbell in a recent communication calling women who work without self-reliance female grafters. It asserts daughters of the well-to-do and wives of prosperous men suppress wages by unnecessary competition, or graft, harming other women in the labor market.
A Maplewood reader vents about sisters who work versus those who stay home. She confronts a clergy sermon on idle women, Tarbell’s criticism, and the label grafting if she works or immodest if she marries. She asks what a poor girl should do amid pressures from both sides.
A letter from ONE WHO KNOWS condemns domestic violence and argues that if a wife is beaten she cannot simply leave. He notes wartime or societal pressures, the cowardice of abusive husbands, and the difficulty for wives to escape without support, asserting that love does not endure abuse.
The Sunday Post prints a selection of notable letters to the Sewing Circle, showcasing reader opinions, requests, and personal anecdotes. The feature highlights community voices and editor-selected correspondence from the weekly column.
William L. Kelley files a petition in U S District Court seeking a habeas corpus writ to free Henry Tucker a bluejacket on the battleship New Jersey who was court martialed and sentenced to three years for scandalous conduct alleging improper presence of the advocate general in the closed session of the court martial rendering the sentence illegal.
A 22 year old woman asks Mildred Champagne about balancing a long distance romance with social outings. The columnist urges marriage if both partners truly love each other and notes delays and distance are risky. She suggests inviting closer male company with consent and hints the future husband may propose if trust is genuine.
Lift together flour and salt with baking powder then rub in lard until meal like. Add cold water to form dough, roll, layer with butter, and refold. Bake crust lined dish with a creamy chicken and potato filling. Then separate cake batter with beaten egg whites and bake wheaten cakes.
Resignation of Rev. 8 H Roblin from Second Universalist Church at Clarendon Street and Columbus Avenue to be reviewed Jan 24. Changes in service times at St Pauls Cathedral and noon lectures at Tremont Temple feature in a round of religious events in Boston. Dr Samuel A Eliot preaching at King's Chapel noon service. Malcolm Lang to give a half hour organ recital. Rev Dr L T Townsend to speak at Tremont Temple on orthodox views of hell. Rev C W Chamberlain to lead Baptist ministers meeting Monday morning. Max Kellner to preach at Old North Church next Sunday. Pulpit duties through month to be shared by Alexander Mann Dean Rousmaniere and Prescott Evarts.
Washington January 3 Major General Leonard Wood chief of staff and grand marshal announced reduced show of force for the March 4 inaugural parade. About 7000 sailors and soldiers will take part with three army infantry regiments one cavalry regiment engineers and artillery cadets plus navy Marines blue jackets and Annapolis midshipmen. Militia numbers remain undecided per state.
The Hon. David T. Dickinson ex mayor of Cambridge and Industrial Accident Board member addressed the Cambridge Manufacturers Association at the Board of Trade rooms. He praised the workmen's compensation act to an audience of the city's leading manufacturers.
A Brookline observer corrects a Post Dec 22 illustrated piece about Samuel Woodworth. The original Oaken Bucket well remains and is in use, though water now rises via an underground pipe to a kitchen pump instead of the old method.
A clipped ad urges readers to obtain Adamson s Cough Balsam from their local druggist. The fragment hints at cough remedy benefits and directs purchases through pharmacists.
In a quiet town a stranger named Royal Wixon, a keen antiques admirer, discovers a valued painting in a second-hand shop. A destitute woman pleads to keep her late son’s painting, painted by her beloved, and when she recognizes him she faints into his arms, revealing a reunion.
The muffled drum and last tattoo mark a soldier’s end. In solemn bivouac, the dead’s tents lie in peace while Glory keeps their names. No foe’s advance, no dawn call, only quiet rest and memory.
Major General Leonard Wood urges restoring the army canteen and enacting legislation to remove unfit officers. He also calls for concentrating the army on strategic lines, transferring most staff corps to the line, and increasing general and line officers. He supports the canteen as improving health, discipline, and efficiency under proper supervision.
Washington. Jan 2. The Senate adjourned after a six minute session until noon tomorrow in response to the death of Senator Jeff Davis of Arkansas. The Archbald impeachment trial resumption is also carried over one day. A committee of senators will attend Senator Davis funeral in Little Rock.
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