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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1919
Page
13
The department announces daily prints of favorite poems by Robert Burns to mark the 160th anniversary of the beloved Scottish poet's birth on January 25. The_READABLE text notes a series of selections will appear over consecutive days, celebrating Burns' literary legacy.
The verses celebrate plain honesty over aristocratic display. Though poverty frames daily life, the poem declares that true worth lies in character, not titles. It envisions a future where sense and worth unite people as brothers across the world.
Readers and contributors to the Sewing Circle debate whether German should be taught in U.S. schools amid war. Letters praise German study for cultural value, while others urge dropping German for English, French, or Spanish. Several authors cite using German in Red Cross work and future commerce.
Canton Ohio resident Mrs Marie Boyd recounts suffering female troubles and two doctors urging operation. She credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with relief enabling her to manage housework again and urges others to try it before surgery. Letters from women nationwide are published to prove its efficacy claims.
The verse reflects on cycles of boughs, foliage, storms, and sun. It asserts there is always something to smile about as storms pass and sunshine returns. It contrasts gray November skies with May’s blue, autumn ashes with June roses, and affirms life’s world is created by a heart in love.
A Boston woman rebuts a sailor letter in the Post from January 10 1919 arguing that American girls are not parasites and that virtues vary by culture but are not unique to English or Scottish women. She insists American girls are self supporting and not dependent on dowries and defends Boston and New York women against European and naval critics.
Cleaning tips for windows use ammonia in water to improve shine. Moisten newspaper to reduce dust when sweeping carpeted floors. For squeaky doors apply a drop of oil from a sewing machine oil can to hinges. When blacking a stove mix a pinch of pepper with hot water and stir into it.
A chat on afternoon fashion with Dorothy Bridge at Marjorie's. She has lost her maid and I helped her dress in a silver gray Georgette crepe gown with a fur trim. The outfit features a high round neck, weighted sleeves, a draped skirt and gold accessories.
An etiquette query set notes full evening dress for formal private house card parties unless stated otherwise. It states women walk first in church entrances, with elderly women leading over younger when familiar with seating. a stranger guides. Dining room tips advise weekly tipping if customary, noting boarding houses rarely tip except at Christmas. A white satin toque with black embroidered tulle veil is described.
London paper reports the death of Sir Charles Wyndham the famed English actor and longtime American theater acquaintance. Born Liverpool he began as a surgeon in the Civil War era and rose to prominence with hits like Pink Dominos and Wild Oats He managed Wyndham's Theatre and the Criterion for two decades and was knighted in 1902 He married Mary Moore in 1916 at age 19, joining a long career atop London and Broadway stages.
The report catalogs cozy wooden scarfs and a straight chemise dress with strap detailing. It notes an evening frock in silver lame lined with pink velvet and a silver rose, a blue chiffon tea gown with large green and blue circle pattern, and a furless dolman wrap for spring. Lace mitts and sleeves return in fashion, a French Italian green color blend appears, soft silk trim corsets become bone free, and a velvet-petaled floral head wreath completes the look.
A Sunday Post feature by Mrs. Hattie M. Brown from Meredith New Hampshire shares kitchen ideas. It lists preparations like pineapple with marshmallows in juice, and a cream fold before serving kept on ice. Also includes a sour cream frosting recipe with sugar and walnuts, a Scotch cake with lemon zest and a lemon frosting, and a floating island dessert with whipped egg whites and cream plus apple jelly.
A reader seeks guidance on winning a beloved soldier in Texas. The adviser notes letters prove affection, favor silence over words, and that absence may dull or deepen feelings. When he returns, welcome him warmly as his quiet ways give way to eloquent talk about being back with his girl.
Margaret, living in Portland, meets a church fair with her sister Mary. Mark Andrews reveals he admired her since childhood, while John Stevens’ Westward departure set past plans in motion. John had loved Margaret, Mark stayed hopeful, and John’s return promises a chance at reconciliation after years apart.
The Boston police lieutenants begin their first two hour hike through divisions under a new order by Commissioner Curtis. Most have not served in the department for decades and may wear uniforms or civilian attire while they observe conditions and prepare reports.
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets present a mild alternative to calomel for liver and bowel relief. They claim instant effects on the liver without teeth damage and emphasize banishing calomel due to gum and tooth concerns. Available in 10c and 35c boxes with claims of relieving dullness and constipation.
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