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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1913
Page
13
A Brookline matron writes in the Sewing Circle about Ida Tarbell's idea that employed women are grafters. She argues working women harm wages, cites moral duties, and urges charity work instead of employment.
Lucy urges Maplewood readers to visit and cheer the homebound, sharing two examples of elderly women confined to rooms for years. The note implores readers to brighten lives with time, a smile, and kind words, promising spiritual rewards for aiding needy sisters.
Portia argues against writing all marriage proposals as a safeguard for women and men. She says law cannot force genuine love and would not deter deceit. If a man would deceive before marriage, he would later, and it is better for a woman to be deserted before marriage.
A letter argues engagement should be public as a sign of honor linking engagement to a ring and a public declaration. The writer insists secrecy would cast doubt on a suitor’s intent and favors openly proclaimed betrothal.
A continuation of the debate on whether parents should reveal life’s harsh truths to children for guidance or shield them from wickedness and taboo topics. The discussion grew from a national symposium where top educators argued the issue.
A reader called Dear Sewing Circle condemns false modesty and urges parents to discuss life’s truths with children. The letter argues the Bible addresses plain subjects and that mothers and fathers should speak plainly to prevent ignorance and misguidance.
A letter argues against sheltering daughters from life’s truths while acknowledging terrible events daily. It advocates giving enough truth to avoid harm, criticizing how others may reveal information if parents stay silent. The piece frames innocence versus informed readiness.
A reader laments exposing children to sexuality and eugenics in schools. They urge parental guardianship to keep daughters from dissipation, arguing ignorance protects virtue and condemning reformers who press modern topics as dangerous. The letter ends with a warning about fragile innocence.
A letter argues that a woman should leave a abusive husband, stating if she stays after a first strike she is lazy or bad. It claims respect is broken, and suggests placing children in a better home and paying support, praising lawful escape and safety over tolerance.
The Sunday Post features a selection of notable letters to the Sewing Circle, showcasing readers’ insights, opinions, and practical tips on stitching, patterns, and community craft projects.
A poet recalls meeting a lass in town and kissing her in the rain. Her locks are like ripened wheat and brown eyes shine as they share a bold moment. The weather changes to sun as their romance grows, and the speaker proclaims pride and love without care for others.
The New England Dry Goods Association hosts its annual banquet at Copley Plaza Hotel with the Bostonia Ladies Orchestra providing music. Speakers include Harvard’s Professor Daniel Evans and Andover Theological Seminary’s Andover Theo logical Seminary, discussing The World Outside of Business, plus Frederick F. Murphy of Mark Cross Company on The Compensations of Obscurity and Robert Binkerd on The Municipal Revival. Elections of officers planned. program deemed excellent by President Ferris and Secretary Putnam.
Washington January 13 The Postmaster General announced a call for proposals to sell or rent 100 motor vehicles to speed parcel post delivery in cities. All cars will be red and must be delivered promptly as existing rentals are at capacity due to over four million packages in the first week of service.
Frank Cc Chase, custodian of the Fine Arts department at the Public Library, criticized Boylston Street in a Ruskin Club lecture. He lamented the loss of dignified homes and uniform architecture and mocked the Phillips Brooks statue as an artistic hodgepodge, questioning its attribution to Saint-Gaudens.
President Taft named the board of visitors for the United States Naval Academy for the present year. Members include Herbert L. Satterlee of New York, Maxham of Chicago, George G. Hill of Washington, David B. Barry of Washington, S. A. Perkins of Tacoma, Fred W. Davis of New Haven, and Nelson Lamport of Chicago.
Washington Jan 13 The Senate appropriations committee favors discontinuing the Commerce Court after the current fiscal year ending June 30. The full committee reversed a subcommittee’s earlier plan for another full year, signaling a shutdown if the Senate approves.
An article touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy as a ready to use formula restoring natural color to gray or faded hair. It claims to cure dandruff and itchy scalps, with a simple application that darkens hair evenly by morning and improves luster after repeated use.
A 17 year old seeks guidance about a 19 year old boyfriend who dates another girl. The adviser urges not to overreact, maintain openness, and enjoy a carefree friendship while both are young. Suggests continuing balanced social ties and avoid bringing others’ claims into the relationship.
A collage of kitchen notes from Mrs William M MMehan and Mrs J J OConnell includes a sponge cake method with egg yolks sugar water and cocoa plus baking powder and vanilla, and a ham toast dish with minced ham eggs and flavorings. Also a hearty oatmeal raisin cookie style mix from Mrs William MMehan.
An advertisement touts Ely's Cream Balm as a quick cure for catarrh and stuffed noses. It claims the balm dissolves with nostril heat, clears air passages, stops discharges, and relieves headache and throat irritation by morning. Contains marketing urging readers to buy a small bottle at drug stores.
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