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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1911
Page
9
Florence C. advocates early, close cutting of a young girl's hair to ensure all hairs are reached and scalp strengthened. She argues against oils and recommends boyish styles or close clipping for warmth, noting mothers resist but should sacrifice while the child is three or four.
A young wife asks for advice after her husband, away a month, returned home and began writing letters to two women he met while away. He refuses to show her the contents, though he had always shared letters before. The reader is asked for guidance in handling this behavior.
A sharply toned missive mocks Old Bay State for fashion and finances on Christmas night. The writer urges the recipient to get a job, earn clothes, and stop relying on others, even joking about pawning a husband’s wardrobe.
The advertisement promotes Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a gentle safe laxative for women in all life stages. It emphasizes mild flavor, stomach comfort, and dependable cleansing, sold by the California Fig Syrup Co at fifty cents per bottle in original packaging.
A cosmetic claim promotes ethine double strength as a cure for freckles. The ad urges buying one ounce from Houghton and Dutton and Riker Jaynes Prug Co, applying nightly for clear skin with a money back guarantee if unsuccessful.
A blunt 1870s view argues many women cling to improvised living rather than claim fair 1 percent shares of worldly goods. The text urges women to leave unsupportive husbands and earn their own living, noting others will hire women for housework with room and board and wages.
A reader column discusses a woman’s Christmas night outfit with critique of her husband’s stinginess and calls for modest dress. It suggests patterning from a prior costume and touches on social expectations and propriety in attire. A message to Querida offers encouragement and praise for poetic reform.
A 38 year old woman asks Sewing Circle readers whether to contest her husband’s will. He died suddenly after an affair with a servant, leaving the mistress a large sum and a contested clause. She fears dragging his name but admires his once honorable business reputation. INFELIX.
Letter from a reader pokes fun at a husband’s eccentric Christmas get-up while contrasting couples. The writer jokes about children, fashion, and marital harmony, ending with a note to a person named QUERIDA.
AUNTIE suggests using a 6x8 feet American flag as a skirt with red and white stripes and star waist, folding over the left shoulder, paired with a white short sleeved waist and hair over the shoulder to achieve the masquerade look.
Gloucester January 18. The Perkins Box Manufacturing and Wish Packing Company plant burned down leaving only the salt building and an office. George H. Perkins says rebuilding is possible but not yet decided. estimated loss not to exceed 175000 with a 100000 blanket insurance policy.
The Boston & Maine railroad department of the YMCA at 160 Beverly Street near Warren Bridge serves 472 members with 111,115 visits last year. Facilities include bowling alleys, pool tables, a reading room, library, lectures, and noon educational tasks, funded by rail carrier support and a building fund now at 681. The committee lists 12 railroad men led by Carl B. Smith.
Mrs. Asquith testifies in the suit of Mrs. Horace West against Sir Algernon West as slander is pursued over social exclusion following a separation. The case notes Victoria era rules on divorcees and Queen Victoria’s court practices. The court’s crowded, and a verdict is expected in days.
Worcester keeper Albert T. Richardson imposes dramatic reforms at the Worcester House of Correction after one week in office. Each inmate receives a personal clay pipe and tobacco nightly, books are allowed in cells, a music box plays in the guard room, and meals are rotated daily. Weekly talks by local leaders on citizenship accompany the changes, aimed at improving conduct and instilling self betterment despite the hardship of tobacco withdrawal.
San Francisco officials seized $20,000 worth of opium in the port’s largest ever seizure. The dramatic bust involved customs authorities acting on today’s lead.
Three year old Edward J Wasson son of Cambridge was killed yesterday when he ran under a dray owned by L H Slade of Belmont after being frightened by dogs. The driver Daniel Murphy of 172 Waverley Street Belmont was taken into custody and later released.
William J. Lampton, New York poet and humorist, thanks the Boston Post for public appeal response and says he has received many Christmas cards from generous New England readers. He notes the Post’s large circulation and wishes Boston happiness and blessings. Address: 109 W. 54th Street, New York City.
New York January 18 President Taft Governor Dix and Mayor Gaynor will attend the fifth annual Dinner of the Police Lieutenants Benevolent Association at the Waldorf Astoria on Washingtons Birthday. Taft attended last year and said he felt at home among such good fellows.
The Postoffice Department cut costs by 29069 dollars in twine purchases last year, according to Dr. John A. Holmes the department's purchasing agent. The annual report highlights the savings over the previous year and emphasizes efficient procurement practices.
Chinese authorities report plague victims are being disposed into the Sungari River near Vladivostok Russia. The alarming practice raises public health concerns as officials warn of further contamination and call for investigation and action.
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