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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1918
Page
11
Readers debate whether a wife may visit friends without her husband’s approval. Letters argue both sides from a moral and legal stance, with advice on balancing personal freedom, marital harmony, and respect for a spouse’s views.
The Post invites readers to submit three best baby stories of up to 200 words. Prizes include a Double Gold Eagle, a Single Gold Eagle, and $5 in Gold. Entries must be original or not, signed with real name and address, and may be published by The Post.
A four year old boy, Edward Andreson Farrell, climbed to ring the church bell at 9 a.m. in a Concord Junction parish where bells toll at set times for funerals. Neighbors gathered as the child stood on a table holding the rope, prompting the scene at the Rev. B s church service.
The 18 month old child nicknamed Baby Marie is observed saying Up, up after falls. Three months ago she repeated the phrase in the kitchen and, caught in a shirtwaist box, managed to free herself without crying.
A letter from A J Mahoney recalls a farm visit where Maurice a two year old wheels a crying two month old in a carriage while eating, showing solemn determined care and a chastened look toward his sister in law.
On Louise's second birthday she visits her cousin's home where Uncle Ernest gives a pretty pink silk dressed doll. The scene captures a family celebration with a cherished keepsake.
An advertisement touts Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound as a ready to use method to darken gray hair naturally and evenly. It claims easy application with a sponge or brush and promises glossy, luxurious results without revealing the product’s medical use.
A mother finally relents and lets little Catherine eat six sugared strawberries on the veranda. The delighted child eats two and warns her uncle Leslie away, fearing the fruit might make him sick, revealing her affectionate bond with her family. The note ends with Mrs. L. C. Rollins of Unity, Maine.
A three year old boy nicknamed Rollo, known for freckles and sun kisses, cheers Liberty bonds as he tells visitors to buy bonds to help Uncle Sam and the flag. His crusty Uncle Ben later places a bond in the child’s hand, making him the proud owner of a Liberty bond. Miss Mary F. Ruot of 282 Essex Avenue, West Gloucester, is noted.
A Boston child Lea is deceived by his mother who claimed a brown duck with blue tipped wings and green neck was his. After hearing the roast duck reveal he confronts his mother with a defiant line, anger and grief visible as he refuses to eat.
In a Jersey City tale ANNA F. WIENERS recalls Nanna and Patsy sharing peppermint sticks after a trip to the village store. Nanna’s freckled face and tiny curls contrast with Patsy the terrier as they settle on the back doorstep to finish their feast.
The notice cites official figures for January days in Boston. It notes the coldest ever on this date was zero degrees in 1879 and 1888 and a warm high of 57 degrees in 1908. It also records rain or snow on this date in 1910 1913 and 1914.
Poem by Charles Felton Pidgin praising the flag as sovereign and sacred emblem. It proclaims liberty as the guiding word and vows loyalty, sacrifice, and preservation of heritage under the banner. The verse extols patriotism and collective duty to defend freedom.
Dorothy discusses fashion in frigid weather and plans for a Florida trip with Janette. The bathing suit she describes is costly and flamboyant, resembling a chorus costume, yet practical for swimming with a square neck, two deep skirt flounces, and navy blue taffeta.
Beaded bags with drawstrings appear alongside pink high collar crepe blouses. Gray dominates spring color schemes with dark ground novelty prints. Turquoise blue inspires Southern wear while wartime simple frocks return. Pink silk mull revives evening dresses and long nap plush hats top afternoons. Lingerie blouses gain importance this season.
Practical tips for small repairs and cooking from a family column. Crocheted fixes for slippers, sour milk cake tips, and saving oiled wrapping paper to reduce waste. Rooftop notes on oven baked potatoes and careful wrapping to keep skins thin and soft.
Two eggs mashed with cream cheese olives onion and butter. molasses ginger soda and flour mix for a dessert. spread on bread. Vegetable soup uses soup meat potatoes onions macaroni tomatoes turnip carrot squash and seasonings. strained to a rich color and flavor. Recipes credited to Mrs Maurice Sawyer of Laconia New Hampshire and Gladys M Carter of Belfast Maine.
A reader asks about writing to and knitting for a drafted American soldier. The advice encourages sending a sweater as a pure gesture of giving, without expecting returns, and highlights the joy of giving and the communal effort of sweaters as a morale boost for troops.
With heavy snow hindering hockey prospects at Mitchell Military School Billerica, the season shifts to basketball. This week two games will be staged on the local court, spotlighting local players and teams in a rare winter basketball stretch.
An old style advertisement promotes Lamay Creme L Ame for smooth hands and improved complexion. It claims quick results after washing or before outdoor use and touts lipstick quality Lamay Face Powder. The ad promises no hair growth and glycerine free formula with a price of thirty five cents.
An old health note explains pimples arise from toxins in the bowels. It advocates four ounces of Jad Salts dissolved in hot water daily for a week to purify blood, stimulate kidneys, and clear skin, claiming the effervescent drink cleanses blood and aids kidneys.
An advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as quick relief for backache lumbago sciatic rheumatism and kidney bladder issues. It claims cleansing action on kidneys and bladder with a money back guarantee if not satisfied.
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