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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1912
Page
7
A dated social note quotes a speaker chiding a woman for lofty airs and aviation fantasies. The message urges practicality at home, mentioning a husband’s Reno trip and domestic duties, with a sharp local voice from South Boston attributed to Mary E.
A woman urges Peggy to leave her husband and his mistress Kitty. She advises placing any children in a home, finding work to fund a divorce, and questions how the husband can survive on fifty cents daily.
A reader admonishes Suzette for taking a male companion to amusements and questions her fidelity. The letter argues it is improper to go out with any man other than her husband and warns of jealousy. A separate note suggests washing hair weekly in blueing water to keep it beautiful.
A short, humorous women’s column advises that husbands may show indifference to chores like cooking and washing dishes. It suggests hiring a reliable person for infant care a few nights weekly, so couples can enjoy time away together and find life more worth while.
A reader advises using a pumice stone to smooth facial hair and shares a summer experience with arms. The writer notes the permanent cure would be an electric needle by a skilled doctor and cautions not to overly rub the face. If it stings, apply cold cream.
A reader asks about growing cranberries without costly bags, sourcing a dozen plants with postage, and timing for planting. Another query seeks advice on fall strawberries including whether to remove buds and blossoms through spring and summer so fruit ripens in fall.
A reader asks how to secure a divorce, whether the process must be public or can be quiet. The inquiry notes a young married sister seeking guidance on proper steps.
A reader defends spanking as a personal choice amid arguments about domestic discipline. The letter notes thirty five years of marriage with few conflicts and acknowledges some women advocate spanking husbands.
The dialogue hints at a bold narrator musing on self defense and retaliation. A vivid line expresses readiness to strike back if spanked or harmed, framed by a defiant tone and a nickname Happy Hooligan suggesting a comic or satirical context.
A reader asks for remedies for red canker affecting a baby girl. The letter seeks practical guidance from sisters, noting observed difficulties and requesting effective treatments.
A loyal wife warns Suzette against accepting invitations from another man. The speaker argues such outings lead to trouble and sorrow, praising the husband who rightly restricts his wife's company to protect marriage.
A handwritten plea warns a reader about danger from a man who threatens violence. It urges immediate departure and notes a demand for women as housekeepers and workers, reflecting fearful social sentiment and direct advice from the source.
A Paine Furniture Company demonstration in the Y M C A assembly hall will feature a miniature furniture store display. Medium grade bedroom dining and parlor pieces plus upholstery samples will be shown with floor manager and credit supervisor handling transactions and service issues.
Pittsfield report notes the death of Jacob Gimlich at age 66 after a lingering illness. Gimlich served as a Massachusetts House member in 1884 and 1885 and was a prominent Democrat and director in local banks.
On a tropical island a hardened defense holds against a night attack by natives led by Okra. Willowby and Captain O'Brien protect the post as Taloo, daughter of the chief, dies from a poisoned spear while saving the soldiers and her white allies.
Waist line near normal and sleeves unremarkable with three quarter length preferred. Sheer cotton crepes with agaric borders and ratine textures praised. gaiter boots surge in Paris with leather forepart and cloth tops. Evening shoes favor metal brocades in black gold silver and bold hues. black and white footwear remains popular.
A young woman asks if a western Massachusetts suitor truly wants to meet or if she should stop writing. The adviser suggests reading his actions, notes love may bend to the one aim of seeing her, and advises continuing correspondence if she wishes, watching for true feelings and future vacation plans.
A 24 year old asks if a letter of introduction is suitable to meet a young woman he has not met. The columnist suggests presenting the letter in person or with a card, or having a friend write it, as it signals to the girl that you are someone she should know and prompts a call.
A beggar woman declares she has three husbands to support. Asked if she is a bigamist, she answers no, that one husband is hers and the others belong to her two daughters.
A family recipe describes making marmalade from Seville and sweet oranges with lemons. Steps include slicing fruit, soaking seeds, combining with water, slow simmering, adding sugar, and packing into pots. Includes two contributor names and addresses for the sources.
A recipe describes buttered bread layered with apples and a sugar nutmeg mix, baked with boiling water until tender. A variation called onion pie tops apples with onions, two crusts, buttered top, pepper and salt, served hot. Names: Mrs Inez Be Fit Fitz of Somerville and Mrs A R Blood of East Pepperell.
At a Boston Lodge meeting 724 Washington street the Loyal Order of Moose voted to extend invitations to President Taft Ex-President Roosevelt and John Hays Hammond for the annual Moose ball on Feb 2 in Symphony Hall. Life members, interest shown, 38500 members enrolled, 110 applications acted on, initiation held.
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