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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1919
Page
15
Readers in the Sewing Circle debate whether current styles favor comfort and modesty compared with 20 to 25 years ago. They cite walking-length skirts and natural waists as healthier, while noting some extremes persist among a minority.
The account details a silver brocade wrap with fur cuffs and a large silver braid frog, worn by a narrator who lent the garment to Helen. The scene also mentions Jack entertaining an out of town guest and plans to dine, theatre, and dance afterward.
A reader’s etiquette column covers who dances first and last at a dance and the rhythm of meals named breakfast luncheon and dinner. It also explains who pays for wedding carriages with rules assigning carriage costs to the bride’s family except for the groom and his party.
The Boston Caledonian Club marks the 160th birthday of poet Robert Burns with a concert and ball at Symphony Hall. Governor Coolidge, Mayor Peters, prominent attendees, and club soldiers recently returned from overseas will join the 66th observance by the local group.
Birthday tribute to Francis Bacon born January 22 1561 notes his roles as philosopher statesman and essayist. Describes his influence on later generations his financial struggles and long pursuit of the attorney general post. Mentions York House London upbringing and his move from luxury to leading minds into practical philosophy.
A 21 year old man asks if waiting for his 20 year old girlfriend after seeing her walk with a stranger was right. The columnist urges continued courtship, argues against jealousy, and reinforces the value of three years of devotion over a casual encounter. A closing note mentions a green twill gown with three brown muslin trains.
A 1919 verse by Walt Mason rails at German shortages and American abundance, imagining a bossy menu that starves Prussia while feeding allies. The poem mocks wartime hardship and rivalries with humorous dishes and sharp cultural jabs aimed at German rotundity and American generosity.
A vintage collection of recipes from Lucy E Sanborn and Mrs F W George includes NUT BREAD OATMEAL ROLLS CHOCOLATE CAKE and basic candy and cake directions. The notes specify ingredients like sour milk entire wheat flour walnuts cocoa vanilla baking powder and butter with bake times and temperatures.
A teaser notes next week’s Boston Post Sunday Magazine will feature winter sports items from both the United States and abroad. The piece promises a broad look at winter activities and notable figures connected to the season.
Mrs William C Beecher daughter in law of Henry Ward Beecher plans to go to Versailles to seek a seat at an international law conference representing the Organization for the Protection of Women Under International Law She aims to secure officers and soldiers of the central powers who defeated her candidacy Ex Congresswoman Jeanette Rankin seeks clerk of the House and a $6000 salary Giulio Gatto Casazza long time Met Opera impresario praised for lack of scandal Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr eager to leave service and join West Point Enrico Caruso plans a May Italy tour with his bride and Marconi believes messages may still be traveling to the stars and that beings on other planets should have information of value
The excerpt notes Robert Burns whose 160th birthday anniversary comes the 25th of this month. It recalls a verse about Mary Morison and lines about the dance and toast of the town.
A testimonial dinner honored Lewis F. Tuells of Wakefield, Liberty Mutual Insurance Company underwriting manager. The event at Hotel Thorndike featured Walter S. Bucklin as toastmaster. Tuells, 17 years in insurance, will move to Chicago to lead workers compensation and public liability work in the Midwest. A theatre party followed at the Hollis with The Better Ole as the attraction.
The poem narrates Jill praising married life with Jack, featuring domestic roles, gifts, and affection. It hints that their harmony is fading, promising more about Jack and Jill in a future installment.
The article notes dark colored linens and crashes used for fashionable waists, bead chains reaching near skirt hems, frills dominating youth frocks, high black velour belts on rose pink taffeta gowns, crochet drop buttons on blouses, new wide sleeves with button trims, iridescent sequined restaurant hats, and two popular trimmings: fancy stitched buttons.
Frederick Berkins aged 27 of Addison Street Chelsea was given a suspended six month sentence in the House of Correction by Judge Stearns after striking his wife and causing the loss of sight in her left eye. The case was delayed to explore saving the eye but specialists said removal was necessary to prevent damage to the right eye. The judge suspended the sentence due to the needs of two small children and Mrs. Perkins.
In a light exchange during the war era, an audience member questions wartime closing rules impacting shows. The actor replies that most patrons exit after the first act, suggesting little effect on performances.
A Boston conductor urges trustees and the public to adopt a practical fare system over costly expert plans. He cites experience from 20 years on the road, advocating transparent fare boxes, improved transfer handling, and a cooperative committee to design a workable method that reduces losses and rider costs. He argues public management aids efficiency and accountability.
William Jethro Spudd features in a forthcoming Beal dialogue installment in the Boston Post Sunday Magazine. The piece teases a humorous clash within a lovers’ quarrel, advancing the series.
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