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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1912
Page
11
A Circle friend writes Barbara praising her newborn daughter and her chosen name. The note discusses weaning timing based on the baby's health, hopes for peace and forgiveness of a marriage, and closes with a blessing that “a little child shall lead them.”
Stephanie writes of her husband a tall doctor with a big heart and steady temper. She notes his flaws like smoking and a stubborn wallet, but he supports six sons and a simple, human life. She argues real men aren’t fairy tale princes and praises ordinary family strength.
A letter from Emma describes five years of hardship as an affinity-suffering wife. She laments her husband’s affair with another woman, leaving her to support two children and endure humiliation. She urges Jeannette to consider the harm caused and notes class-based perspectives on Affinities.
A reader writes about visions or spirits and how common such experiences were in the past. The author notes a mother who saw forms, followed by news of deaths, and advises against fright and disbelief. The letter ends with a friendly signature, Miss Lewis.
A reader asks for advice on a weary homemaker with three boys. She reports constant sewing and labor at home, while her husband criticizes her outings as dissipation. She seeks guidance and a cure for his lack of sense.
A reader warns against a dubious eye treatment for suppurating eyes. The note urges bringing a child to Massachusetts Charitable Eye and Ear Infirmary on Charles Street or to the Harvard Clinic on Longwood Avenue for examination and proper treatment.
A short story combines Myra Perkins, the Daughters Sewing Circle, and John as a courtship tale set at 1 Wellington Street Boston. Myra plays a provocative song on the piano, provoking her mother’s scolding and raising questions about her fiancé’s hesitation to propose.
A parting admonition advises outdoor exercise and plenty of coffee and nourishing food to cure drink. It suggests seeking comfort from churches and speaking to a clergyman for a cheerier philosophy of life.
A brief note from Esther endorses defending women against violence and invites sisters to share ideas for crafting pretty boxes, signaling supportive community action. The message condemns male violence and expresses a readiness to help through women’s collaborative projects.
A playful portrait hails Major Gall as a boisterous know it all who argues loudly on every topic. He defeats opponents with blunt wit, from weather to art, turning debates into his final judgment as the crowd mutely yields.
Myra confesses she teased John by borrowing and singing a song from a Sewing Circle girl. He fears taunting and heartbreak, but his relief returns as she admits the deception and vows change. Mrs Perkins comments on Myra’s need for a steady man after finding the discarded song.
New handbags favor fabric over leather, with long knitted purse shaped sacks and center openings sealed by sliding rings. The latest veils feature dyed shadow lace effects, sheer textures, and delicate silk run patterns enhancing the wearer. Leather belts remain rare, mainly on simple belted jackets, while around-the-waist belts may see renewed interest.
Instructions for a flour and graham loaf with corn syrup milk batter baked slow. Refined by Miss Nelvlin Tuttle of Winthrop Maine. Also clams baked with onions tomato and butter with Worcestershire and cracker crumb topping credited to Mrs Theodore Alexandher of Astor Street. Includes a chocolate icing for cake by Mrs Charles B H Keyes of Littleton New Hampshire.
Collector Curtis appoints Surveyor Graves Deputy Surveyor Mann and Naval Officer Lyford to visit New York and report on current customs service conditions and procedures.
Winsor S. Smith longtime election official dies of pneumonia at 40. Assistant registrar and secretary of the Election Board, well regarded for election law knowledge. Survived by wife and daughter. Funeral at 1:30 p.m. tomorrow at 495 Columbia Road Dorchester.
Archibald M. Howe and Richard A. Dana appeared at East Cambridge court house and furnished bail of 800 dollars for George A. Ferris. Ferris, a former Lowell jail officer, was arrested Tuesday in Portland on an indictment warrant charging him with perjury in two counts.
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