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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
17
A young wife cites trust and affection for her jealous husband and argues jealousy equals selfishness and distrust. She details controlling behavior and demands he abandon surveillance and dress constraints while fearing he loves too intensely. The Sewing Circle invites brief letters on the topic with a five dollar prize for the most interesting viewpoint.
A Sewing Circle section prints letters defending and criticizing youth fashion. Debates cover knee-length skirts, low necklines, georgette waists, ear pads, and the impact of modesty on morals with personal anecdotes from young women claiming practicality and freedom in dress.
A collage of home recipes and domestic tips includes salmon loaf instructions with egg yolk and whipped egg whites, salmon salad, rhubarb shortcake, a basic beef dish, various shortcake methods, and a note on tactful pronunciation and manners. The page lists contributors Ida M Belanger Verona Bowes Mrs Robert Collins Edna Coburn and Helen Harmon with addresses in New England.
A reader asks how to handle introductions when one friend dislikes many acquaintances and another desires an introduction. The reply says only arrange if the main friend consents and no forcing of acquaintance is allowed. It also notes mourning etiquette: going to amusements is not customary during deep mourning, though some do attend.
The writer notes the light from lightning arrives faster than the sound, estimating about 4.23 seconds per mile at 70 to 80 degrees. In response to a jam question, sixteen minutes of cooking is recommended for most fruits, with small variations by fruit condition.
The river extends from Connecticut Lake in New Hampshire to Long Island Sound, totaling 410 miles in length. This measurement follows the river’s main course and reflects standard distances used in geographic references.
The text contrasts ain't with isn't noting that isn't is a legitimate contraction of is not while ain't is labeled vulgar and ungrammatical. It warns against using contractions in public speech or serious writing.
The query notes two or three syllables for Roosevelt, citing Who's Who in America which renders the pronunciation as Ro-ze-velt, indicating a three syllable version in that source.
A reader notes that Calvin Coolidge preferred no middle name being used by friends. The quote suggests he was “just plain walvin Cool idge” to some, reflecting a casual view of his identity.
The reader asks if any New England state has a legal holiday between Independence Day and Labor Day. The answer notes Vermont observes August 16 as a state holiday marking the Battle of Bennington anniversary.
The term Czech derives from Cechy, the native name for Bohemia. It reflects historical self designation of Bohemian peoples and became the standard national identifier as Czech emerged as a distinct ethnic and linguistic group in Central Europe. The usage spans centuries in European dispatches and scholarly works.
The inquiry asks which college Presidential Nominee Cox attended. The source states only public and high school education per Who's Who, implying no college degree.
A traveler’s tale claimed birds die if they fly over the Dead Sea. Modern science disproves this, noting no birds fall into the sea due to lack of fish or other attracting factors.
Bread can mold in hot weather even when kept in a tin box. Thorough washing and scalding of bread containers is advised, with frequency as often as every other day in hot conditions to prevent mold growth.
The period from the United States entering World War I to the armistice spanned one year seven months and five days.
The reply notes Sir Paul Kruger died in 1904, long before World War I. He did not take part in the recent world war.
A weary writer Patty returns to Agnes's cottage after leaving school to pursue storytelling. She faces doubt about talent, convection with Jack, and a late night writing session. The next morning a camp visit rekindles her resolve as a life shift seems possible with Jack.
The B P O E closed its annual convention sessions in Chicago and installed new officers. William M Abbott of San Francisco becomes grand exalted ruler. The order aims to boost membership from 700 000 to 1 000 000. Milwaukee won the baseball championship 16 to 15. Detroit lodge band won first in a contest with nearly 100 groups, Milwaukee second, Atlanta third.
Warsaw reports the Polish national council of defence issues a manifesto calling volunteers for immediate service against advancing Bolshevik forces. Able-bodied men are urged to join, with unfit men asked to register to free others for front duty. Signed by President Pilsudski, the document frames the struggle as a fight against Bolshevism rather than Russia. A second proclamation to soldiers declares the decisive moment for Poland's fate has arrived.
The Senate committee probing campaign expenditures for AG A Mitchell Palmer leaves for St. Louis to resume hearings. Expenditures in support of Palmer's presidential bid will be examined, with about twenty witnesses subpended, including Edward Goltra and Joseph T. Davis of St. Louis.
Reports claim Goltra paid 2000 to delegates for expenses to the state convention that ousted Senator Reid from his national seat. Committee members say the subject will be investigated. Despatches indicate Goltra and Davis remain in San Francisco while the inquiry into Palmer’s campaign proceeds. Johnson of Georgia testified that Lowden supporters spent more in Georgia than Wood and Democrats spent more than both sides.
Attorney General A. Mitchell Palmer told reporters in Portland he welcomed Senate probes into pre convention campaign expenditures but said none of his money was spent. He questioned the value of an investigation and suggested it would not be taken seriously.
Emma Forster wife of Otto Forster of 43 Union Avenue Jamaica Plain has been missing from home for a week. He fears she wandered in a fugue like amnesia or suffered an accident. She is 48, 5 feet 4 inches, fair hair blue eyes flat nose and likely brown hat and suit. He notes she has money but wears only wedding ring. They married about four months. He works in Lynn and found her absence Friday night after returning from work. She was formerly Emma Thela of Roslindale.
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