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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1913
Page
13
A Boston Post Sewing Circle letter from Louise argues money does not equal happiness, sharing a personal tale of marriage, fortune, and hardship. She notes a couple once earned $12,000 annually but faced reversals, now living on about $2,500 with prudent spending and a son in college.
A reader cites a past Sewing Circle remark that the worst poverty is for a man earning $10,000 yearly. The note references a recent Sewing Circle discussion about required income levels and its implications.
A reader counsels that troubled wives should leave if they and their husbands are violently opposed and she is ashamed of him. The writer argues talents vary and years would have drawn them together if he had been right, yet instead have widened the rift.
Letter from a reader responds to a prior Sewing Circle piece titled 15 Years Married. She argues a wife should not claim earnings or assets and favors mutual harmony, economy, and shared responsibility to sustain happiness despite modest income.
The writer urges frank talk with a partner about growing apart and suggests a destined mate for each person. He counsels courage, believing time will reveal that the separation was for the best and the path forward will become clear.
Advice piece from Maine urges women not to resent husbands who work for big money or rely on maids, arguing life is short and many wives marry farmers for devotion rather than wealth. It cites teachers and city girls marrying farmers to avoid pride in professional men.
A poetical fragment recalls ancient sailors whose bones become coral plants and shark-weed. Mermaids’ combs glint as fishers fail to bring them home, hints of peril at sea and lost seafarers.
A resident urges shared views on wifely privileges and cooperative spirit to speed up progress toward buying a little home. The note, titled Norton Philosophy, expresses belief that sacrifice is needed for life goals and wishes success for the Sewing Circle.
A reader argues that marrying for wealth is wrong and questions the motives of the writer “One Who Chose Wisely” and the anonymous “15 Years Married” letter. The aunt endorses love over money and challenges gendered expectations about husbands funding wives.
Readers of the Sewing Circle will find a selection of its most engaging letters printed in Sunday's Post. The feature showcases diverse viewpoints, anecdotes, and practical sewing tips from contributors, reflecting community interest and craft culture.
The suffragists touring Massachusetts designate North Adams as their regional headquarters for advancing votes for women. Mrs Maud Wood Parks and Mrs Glendower Evans lead the group promising education and success, while social club women greet the visitors. Many attendees signed a petition to Congress seeking universal suffrage.
In Trenton on July 23 the State Board of Health sampled eggs owned by H. J. Keith seized in the state. After tasting, they deferred a decision for a week. The eggs had been in cold storage over three years but dishes made from them were pronounced excellent while the eggs were labeled unfit for food under pure food laws.
Professor Pierre Boutreux, noted French mathematician and cousin of President Poincare, accepted his election as professor of mathematics at Princeton University. Dean Magie announced the appointment and stated he will assume duties in the fall.
Special menus for hot weather dishes and the best methods of mink ing jelly ard best recipes of New England housewives will be found innes Sumday's Post.
Esther Williams and Everett, once separated by pride and time, reconcile for the sake of their daughter Ruth and son Ray Fuller. Ruth and Ray meet at the station, fall in love, and gain parental blessing as Esther and Mr. Farmsworth confront past wounds and choose happiness for their children.
The Floating Hospital in Boston treated 209 sick babies with ocean air. Seventy nine remained permanent patients and one underwent surgery with rapid improvement. The day honored Mitchells and McGowns, and a cotton and linen drive was urged to aid needy children.
Authorities in Pisa plan to drain foundations to stop Arno river water intrusion and widen the base to the square level. The Leaning Tower is tilting more each year and regarded as dangerous.
Autopsy reveals a sharp rounded instrument pierced the roof of Emma Corduan’s mouth and brain. Police seek William Corduan, her husband and a filemaker, as a possible suspect in the murder found last night under a bed.
Rochester July 23. A fire destroyed the home of George Renick in Hall village Ontario county. Mrs. Anna Hewson age 97 was burned to death in the blaze.
William Brown Meloney writes a remarkable story With What Measure Ye Mere set at sea. The tale is described as powerful and finely crafted for next Sunday's Post Magazine.
A pair of home kitchen notes share a sugar raisin cake with sour milk and spice and a cucumber cream dish. The first, by Mrs. F N Carter of Kennebunk Maine, gives a brown sugar cake with egg size shortened and seasonings. The second, by Nellie E Zacular of Everett Massachusetts, describes cucumber pieces boiled gently, then served with cream butter and seasonings.
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