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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1910
Page
9
A devastated financier loses his money and pride as his daughter elopes with a poor lawyer. After years of remorse and sharing wealth with the needy, the man faces ruin and loneliness. Nell returns from Italy with her husband to comfort him, restoring family happiness at last.
Paragraph points discuss Albatross usage this spring and dresses with tucking for summer gowns. Shoulder seams on shirtwaists shift longer. lingerie with chantecler embroidery is a fad. Long coat reverses, pongee-like linens, nets with Trish crochet insets, white Gibson ties, and woven pipingappear in wear. Bracelets over sleeves, dainty linen collars, and color-matching hosiery complete the look for all ages.
A quirky local exchange riffs on selling old items and dogs. The speaker teases Harker about a simple life and a dining room table as the only four-legged “friend,” turning everyday chatter into light humor.
A display of Silver cut glass clocks bronzes and pearl and diamond jewelry from Sridal Gifts promises the largest and most attractive assortment in New England. Shoppers can expect a broad range of gift items highlighting quality craftsmanship and decorative appeal.
A column argues against the idea of women’s suffrage unsexing women, praising muscular women yet criticizing cradle politics. It cites Wyoming’s equal pay law and Chief Justice Groesbeck’s praise, then notes London’s coverage and Boston Post staff involvement in boxing dispatches.
Mrs. James McCrann of 6 Ashland Street West End appeals to police for help locating her daughters Frances ten and Florence twelve who vanished after leaving home to attend the 9 30 mass at St Josephs Church The girls were last seen in black jackets pink dresses Frances wore a black hat Florence a white chip sailor hat.
Mrs. John A. Johnson of Eliot Me must provide additional proof beyond a hat found at the Piscataqua River to establish the death of her missing husband, a Spanish War veteran and navy yard rigger, for pension rights amid a drowning-scene investigation.
Religious notices from Boston area churches report summer open air services at Union Congregational Church led by Rev. Allen A. Stockdale with 7 15 pm Sundays. Other items include Union Ministers' Union meeting at King's Chapel with Rev. Albert Parker Fitch speaking and presiding by Rev. William A. Knight.
Washington honors William C. Lovering a 15 year House veteran from Massachusetts as Eugene N. Foss opens the eulogy with others including Green Gillett Kelcher Lawrence McCall Peters and Jirrell of Massachusetts Norris Maguire of Nebraska Booker Miller of Minnesota and Esch of Wisconsin offering remarks on his independent public stance and duty.
Colonel Roger P F Scannell presented a large tract at Rugby Park Mattapan as a home site for the Massachusetts Order of Owls. At the meeting Deacon Hal the members voted 500 for the New England Order of Owls reorganization.
The Sewing Circle is a new department in the Boston Daily and Sunday Post aimed at New England homemakers. It invites discussion of home life, family management, health tips, remedies, baby care, budgeting, gardening, and related topics with anonymous responses. Correspondents are urged to be helpful and write on one side of the paper.
A spirited report notes Troop Maad delivering a standout performance this season, surpassing expectations as Dan Kelley’s world record claim draws attention and debate over a potential improvement.
Deacon George W. Fowle of Jamaica Plain aged 88 says he will enter a pedestrian contest for octogenarians linked to the Fourth of July events. A longtime West Roxbury resident, he is a major local property owner and a cousin to the Dorchester Historical Society president.
Henry J. Billings formerly of Boston and socialist mayoral nominee in 1907 died today in Rockland Maine of pneumonia at age 69. He spent years at sea, later in Boston grocery and provision business, and came to Rockland as a florist six years ago. His wife survives.
Aaron Bekowitz ten year old boy was crushed under a car at the Oaklandville station while playing near the circus train. His left leg was severely crushed and had to be amputated at Lynn hospital.
Readers discuss spanking as a business and personal practice with letters praising and detailing methods. The exchanges reference age, methods including strap and slipper, and justify corporal discipline as a social or moral tool. The tone is provocative and lurid, emphasizing public appetite for taboo topics.
A reader shares a simple method to wash a parasol. Use a tub with lukewarm water, rub with soap while closed, rinse with cold water until soap is gone, add two drops of blueing, squeeze dry, then open and air dry.
A reader relates living in an apartment block and deplores tenants who neglect cleaning hallways. The writer urges each tenant to clean or pay for cleaning, cites landlords who enforce this, and mentions posted notices as a remedy.
A Dorchester resident asks how a young woman can join a tennis club without paying fees. She notes many private clubs seem unavailable and seeks guidance on entry methods or possible free options.
A 25 year old asks a kind sister for advice on preventing gray hair without darkening it. She notes perfect health, headaches none, and desires a remedy to delay gray strands for several years. She signs as Edith.
Dear editor a reader named Anita asks how to renovate linoleum that has worn patterning from constant foot traffic. She requests guidance from a kind sister and signs as ANITA 8.
The piece lists playful canes indoor party games including Subway Stations Slipper Boots Without Shoes Comparison Magic arritine The Singing Handkerchief and 3 Who ETHEL.
A reader asks for the proper area and care for a plant referred to as a monkey tree. The plant shows yellowing leaves and appears to be deteriorating. The contributor E seeks practical guidance on care steps and location details.
Evangelist Rev. J Wilbur Chapman lamented a modern age of doubt at a Central Congregational Church sermon. He argued most books question Christianity and many parishioners and pastors lack true light, yet faith remains the anchor amid widespread doubt.
President Taft arrived in Washington at 8 44 tonight from a Western tour and went straight to the White House to rest. Senator Burrows Assistant Secretary of the State Hill and Charles D Nortos who assumes duties as state President accompanied him.
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