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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1920
Page
11
Readers debate a law to bar unescorted young women from dance halls and the wiser role of chaperones. Letters from THE CHAPERON and others discuss dangers, independence, and practical marriage choices amid wartime social change.
A young woman seeks guidance on whether a kiss after three months with a man of “high ideals” is appropriate. The columnist argues no kiss should occur before a formal marriage proposal and engagement, warning the act may cheapen her in his eyes.
Practical tips for stain removal and cooking from Portland Missouri and Calais Maine readers. Ink stains vanish with steam salt and lemon juice while frosting stays moist with a drop of vinegar. Bluing clarifies glass wash water and tomato juice salt removes mildew. Pie crust becomes flaky with vinegar in cold water. Blacking sticks with molasses on a red hot stove and dusty woodwork cleans with strong tea instead of soap.
In sending wedding notices to a family, address one envelope to Mr. and Mrs. X and Family, then send separate envelopes to each adult child. Sometimes young ladies are grouped as The Misses for separate addresses.
A man and his friend Bill confront marital strain after Bill’s wife leaves him for a maid who later declares her own husband is the man she loves. The trio share doughnuts and beef stew, revealing hidden domestic tensions and shifting loyalties.
The verses express longing and optimism as the speaker imagines June bringing beauty and song. A nostalgic, lyrical meditation on June’s arrival, flowers, and bright imagery dispelling winter shadows. The poem travels over hills and seas, depicting June as a fragrant, rosy presence.
The article describes a red taffeta sports hat with narrow white organdie pleatings and red cherry embellishments at the waist on gowns of various materials. A flesh-colored charmeuse gown is richly embroidered in black and white pearls, and a sombre outfit is brightened by a velvet poppy tam.
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