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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1918
Page
13
Reader letters reveal women arguing about husbands and moviegoing with mixed motives. One writer urges restraint while another cites real life and fantasy to justify frequent cinema visits. A third claims to study acting to become a screen star, dreaming of Mary Pickford fame.
A solitary figure moves through a pine barrier toward a sheltered dell. The path is scented by spring, guiding to a small flower amid dry leaves and moss at the wanderer’s feet.
A cautionary verse roundup depicts children causing mischief and danger in domestic scenes. Episodes include Mabel climbing the table, Moses burning noses, Johnny hammering nails, Tom pinning Grandpa, a baby’s ears cut, and a gas-aimed ruse leading to a guest’s death, with Mam ma’s resigned shrug.
A reflective line extols fame and fortune for those possessing talent and good looks. The speaker positions themselves among the fortunate, noting a shared blessing and pursuit. The fragment references studying for an 8Credn or similar credential, implying preparation or ambition.
A British inspired confection recipe lists milk thickened with flour and butter, eggs, and flour sugar baking powder for cakes. Variations include marble coffee devil and nut fruit cakes with optional cocoa and nuts. Mrs E R Chellis Kezar Falls Me.
Philip the Good born 1396 in Dijon son of John the Fearless led counterinsurgencies and fought major battles across France and Flanders. He allied with Henry V, claimed Holland Zeeland, quelled Bruges revolt, and founded libraries and the Order of the Golden Fleece before dying in 1467.
The Earl of Denbigh leads the anti home rule party in Ireland after commanding the HAC on a Boston visit. Mrs Alfred Vanderbilt moves with approval to use her private car for a California honeymoon. Clarence H Mackay gifts Harbor Hill to the government as a war hospital. Conan Doyle converts to Spiritualism. Herbert Hoover is a Quaker and Henry W Thornton, promoted to brigadier general, is an American who played guard for Penn State against Princeton in 1892. Elmer Oliphant, West Point’s top athlete, graduated yesterday with a unique all sport letter record. Marine Corps crews include St James, St Luke, St John, St Peter, and St Matthew.
The record notes Boston’s heat and cold extremes for June 18th. Official figures show 94 degrees in 1892 and 96 in 1899 as highs, while the coldest on this date was 44 degrees in 1881. Rain occurred on this date in 1909 and 1911.
The notice urges customers to request Troco by name to enjoy its distinctive butter flavor and quality. It notes dealers may stock it or order requests can be placed for prompt delivery via phone.
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