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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1917
Page
9
A debate about married couples' rights to visit theaters, dances, and movies solo. A wife argues fairness in using limited funds for her own outings after housework and child care while a husband works. Other letters warn of dangers to unescorted women and justify male outings.
A collection of opinions on married women going out unescorted, with Mrs Independent defending independence and husbands who respect themselves, while others warn of social gossip and safety concerns. The letters discuss dancing, cinema, and courtship, reflecting era views on gender and autonomy.
Bishop Joseph G. Anderson returned from Maryknoll New York where he presided at a solemn high mass for the silver jubilee of his college class. Rev James Walsh led the ceremony with seminary students. He said Maryknoll will become the national seminary for Catholic foreign missionaries. Also noted is the Church of the Blessed Sacrament lawn party at Magazine Beach on Saturday June 93 with parish divisions led by Mrs Richardson and Mrs Thomas.
Advertisement touts savings at Wolf's corner Hanover and Portland streets. Men’s straw hats priced at 2 for $1.50 and legal stamps offered with a money back guarantee if not saved.
All women who read the Post are cordially invited to contribute to the Sewing Circle. The notice calls for reader participation and communal craft activity hosted by the paper.
Burke leads the white district and Miss Mary Cooper the blue district as masses begin at 7 8 10 and 11 o clock in the Church of the Most Blessed Sacrament Houghs Neck. Rev Cornelius A Foley recently ordained starts duties tomorrow as assistant to Rev Mark E Madden.
Harvard College will end its academic year at noon after the final examinations. Next week marks the 276th Harvard commencement as a smaller number of students took finals due to many enlisting in military service this year.
Philip Foley aged 12 of 28 Cliff street Everett was rescued after falling into Swain's Pond Melrose while fishing from a rock. He was taken to Melrose Hospital for treatment and later returned home with his father Frank Foley after medical care.
A crowded gathering praised Hileen as a success after she spoke and read on current efforts. She appeared stylish in a lavender gingham frock with white linen collar cuffs belt and pockets and a coarse lace cape. The outfit featured a wide hip cut and narrow ankle with tight sleeves.
A devotional lyric in which Anson D. F. Randolph reflects on enduring life’s tempests while steadfastly seeking a distant heavenly haven. The speaker recalls past fears of calms and gales and trusts God to guide through trials toward the final rest. The poem emphasizes divine mercy and patient faith.
A reader asks about the original and current area of the United States, wind speed estimation methods, military benefits for dependents, enlistment age rules, and names of famous figures. The editor provides concise answers on land area figures, wind categories, wartime compensation, service eligibility, and biographical origins.
A set of socially proper guidelines covers handling chicken bones, cake eating with a fork, and polite RSVP practice. It advises not to bite large pieces, to offer bite sized portions, and to deliver a visiting card on the day of a reception so the hostess sees it during the event hours.
Edward I’s life reads like a romance from youth governance in Gascony to royal marriage, battlefield conquests, and a prolific crusade. He survived a poisoned arrow, battled in Italy, and crushed foes as he reformed feudal abuses and planted Parliament. He conquered Wales and led seven invasions of Scotland.
Fashion notes show satin gown belts in vogue and gray gloves favored. Covert cloth and pongees resurface for suits while faitile silks rise. Beaded handbags captivate Paris, waistcoat effects grow, and sports veils in silk crepe or chiffon trend. Lattice stitching adorns tailored suits with tan and navy serge gowns.
More than 500 Naval Reserves marched from Commonwealth pier to the Boston City Club last night. They were welcomed with a musical and literary programme and speeches of a patriotic nature by prominent Bostonians under club auspices.
Clergymen and officials address civil war and current conflict, noting youth in past wars, devotion to peace, and the need for morale and readiness. Rev Horton recalls entering at 18 and quotes Grant. Mayors and admirals urge duty, with readings and musical performances, as reserves march to the club.
Washington June 15 After another day of fruitless discussion of the bill giving the President power to order priority in railroad transport of troops war supplies and necessities administration leaders planned a final vote on the measure tomorrow if possible Opponents say they oppose the bill to block the pending food control legislation and will keep opposing it.
Greene V Y Russell 49, a letter carrier of 10 Avon Street Everett Massachusetts, was killed instantly at 7 55 PM on the Panacook road above West Concord when struck by a touring car driven by Ambrose B Smart proprietor of a local taxicab stand.
Dr. Lewis P. Felch and party including Carrie I. Felch Addie Gray and Dussell were in a car headed to the mountains when Russell stepped onto the road to light tail lamps. A passing car driven by Smart struck and skidded onto a railroad track, injuring Chief Green and another rider. Only the Felch vehicle sustained minor damage.
Tomorrow at 11 o'clock Dean E S Rousmaniere preaches at St Paul Cathedral. An afternoon 4 o'clock service features sailors from the USS Georgia with Chaplain Larne speaking. Evening hymns at 7 18 followed by 7 30 service led by Bishop Touret. Foregoing resignations and pastor moves noted for Malden Sunderland. Summer union services begin at Arlington Street Church with 11 o'clock sermons by Athbany and Cummings on successive Sundays.
Ernst B. Dene, Brookline Board of Selectmen member and Liberty Loan chair, reported last night Brookline subscribed $1,354,250 to the loan drive, well above the anticipated half million dollar share.
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