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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1920
Page
17
A reader writes on the kind of woman she wants and the path to a lasting marriage. A man describes his demands for a sensible, independent partner who loves children and shares finances. The piece ends with reflections on fate, meeting a spouse, and the value of quiet, devoted homes.
Practical household advice from Mrs. Albert H. Twitr Mrs. Emma Nye and Nettie Bissell covering bread sponge temp with a wax lamp and cornstarch bristle cleaning methods ammonia borax insect control alum water for insects lye to thaw drains and other useful hints with addresses in Provincetown Boston and Worcester.
Fadts and Fashions notes 644 blouses paired with lightweight twill skirts. Organdic neckwear in pastel shades appears very smart. Navy blue emerges as the top color for spring suits.
Miss Alice Stuart answers common questions on polite closings used among women friends and relatives such as Yours as always and With all best wishes. It also advises on card timing for receptions noting five to fourteen days in advance is proper while two days before is scarcely ceremonial.
An advertisement proclaims the freshness of imported Pompeian Olive Oil with a guaranteed standard. It asserts quality assurance and ongoing supply for shoppers seeking authentic premium olive oil.
In a Bradford cottage Miss Abbott who tends flowers awaits a visit from Judge Hinckley before leaving town. Their daily talks reveal mutual affection as he abandons bachelor pride to confess love. They laugh together over a burnt cornbread and plan an unexpected future.
The editor requests Miss Nan Edgerly whose recent column story appeared here to forward her updated address. The note specifies 3S Mellen Street Cambridge as her listed residence and asks for confirmation or correction.
Washington March 9 arguments in cases from Rhode Island and Massachusetts attacking the prohibition amendment were concluded today. A Kentucky case will be disposed of tomorrow before the matter is appealed to the nation’s highest tribunal for decision.
Counsel for those opposing the amendment argued it threatens state sovereignty and police power. Levy Mayer of Chicago warned the court that the proposal would uproot the Constitution, likening it to a York road split between amendment and the Constitution. The dispute centered on how the change would impact whiskey, tobacco, and cotton laws.
William D Porter born March 10 1809 in New Orleans rose from middy to naval officer. At 46 he was retired but returned to fight in the Civil War converting a ferryboat into the Essex. He battled Confederate ships near Vicksburg and earned a commodore’s rank before his death.
Boston audiences saw Puccini’s Il Tabar ro Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi performed by the Chicago Opera Association under Marinuzzi. Critics praised Schicchi as the standout, lauded Galeffi and Johnson, noted weaker points in Suor Angelica, and described Tabarro as a brisk shocker with strong casting.
A set of home recipes including Beef Loaf by Mrs Chester Vickery of Rock, Potato Doughnuts by Mrs Hattie Grover of Winthrop, Mock Maple Syrup by Mrs R E Farnum of Danbury, and Cranberry Jam by Miss W Wilson of Winchester. Recipes provide ingredients, mixing directions, and storage notes.
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