Love Letter Contest Offers Three Gold Eagle Prizes
The Post invites readers to submit love letters up to 200 words for a chance at three prizes: a Double Gold Eagle worth 20 dollars, a Single Gold Eagle worth 10 dollars, and 5 dollars in Gold. Mail original or copied letters signed with real name and address to Love Letter Editor, The Post, Boston.
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Love Letter
the Post
Boston
George A. Hibbard
Mildred Champagne
Post
Who Should Punish the Children Dear Sewing Circle
A series of letters arguing against whipping children. AFFECTIONATE MOTHER urges punishment by guidance and affection, suggesting non corporal methods and parental unity. Another writer urges humane, calm correction and mutual parental responsibility to shape good behavior. PEGGY signs off on shared duties and reasonable discipline.
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Sewing Circle
Santa Claus
Dad
Sisters of the Sewing Circle
Peggy
No More Rough Red Chapped Hands Lamay Creme Ad
An old time advertisement touts Lamay Creme L Aime as a remedy for rough red chapped hands and wrinkles. It claims quick improvement, suitability for complexion and enlarged pores, and notes Lamay Face Powder as a pure, long lasting product. The copy promises low cost from major stores and urges saving the notice.
Distorted Wit From Josh Billings on Character and Experience
A humorous riffs on slander, character versus reputation, and human folly. It notes how anxiety endangers self control, silence can be safe, jealousy and luck shape fame, and people misjudge happiness. The piece playfully critiques wisdom and practical apply.
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Alwas
Fashion description of a three piece suit with cape and duvetyn cloak
A detailed 1920s style wardrobe item describes a three piece suit in sand and olive green with a cape instead of a coat. The frock and blouse feature green button trims, a sand colored lining, and a square bib skirt attached to the blouse, with a green sash at the waist.
Etiquette Rules For Dress Codes And Store Security
A heresay style note urges compliance with dress codes and shop rules. It explains that hats suit certain coats and that checking bags at entrances prevents theft, arguing rules protect everyone and reduce suspicion. It cautions polite submission if inconvenienced.
Tomato Jelly Sandwiches
A recipe to make tomato jelly using tomatoes onions bay leaf cloves cinnamon and gelatine. After cooking straining and dissolving gelatine the liquor is set into a mould chilled for 24 hours then sliced between buttered white and graham bread for sandwiches. Recipe credits Nellie Ef Zackular Everett.
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Nellie EF. Zackular
Baker Road
Everett
Love Letter To Arthur From A Far Country Brings Confession
In a handwritten note selected by Mrs Ethel Baldwin of South Hanson a woman expresses deep love for Arthur, written from a distance while he fights in France. She recalls past promises, asks for forgiveness, and asks for another chance as their lives feel lonely without each other. The letter hints at a wartime separation and hopeful reconciliation.
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Rathor
Ethel Baldwin
Indian Head Street
South Hanson
Arthur
Grack Exits With Farewell to Brave Commander
Fragmentary line from an era piece ends with farewell to a leader, naming Grack and a bygone valor scene. The brief text hints at departure or tribute, with a formal tone and archaic phrasing. No concrete date or place is provided.
Dearest Beloved Soldier Boy Letter from Eleanor
A wartime love letter from Eleanor to her husband abroad describes their infant son Billy, longing for his return and the hope that democracy's cause will prevail. She recalls his bravery, the moment of parting, and the planned reunion when the soldiers come home victorious.
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Billy
Democracy
Sons of Democracy
From the Phonograph To the Love Letter Editor
A reader sends a whimsical Love Letter submission built entirely from song titles and lines linked to romance. The note lists phrases such as My Own Make, I Love You Truly, Is There Still Room for Me, and Good-by, sweetheart, attributed to Mrs F B Roy of Ocean Park Maine, with a signature reference to Whistling Rufus.
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F. B. Roy
Ocean Park
Kentucky
Aliens Ousted from Army Must Register
Washington March 11 Enemy aliens discharged from the army under the weeding out process must register within 10 days of discharge and state the district of anticipated residence. The officer collecting the data must forward it to the U.S. marshal of the district.
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Washington
Army
Department of Justice
War Department
United States
Lifebuoy health soap promises antiseptic skin cleansing
The advertisement extols Lifebuoy soap as a health soap that cleanses pores with a creamy lather and carries antiseptic into the skin. It claims to purify, protect, and improve skin by removing acids, oils, and impurities, leaving the skin fragrant and glowing. A cake of Lifebuoy is urged for face hands and bath.
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Josh Billings
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Formosa Oolong
Orloff
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The
Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Edward A. Horton
Dorothy
Artillery
Alicia Hoyt
New England
Washington St
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France
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Rose Neyman
Hale Street
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