Sewing Circle Advice From The Boston Post Woman’s Realm
The Sewing Circle section invites homemakers in New England to share problems and advice on home management, marriage, parenting, and household chores. Readers may use pen names and ask questions, replying with practical suggestions and personal experiences like a “queen of my realm” sharing happiness in family life.
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Poverty Drives Young Women Toward Destruction in Boston
A letter to the Dear Sewing Circle recounts a young woman from Prince Edward Island stranded in Boston. She cannot find work, faces eviction, and is locked out by a supposedly charitable landlady who sings hymns in her parlor. A waiter helps by loaning money to reach safety, amid reports of others harmed.
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Boston
Prince Edward Island
States
Missionary Society
Pimples Vanish After Using Resinol Soap and Ointment
Philadelphia, Oct 27, 1912. Albert Greenburg reports a three year face and neck outbreak of pimples cleared after using Resinol Soap and Ointment. He cites two jars restoring a smooth complexion and notes Resinol’s long standing use for itching and skin eruptions. Samples offered by Resinol Chemical Co. department 2 T Baltimore.
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Philadelphia
Albert Greenburg
Frankford Ave
Resinol
Dept. 2-T
Resinol Chemical Co
Baltimore
Morality and Society Debate Through Letters from Boston
A letter writer argues that strict morals apply more to working women than to society ladies. A waitress recounts life in a wealthy Boston home mocking immorality, while another contributor extols family loyalty and charity begun at home. The exchange highlights class and behavior tensions in urban society.
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Boston
Family Letters Reveal Selfless College Parents Plans
A mother reflects on neglect and pity for aging parents and children, praising her two college children who promise to support them with a seaside cottage and seasonal visits. She notes their unselfish plans will keep their own family burdens in their new separate realm.
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Willard
Mothers pensions debated as aid to indigent families
A letter argues the state pension for mothers should target widows with dependent children. It claims supporting each child costs about ten dollars monthly and questions benefits for grown children or dissipated husbands. The writer cites clergy and sociologists urging moral marriage standards and race uplift through selective support.
Dear Sewing Circle on Domestic Service and Social Status
Readers debate whether women should pursue office work or domestic service for social advancement. A Brookline employer notes a housekeeper saved over $1000, preferring skilled cooking over nursing. An observer cites successful marriages tied to housekeeping skill and financial security in families with income.
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Back Bay
Letters to the Sewing Circle Featured in Sunday Post
The Sunday Post publishes a selection of the Sewing Circle's most engaging letters. Readers find opinions, tips, and anecdotes on sewing crafts in these popular installments.
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Sunday Post
Union Church Engages Two Female Soloists
Mrs Frances Dunton Brown, formerly of Old South Church, is engaged as soloist at Union Congregational Church under Rev Allen A Stockdale to fill the vacancy left by Olive Whiteley Hilton who moves to Porter Church Brockton. Changes also include Miss Gertrude H Dayton of Dorchester as alto soloist replacing Grace Burnap with both appointments effective April 1.
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Frances Dunton Brown
Old South Church
Union Congregational Church
Allen A. Stockdale
Brown
Olive Whiteley Hilton
Porter Church
Brockton
Lester E. Bates
Gertrude H. Dayton
Dorchester
Grace Burnap
Marceau
Chickering
Plans Island for Charles Basin Recreation Island Idea
Mayor Fitzgerald announced plans to meet Governor Foss Mayor Barry of Cambridge and the Metropolitan Park Commission to discuss developing the Charles River Basin. He envisions a recreation island in the basin center to provide a resting cool breeze spot and boost popularity.
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Fitzgerald
Foss
Barry
Cambridge
Metropolitan Park Commission
Charles River
Dainty Country Melodies By T A Daly Verse
A 1913 verse by T A Daly describes walking through a gray country as a bird and a violet speak of their seasons. The lines suggest simple beings sing and grow because it is their time. The poem carries a reflective, seasonal mood without explicit events.
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T. A. Daly
Underwood Delves Into Tariff Revision Details
Chairman Underwood and Representative Hull with Massachusetts voters worked through the day on the Democratic tariff revision bill. They focused on customs machinery and the income tax features as a conference continued that evening.
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Washington
Underwood
House
Ways and Means Committee
Hull
Tennessee
Massachusetts
Custom House
Woman Dead by Gas Found at Rutland Street
Mrs Esther Tolhier, 68, was found dead in her room at 61 Rutland Street early yesterday morning with a gas burner left on. Police are investigating the accidental death as a possible gas leak claim.
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Esther Tolhier
Rutland Street
Love and Sentiment Advice from Cupid's Victim
A flirtatious letter from an 18 year old blonde with blue eyes asks Mildred Champagne how to reveal love to a bashful, wealthy suitor who calls four times weekly. The columnist notes beauty fades without brains and tact and urges the girl to show sympathy and judgment to charm the man.
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Miss Champagne
Cupid
New Fashion Notes on Linen Velvet Lingerie and Hats
Linen and velvet are highlighted as new start ling fashion blends for summer wear. French and German Valenciennes lace and embroidery appear on lingerie and gloves. New gowns feature white satin undersleeves with lace edged hand embroidered details. very short skirt draperies demand fine stockings and shoes. Ostrich trims dominate small hats perched upright at bold angles. A Napoleonic coat with turned back flaps and waistline ending designs also appears.
Recipes from New England Housewives Page
Sunday Post presents a collection of kitchen tips and recipes. Halibut salad with lemon juice, followed by a potato dressing and a light meringue like cake from Mrs. Mary B. Whitaker of Chelsea and Mrs. M. A. Nealley of Hopedale. A maple substitute is offered by Mrs. E. H. Corey of Newton Highlands as a long lasting syrup alternative using brown sugar vanilla and cheesecloth strain.
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New England
E. H. Corey
Floral Street
Newton Highlands
Vintage Cake Recipe Note Signals Simple Batter Mix
A brief baking guide lists ingredients and steps for a rich batter. It calls for 2 cups flour, 1 to 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 cup butter creamed with 1 12 cups sugar, yolks from 7 eggs, a saltspoon of nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon brandy to finish.
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