Obedience in marriage over low neck gowns debated
A woman asks if a future husband may demand she vow never to wear a low neck gown. A reader sternly argues obedience to husbands in all things, praising a man who insists on being master and urging acceptance of such limits as a mark of true love and security. A sister offers softer counsel, suggesting compromise and private attire, emphasizing trust and shared values.
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Casey Nook
Gebbie
Philadelphia
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Paris
the Grand
Mme. Gebble
Paria
America
Quarrel Over Female Perception and A Fortunate Tale
A reader recounts reactions to women being unseen and then praises the value of a devoted husband. The tale of Mrs Gebbie and Paris society shows a witty insistence on modest dress. Sunshine invites readers to share thoughts on independence and superstitions about marriage fortunes.
Gentleman's Day to Feature Male Letters at Sewing Circle
The Sewing Circle plans its first Gentleman's Day on Sunday with letters from men sharing their strong opinions on topics recently discussed in this column.
Star Singers Enamor Box Party Audience
At a box party last night the star sang directly to Jack, who blushed deeply from enthusiastic applause. She wore a pale yellow taffeta dress with pink rose bud loops and a lace petticoat frill. The bodice featured a puckered front and rhinestone buckles.
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Jack
Uns h ine Benz town Bard Poem Fragments 1917
A fragmented poetic item titled Uns h ine Benz town Bard repeats copyright notes 1917 by Genthorn Press. The verse extols love friendship and noble effort as clouds part after toil, envisioning a harvest of gentle deeds and shared good.
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Benztown Bard
Genthorn Press
Sailors Court Martial After Tremont Row Incident
Harry Meisenbach and Adam Mahone of the U S 8 Kearsarge Thomas Flannagan and Nicholas Carter of the Nebraska and Charles Duferger and Arvil Good of the Georgia were yesterday sent to the navy yard in charge of a master at arms to be court martialed for assaulting Officer Herlihy during an attempted rescue at Tremont row.
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Adam Mahone
U. S
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Thomas Flannagan
Nicholas Carter
Nebraska
Charles Duferger
Arvil Good
Georgia
Herlihy
Tremont Row
Navy Yard
Household Hints for Quieting Furnishings and Doors
Mrs Nettie A White of Wentworth New Hampshire offers household tips for reducing noise in beds bureaus and sewing machines by using machine oil or kerosene oil noting kerosene evaporates quickly and is less effective than heavy oil including hinges that creak.
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Nettie A. White
Wentworth
N. H
Fashions in Dressmaking Trendy in Summer Styles
The piece notes summer fashion shifts with Bolero coats, slip-on dresses for children, braided blouses to match suits, and short fur for summer wear. Silk tricotine emerges as a rival to silk jersey, millinery flat ornaments decline, and smock chemises remain popular. Wooden beads appear in embroidery on dresses and hats.
Velvet Ribbon Dress Description from Historic Garment
The fragment describes a garment held up by an old blue velvet ribbon crossing the back and circling the waist, tying in a bow at the front with long trailing ends, located at the center of the front. It evokes vintage clothing details and fabric styling.
Recipes From New England Housewives Featured Sunday Post
Old home recipe notes show a Sunday Post page offering varied New England dishes. Squash Biscuit uses squash, sugar, shortening, a yeast cake, soda and salt. Johnny Cake blends egg, flour, corn meal, sour milk, sugar, butter and spices for a rich batter. Filled Cookies combine sugar, egg, shortening or sour cream, milk, flour, raisins and vanilla with a raisin filling.
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New England
Sunday Post
Mildred Champagne Advice on Love and Education
A reader age 17 seeks advice on marrying a wealthy fiancé while delaying college. The columnist suggests a two year college plan as a compromise to please parents and ease the wait, arguing genuine love will endure the delay and a partial education helps both sides.
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Miss Champagne
Cellege
Poems For Your Scrap Book Cheering Someone On
A reflective verse urging perseverance and cheer to support others through hard times. It celebrates steadiness, youth, and communal kindness, warning that lasting value lies in lifting others rather than chasing triumphs or wealth. The poem exhorts continued encouragement despite setbacks and sorrow.
Letters to the Editor Ask about war, language, and naturalization
A Vermont letter replies on wartime diplomacy with Germany and Austria. It notes Japan’s declarations of war in 1914 and asks about symbols Brin go Bragh and Faughaballagh. Q&A covers Irish phrases and marriage legality tied to age and misstatements. German-born readers learn five years in the U S before second citizenship papers at the county court.
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United States
Dia
Vermont
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