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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1913
Page
7
The Sewing Circle column in the Boston Post invites homemakers to discuss home life, wages, and moral issues. Readers rebut Chicago wage studies, share personal stories of hunger among Boston workers, and argue poverty does not fully explain wrecked lives among young women.
An anonymous reader argues for shared earnings in marriage. She notes her husband earns about $80 weekly and spends roughly $70 yearly on clothing, $7 on shoes, and $3 on head wear. He gives her the rest, keeps one week for carfares and lunches.
Reading excerpts from Heeza Book 1815 Fiess Publishing Co discusses women’s finances and wear, then a Sewing Circle column shares letters about marriage promises, aging gracefully, and family help with home and garden chores. The tone reflects old newspaper community chatter and personal anecdotes.
A reader laments social pressure that mocks women who refuse domestic service to pursue marriage and education. She recalls mortgaging her home for schooling, a low salary, and limited progress, while another writer explains how domestic work isolates women from social circles and questions the value of a life in service.
Charles A. Mahoney of Lawrence has been appointed to a cadetship at West Point by Congressman Michael J. Phelan. A Boston College sophomore and star track man, Mahoney plans to take the entrance exam on April 29 along with William J. Cahill Jr. and Justin McCarthy who are named alternates.
The discussion centers on Mrs Grace MacGowan Cookes question about whether married people grow weary of each other if they share every interest. It asks if happiness in marriage is affected when spouses always accompany each other and never keep secrets.
A reader explains that couples should maintain separate interests to prevent monotony and quarrels. Another letter from a young wife shares how daily outings with her husband and trusted babysitting let them keep love strong and avoid complaints.
A reader chronicles a recent column letter signed An Old Lady that urged old people not to hinder, expressing tears yet arguing the claim is overstated. The writer notes aging parents around eighty and signs off with a personal stance on usefulness and dignity.
James Allendorf, longtime Charlestown navy yard labor board recorder and Civil War veteran who lost his right hand at Gettysburg, died at 59 Monument Avenue. Born February 14, 1845 in Roxbury, he served at the yard since 1865 and was an original member of Major George L. Stearns G A R Post. He is survived by a widow.
A low cost home remedy darkens gray hair and aids scalp disorders. Dissolve Barbo Compound in water then add bay rum and glycerine. Apply weekly until darkened, then biweekly to maintain color and scalp health. Also usable to darken the beard and is presented as superior and cheaper than store products.
Mrs. Joan H. Storer hosted a reception on Beacon Street to benefit the Angel Memorial Animals Hospital. Rev. Dr. Rowley, head of two humane organizations, presented the cause and goals, with Harvard President A. Lawrence Lowell endorsing the hospital as a significant New England institution.
Readers herald Elmer and Amend’s 2851 as a relief remedy. Reliable druggists carry it, and grateful users praise its effectiveness in this advertisement style notice.
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