Miss O Reilly Denies Resignation From Board
Miss Mary Boyle O Reilly daughter of John Boyle O Reilly denied to the Post last night that she intended to resign from the Board of Children's Institutions Trustees because of friction. She said there was no trouble at the board meeting last Wednesday and the only reason for the rumor was her evening departure without explanation. Mayor Fitzgerald said there is no truth to the resignation claim and that Miss O Reilly may remain on the board without interference from him.
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Sewing Circle in Boston Post Helps Home Makers
The Sewing Circle column invites New England homemakers to discuss home and household topics. Readers may send questions or advice on family management, health tips, baby care, gardening, and domestic economy using a noms de plume. Letters should be single‑sided and addressed to the editor.
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New England
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Help for a 15 year old's courting dilemma in old letter
A reader asks sisters for advice on a rebellious 15 year old daughter in love with a 16 year old boy. The parent fears elopement and seeks guidance on disciplinary steps and possible schooling until she is of age. The letter signs as HILDA and requests shared experiences.
Dear Sisters I Question Marrying Into Ignorant Family
A woman seeks sisterly guidance about marrying a man whose family she finds ignorant. She has spent years debating whether the acceptable flaw should block the match. With no mother to ask, she pleads for practical brotherly advice.
Wedding Etiquette Questions from Claribel for a Double Ceremony
A reader requests guidance on proper etiquette for a double wedding in a church rectory with about 50 guests. Questions cover introductions, bride assistance, duties of brides and grooms, the use of a bride’s table, seating of honored guests, and additional customary practices.
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Claribel
Muriel urged to improve home duties to soothe marriage
One who knows advises Muriel to discharge the maid, rise early, prepare breakfast, tidy the home, and dine with her husband to restore harmony and avoid trouble. Suggests naps if needed and claims these changes will make married life smoother.
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Muriel
Dear Sisters Advice on Widowers and Sage Tea
A reader counsels women to marry for love regardless of a man's widowhood or hair color. Rely on personal judgment and avoid outside influence. The writer also recommends Peggie C. try sage tea, noting success with gray hair.
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Peggie C
Brass Craft in Fashion Decline and New Trends Rise
The note asks whether the popular Brass Craft is out of fashion and what has replaced it, addressed to the Sisters of the Circle. The exchange signals a discussion of evolving tastes in material goods and social preferences within the group.
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Sisters of the Circle
Camelia
Addie Advises On Olive Oil Dosing And Lemon Juice Use
AGAWAM reader asks if olive oil should be taken three times daily and whether it is safe with lemon juice. The inquiry reflects concern about ongoing rapid weight loss over several months and seeks practical guidance.
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Addie
Agawam
Dinner for Departing Siegel Store Manager
Samuel E. Lowy, leaving as manager of four Siegel store departments, was honored at a farewell banquet hosted by former associates at the Hotel Lenox. The Progressive Five club organized the event with speeches by Joseph Siegel and Jerry Adams praising his leadership, and musical entertainment by Madame Antoinette Cantareuil. Miss Anna Golding chaired the arrangements.
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Station Employees Elect Officers in Bangor Meeting
The Railroad Station Employees Association in Bangor elected P. J. Coyle as president and A. E. Barnes D. F. Roonan John Mulcahy Frank Hughes and others to senior posts. Contested board of directors vote noted as part of the session.
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Waterville
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Grand Sentinel
Brownie Club Elects Officers at St James Hall
The second annual Brownie Club meeting for the New York and Boston Despatch was held yesterday afternoon at St James Hall. Officers elected for the coming year are President Charles O Connell Treasurer James Sweeney and financial secretary James Collings. The club will hold its second annual bail on May 29.
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Blue Ribbon Prize Dog Passengers on the Ivernia
Percy Cooper of 22 Warren street Lynn met his wife and their 9 month old son John who had sailed on the Ivernia. The child died en route to America and was buried at sea. Mrs Hart presented a blue ribbon Yorkshire dog fresh from Crystal Palace show. On board were 50 first class 377 second class and 1155 steerage passengers with Boston notables aboard.
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Fusiliers in Review Before Large Crowd
The Boston Fusiliers Veterans Association celebrated its 124th anniversary with a parade through Boston led by the Salem Cadet Band. Governor Foss, Mayor Fitzgerald, and ex-Governor Curtis Guild witnessed the review at the State House, with a banquet at the Revere House. Curtis Guild received a gold corps medal from Major Daly as Mrs Guild received the corps colors and American Beauty roses.
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John P. Murray
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Pierce J. Grace
Charles D. Chapin
R. C. Kilduff
J. J. Johnson
William A. Phinney
W. A. Moore
Walter Brock
Women Help Fight Wendell Fire Threatening Erving Heroic Effort
Six hundred residents, led by both men and women, battled a Wendell blaze that destroyed several homes and barns and threatened Erving four miles away. Mrs. Bertha N. Torrey's residence, valued at $6000, was among the losses, while women formed bucket lines and carried food as men fought with shovels and water. The outcome hinged on rain, with the village seen as saved only by a heavy downpour.
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Bertha N. Torrey
New York
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William H. Roberts
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Village awash in losses as Simons assets vanish
Simons faced a $2500 loss as household goods were removed from every house in the village during the crisis. The widespread action underscored the severity of the situation and its impact on local families.
Priepke of Red Sox dies in Utica New York
Utica New York May. Herman Red Priepke of Laporte Indiana, second baseman for the Boston Americans, died in Utica after accompanying the team on a transcontinental trip. He contracted a severe cold in Oakland that never left.
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Red) Priepke
Laporte
Indi
Boston Americans
Priepke
Boston
Oakland
Lirn
Nikisch to Conduct London Symphony Orchestra in U S
Berlin May 11 Arthur Nikisch director of the Royal Opera at Budapest has agreed to conduct the London Symphony Orchestra at 90 concerts to be given in the United States during the spring of 1912
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Arthur Nikisch
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Budapest
Hungary
London Symphony Orchestra
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