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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1920
Page
18
A pastoral scene recalls blue distant hills and brown near slopes as herd bells ring at dawn inviting a traveler into the sheepfold. The verse frames a quiet countryside moment with avowed reverence for nature and livestock.
A Sew ing Circle column argues against close comrade like friendships between married men and unmarried women. It warns such ties risk heartache and social shame, while urging mature married women to avoid pursuing younger men and inviting readers to consider propriety.
A young waitress recalls a late night cafe friendship with a married man who sent money after she faced hardship. She insists genuine friendship can be sexless and expresses admiration for his tender letters and help without seeking further contact. The letter contrasts male secrecy with women spies and argues men would struggle to keep secrets from a beautiful woman.
Kraft Cheese is blended, sterilized, packed and sealed in parchment-lined tins by machinery so no hand touches it until opened. Sterilizing improves flavor and the cheese keeps in any climate without ice. Eight varieties are offered: Cheddar, Pimento, Chile, Rarebit, Swiss, Roquefort, Camembert and Limburger.
An organdic frock in ecru features silk embroidery and straw roses. The era favors a short-sleeved, narrow-skirted black satin dress with a low waist. A blue and white foulard afternoon dress shimmers under dark Georgette. A pink and white candy-striped woolen skirt uses a white pink-worst ed belt. Blouses show uneven hems, longer on sides or front.
Anne receives a dramatic fan letter from Gregory Phillips praised as rare American womanhood. She falls for a glamorous fantasy, ignoring Jim’s steady devotion. A New York trip reveals a shabby romance, ending with disappointment and plans for a quieter life on Pleasant Street with Jim.
From Sunday Post recipes, mutton pie with tomatoes layers roast meat with crumbs and breading then baked. veal loaf combines raw beef scraps eggs and bread crumbs baked until done. Also included are Birds’ Nests with separated eggs, Escalloped cheese bread pudding style, Salmon and Peas plated with white sauce, and Lyonnaise Potatoes with onion and parsley garnish prepared in a buttered pan.
Birthday notes celebrate Dante Gabriel Rossetti born May 12 1828 in London. The painter turned poet lived in Chelsea with friends Coleridge Keats Morris Burne Jones Wilde and Ruskin influencing the late Romantic movement. His wife died early after which he hid his manuscripts. He died in 1882.
A 1920 McClure Syndicate piece examines dream interpretation once held as significant. It notes contemporary skepticism and explains the series aims to explore historic meanings rather than current beliefs.
Mystic lore links dreaming of playing chess to possible quarrels with an acquaintance. A win signals excellent luck and overcoming rivals, while capturing pieces foresees comparable business or personal gains. Some say chess dreams warn of vexations in business unless moves are calculated. Politicians may fear losing a chessboard as followers abandon them.
A social usages authority advises that a young bride announces her new home by inviting friends on two or three reception days after settling in. She accepts visitors after they call first and does not initiate calls on others.
A suburban host shows handmade Japanese style screens with tassels and discusses domestic craft. The piece then shifts to dated social advice, arguing men mature later than women and that economic roles shape opinions on early marriage for sons and daughters.
A 19 year old asks Dear Miss Champagne if any state allows marriage without parental consent. She notes a year of companionship with a well placed young man and asks for advice. The advisor responds disapprovingly and cautions against marrying now given parental opposition.
Household hints advise selecting beef with fine grain and bright red color with white fat. Pork should be young with lean that pinches and white soft fat. Salt meat to cold water and simmer. Tenderize tough steak with cornmeal and bake. Preserve eggs in wheat bran. Bake biscuits quickly in hot pans. Miss Grace M. Carr, 50 Coral Street, Fall River.
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