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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1913
Page
2
A sale advertisement lists woven net ham mocks with valance, Piazza blinds in several widths and colors, green dyed bamboo Piazza blinds, bed sets in white embroidered Marie Antoinette lace, imported reed armchairs, reed tables, dining room chairs, and a Mission chair and rocker. Prices range from click to 14.00 for various items.
50c to 75c lace varieties in white and ecru 12 to 18 inches wide priced 25c. 1.00 to 1.50 oriental net floundings 27 to 45 inches wide in white. Also garbled text about cot og sketers and green color 26 Cc.
Catalog excerpt lists bargains on veils net collars and lace from 9c to 50c. Includes shadow and val lace allovers in white and ecru 18 inches wide venise lace and maline ruffs in multiple colors and satin ribbon ends.
Local ads list children's hosiery at 18 to 25 cents for cotton hose with fine ribbing and double heels, and silk lisle hose at 19 to 25 cents. Items feature varied ribbing, fashioned feet, and black color options.
Readable text shows waist prices from $1.00 to $3.50 with styles including Dutch neck Marquisette sheer lace embellished tub silk and high or low neck options. Some items include lace rims and emb. details.
Catalog page lists mohairs, serges, wool suiting, checks, and imported fabrics with prices. Also features men's shirts negligees and scarves, plus huckaback towels, Turkish bath towels, crash towel remnants, pure linen towels, and red star emmed diapers with assorted sizes and discounts.
Catalog listing describes white crinkle seer sucker, white pique, French linen suitings at 45 inches, and white longcloth with chamois finish. Prices noted per yard or piece, including 25c to 50c ranges and a 10 yard piece at 1.50.
In a humorous exchange, Molly jokes about her little sister catching measles while Jimmie confirms his own has hit. The banter highlights sibling rivalry and shared household woes in playful tone.
In a cheeky exchange, Molly-Well bets a sister against a rival's child, claiming higher measles exposure. The playful boast hints at a household contest over illness and bragging rights.
Ramona Borden 17, daughter of Gail Borden of New York, recounts fleeing a sanatorium with help from Mrs. White to be with her mother in Los Angeles. She criticizes her father for keeping her from her mother and says she will attend school eastward while renewing ties in the city.
A wealthy individual who sparked a national uproar by fleeing a New Jersey sanitarium gives the first account of why she ran away. The disclosure follows widespread public attention and ongoing legal or health proceedings surrounding the case.
F Sargent led the 18 hole Harvard individual golf qualifier with an 81 on the Woodland course. The top eight scores advance to match play to decide the Harvard golf champion this week.
In New York on May 13 striking barbers clashed with police across the retail district above and below Twenty third street. Mob rescues and arrests triggered crowd excitement while stones shattered barber shop windows on Fourteenth Street. Delegations visited Bronx shops claiming only boss barbers will work tomorrow as guards protect major hotels.
Street dust enters pores causing irritation and inflammation. Hood’s Lotion provides quick relief and is advertised at 50 cents.
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