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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1909
Page
5
David Ellis as chairman of the school committee rebutted Rev. Winship’s criticism of Boston schools speaking to the Twenty Century Club. He argued Mechanic Arts High should not divert toward higher institutions. schools must serve the majority.
Artisans declare honesty in shoe building. A well made shoe is described as the noblest work, combining sturdy construction with style. The piece argues that honest manufacture ensures durability and proper fit, presenting a testimonial on quality over flash.
Tolstoi presents a farewell message urging the world to seek happiness through the spirit and love rather than bodily desires. He argues life misrules come from choices, not institutions, and calls for living by love toward all, even thieves and drunks, to test if love brings happiness and peace.
A historical report notes that soap is often produced using low quality animal fats. It discusses potential concerns over purity and quality in widely used domestic soaps.
An eminent New York physician prescribes half a pound of chocolate daily to young women to trigger thirst and encourage drinking water. He notes many women neglect water, linking hydration to clearer skin. The piece argues water does not fatten, but starches and grains do, advising reduced bread potatoes and cereals to slim down.
A Sunday page presents multiple home recipes listing steps for potato bake with cinnamon sugar and butter, custards with egg whites, lemon rind, and milk, a corn starch custard pudding with apples, and a baked custard dessert with nutmeg and cream. Recipes credited to Mrs H B Crosby Mrs Be Adams Anna Folger and Mrs M R West with street addresses in East Boston New Bedford and Ware.
A 22 year old young woman writes about strict parenting and romance inviting social outings with admirers, arguing parents should allow appropriate company and guidance not a jail like rule. The columnist counsels balanced home training and letting youth enjoy life.
A reader asks if it is justified to propose marriage on a $15 weekly income. The response notes blending finances is possible but requires careful planning and consideration of the partner’s habits and future stability.
A letter-writer argues that a family of six could not live on $12 to $15 weekly nowadays. She notes costs have risen since earlier decades and stresses the influence of the housewife and budgeting in domestic economy over high pay.
In Montreal on Oct 31 officials outline a naval programme to Parliament. Halifax and Esquimault are favored as the main Atlantic and Pacific bases, with shipyards and dry docks at Levis opposite Quebec and a major supply depot for land and sea forces. Three forts on the south shore hills will guard the range.
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