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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1911
Page
11
An advertisement extols the J. B. L. Cascade as a natural internal bath for relief from constipation and biliousness. It claims to rid the system of poisonous matter more thoroughly than drugs, aids regularity, and is explained at Riker Jaynes Drug Stores across New England with no obligation.
A poem recalls William Wax who, despite severe injuries from freezing, a sawmill accident, a fall, and a gun blast, maintains cheer. He greets misfortune with a smile and sings, turning sorrow into resilience as he endures multiple tragedies.
United States Secret Service agent Jim Carter tracks Spaniard Jose Ramos aboard the Honer Oceania as it sails four hours late with a single day to make up. Ramos, alias Sylvias Cordes, has eluded detection at the New York and Washington offices while smuggling gems ashore through the Atlantic crossings.
A Deep-Seated cough tale blends with a smuggling caper as Carter, a secret service man, discovers five homing pigeons bearing wax pellets containing rubies. Ramos plots a land escape while Carter and Baring trap the conspirators aboard delays and seize the birds on docking.
A reader asks about choosing between two equally matched prospective partners. The reply advises marrying the one felt toward most in her presence, noting many wives would envy such steady husbandly feeling. It suggests confessing feelings when apart to aid future fidelity and closeness.
Two tested recipes shared by Mrs L M Smith of 139 Robbins Street Waltham and Miss Ida O Beauregard of Whittier Road Haverhill. The sugar cookie recipe uses one and a half cups sugar one cup butter one cup chopped raisins two eggs and spices. The parsnip croquettes require six large parsnips two eggs flour salt and pepper eggs and cracker crumbs for coating and frying until golden brown.
Miss Muriel Jerrold Kelley, second daughter of Commander J. D. Jerrold Kelley, U. S. N., retired, of New York, married Samuel Stansbury Brady of Baltimore at Trinity Church York Harbor. The ceremony was conducted by Very Rev. Frank I. Vernon. The bride’s sister Nathalie Jerrold Kelley was maid of honor and Arunah Shepardson Brady of Baltimore served as best man. After a wedding breakfast, the couple will honeymoon in Europe before returning in spring.
Paragraphs describe Chantilly lace in black and white for silk gowns with ruffles, high crowned hats trimmed with ribbons and quillings, beaver and soft felt hats, flat filigree purses worn as necklaces, plain batiste blouses, and reversible two tone top coats from Paris in blue gray black red purple.
The Sewing Circle department invites New England home makers to discuss household, family, and domestic topics. Contributors may use pen names and ask questions. letters should be written on one side and sent to the Sewing Circle Editor at the Boston Post.
A wife describes years of separation, caregiving, and a loyal facade while fearing her husband’s affair with his secretary. She asks the Sisters of the Sewing Circle for discreet counsel to handle the rival who remains in the home and in the family life without shaming anyone. She laments the public embarrassment and hopes for a quiet resolution.
A letter from A Countess advises Mrs. Sarah to show patience with her stepchild. She argues fear breeds disobedience, urges identifying true mischief vs illness, and recommends gentle correction and love to foster better behavior.
A reader signs as PANSY requesting sisterly advice for persistent rushes of blood to the head and face, noting years of attempts to find relief and seeking guidance.
A reader asks if Massachusetts bans cousin marriages and requests opinions on the issue. The letter seeks guidance on whether such unions are prohibited by law and the writer’s stance on the matter.
A sister asks for a cure for a drink habit and says she cannot bear it any longer. The note requests guidance on recovery options and support.
A young married woman seeks sisterly advice after finding a letter from an old girl friend in her husband’s pocket. She asks how to act since she has no nearby relatives and waits eagerly for a reply from TROUBLED BRIDE.
The writer asks readers of the Post columns for help locating a book of humorous recitations and wonders if any sisters can share sources or guidance on obtaining such a volume. The inquiry ends with a request for further information.
A drugstore ad touts D. D. D Prescription for eczema psoriasis and skin troubles. It claims instant relief within two seconds with a 25 cent trial bottle and a no-payment offer if not satisfied, backed by D. D. D. laboratories.
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