Letters From The Sewing Circle On Family Roles And Morals
A long reader exchange in The Bester Post discusses marriage finances and recreation, stepfamily dynamics, and cigarette use. Advice from multiple contributors covers budgeting, trust, and respect within homes, urging sensible communication and responsible behavior.
Sewing Circle Letters Highlighted in Sunday Post
Some of the most interesting letters to the Sewing Circle appear in the Sunday Post, showcasing reader opinions, tips, and community projects. The page reflects local interest in crafts, craft fairs, and DIY sharing among neighbors.
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Over the Wire Dorothy A New Suit At Tea
A scene at a tea hour features Marjorie wearing an exquisite dark green velvet suit with mink trim. The coat is long and semi fitting with military frogs and fur collar. A matching pill box turban with fur and emerald rhinestone accents completes the ensemble. She plans to phone at 7:30 and promises to share what she wants.
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Marjorie
Household Hints on Opening Stoppers and Covers
A reader describes using narrow sandpaper strips to remove a bottle stopper without a corkscrew. She extends the method to unscrewing a fruit jar cover and opening a hot water bottle where the top had slipped past the beading. The note is signed by Sarah M Currier of East Lynn.
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Baby’s Bank
Birdie
Battersea No. 8
Edna
Sarah M. Currier
Fayette Street
East Lynn
Nancy
Keep the Faith Amid Twilight and Hopeful Sunlight
Poem recalling enduring faith through night and struggle. It urges brothers and friends to keep faith as sun returns and life’s golden days spill over valleys and hills. God smiles behind the haze as people sing to meet fate and life with steadfast belief.
Recipes of New England Housewives Featured in Sunday Post
Readers are invited to a full page of recipes including a cucumber tomato salad with vinegar and lemon, a bean stock mash, orange cream dessert with eggs and cream, and a chilled orange juice custard. The methods cover soaking beans, mashing and cooking stock, and finishing with lemon slices.
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New England
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Fads and Fashions Parade Paris Styles 1880s Influence
The era favors tall beaver hats and novelty pockets on coats and skirts. Long redingotes remain chic, new bright plaid umbrellas appear, fur sash bows show up in Paris creations. Soft pile fabrics appear in children and mothers coats, seaskin trims are popular, tulle dress piping in satin, waistline emphasis via drapery and ribbons, a satin sailor hat with a white wing on the left.
Nancy's Neighbor Amorous Doorstep Exchange
Nancy from Linden forms a cautious affection for her quiet neighbor. She delivers baked goods and jelly, receives gratitude and chocolates, and they exchange gifts until he confesses he wants more than neighborly affection. She accepts his plea and they grow closer.
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Mansy
Nancy
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