Dear Salem: Flirtation at 52 warned by a mother
A letter urges a wife to curb her husband's flirtation, warning of nervous breakdown and apoplexy. The writer attributes the vice to age, appeals for church attendance for daughters, and argues men with daughters are more discreet and financially prudent.
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Salem
Remedy for Sores Letter from Down Feast
A letter from Down Feast describes a simple salve using one tablespoon lard and two sulfur mixed to treat a child's facial sores. The writer claims rapid improvement after nightly application and warns children should not touch the sores to prevent spreading.
Prayer and friendship in a note from a mother
A mother encourages a young sister to keep praying aloud for her roommate. She suggests the room-mate needs the love of God, hopes prayers lead her to Christ, and imagines a possible future confession of relief and faith. The note ends with a blessing-like signature.
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Christ
Gratitude and encouragement for communal support and faith
A reader thanks kind sisters for helping furnish a home and lists of needed items. The writer urges Believer in Prayer to continue prayers despite a discourteous roommate and expresses respect for others' faith while promoting perseverance in living by one’s principles.
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Believer In Prayer
Unitarian Church
SANDERMA CREAM SOAP ADVANCED TO ALL PREVIOUS COMPOSITIONS
San derma Cream Soap praised for delicate medication and lasting fragrance suitable for complexion hair and hands. Sold at Riker Jaynes stores or by mail from Robinson Bros. Inc Malden Mass established 1852.
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J. G. Godding & Co
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Malden
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Not you make a change and avoid any unpleasantness
The letter suggests avoiding conflict by changing arrangements and gifting practical items. It recommends linen handkerchiefs embroidered with initials for a brother and a leather bound diary for the fiancé, framing practical gifts as thoughtful tokens.
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Winnie
Believer in Prayer Encourages Faith and Perseverance
A reader from 1/ years old a church member and Sunday school teacher writes about facing family ridicule for religious beliefs. The letter urges continued daily prayer, suggests quietly praying with a roommate, and promotes using the Sewing Circle and Boston Post to uplift each other in faith.
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Jesus
Boston Post
Follower OF
Christ
For That Flirting Husband Proclaims Respect for Wives
A reader writes that flirting husbands insult wives and harm the social standing of any woman. She denounces persistent flirting in public and suggests lasting shame for both husband and those who flirt with him, urging women to avoid such men.
Request for Poem and Author Identification
A reader asks for a poem containing lines about counting a day lost and a low descending sun with no noble action done. The caller signs as RACHEL and seeks the author of those lines. The item appears as a request rather than a published poem.
Gentleman’s Courtesy Invites Honor at Your Home
The speaker urges a natural response to an invitation, asserting that a true gentleman would appreciate the courtesy and kindness shown. It emphasizes how such politeness should make him feel honored by being invited to the home.
New England Recipes for Lamb and Pork Dishes
Edward Adams of North Baldwin Maine shares how to cut lamb and fry in lard with garlic rosemary and capers then finish with a vinegar sauce. Mrs Vesta Parson of Lynn Massachusetts offers pork stewed in its liquor thickened and baked into a crust pie served with mashed potato squash or cranberry sauce. Mrs Beroscor of Providence Rhode Island suggests a quick mince pie method using cupcake tins and light top crust for warming guests.
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Adam
Dyer
North Baldwin
Vesta OC. Parsons
Western Avenue
Lynn
Mass
Steamed Cocoa Pudding Recipe From Mrs Wheeler
Steamed cocoa pudding combines butter sugar eggs and milk then flour with cocoa and baking powder. Beat yolks fold in beaten whites pour into cups and steam for about eight to ten minutes serving with a sweet sauce. Mrs C A Wheeler 110 Walnut Street Nashua MN H
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C. A. Wheeler
Walnut Street
Nashua
Gift dilemmas for Navy brothers in Haverhill
A reader in Haverhill writes about choosing gifts for her brother in the navy. She recalls sending a photo in a locket last year, which he wears as a watch charm, and seeks ideas for upcoming birthdays and Christmas gifts.
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Winnie
Haverhill
Dear Miss Champagne Advice on accepting a diamond gift
A young woman asks if she should accept another diamond from her boyfriend who may not afford it. The columnist replies that shared finances tie her to his spending and urges frank talking about finances, suggesting the money be used to build a home rather than another ring. The letter emphasizes prudent marriage finances and mutual respect.
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Miss Champagne
Casey
Dear Miss Champagne Letter About Introducing a Stranger
A Boston woman seeks guidance on introducing a wealthy stranger to her modest circle. She fears rejection or misalignment of social worlds and wonders if inviting him to her home would be appropriate given their short acquaintance and differing lifestyles. The letter ends with a garbled phrase.
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Miss Champagne
Boston
Tom
Harry
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