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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1912
Page
14
The writer argues that marriage vows bind a bride to one husband without lingering old sweethearts. Keeping friendships with childhood sweethearts is seen as treason to the marriage and improper. The piece frames fidelity as essential, urging brides to sever past romantic ties except where they also align with the husband’s circle.
A reader from Somerville argues that wives should receive a defined allowance and focus on homemaking rather than shopping or theater outings. She condemns wives who demand money and spend on shoddy finery, urging women to deepen home care as husbands labor to provide.
A letter portrays a brother whose wife dominates finances and social life, pushing him to long hours and reduced comforts. He loses leisure, expensive habits fade, while she staffs a cook and housemaid and enjoys clubs and theater. The piece critiques gender dynamics in marriage.
The piece notes a woman famed for style who claims to avoid children and a man who sees her as burdened with responsibilities. It argues that, on average, husbands gain less from their income than wives, even without an allowance.
A reader from Charlestown laments a courtship based on instant attraction. She married after two weeks, found her husband self centered and tied to his mother, neglecting family duties. She imagines a life with a partner learned through time, not rapid infatuation.
The item describes a wife seeking to maintain her old friendship after marriage, reflecting social expectations and domestic guidance typical of the era. The piece centers on preserving ties among women through shared craft and social rituals.
A young wife recounts how she and her husband set boundaries on past kissing after marriage. She explains resisting social kissing with friends and how her husband privately mirrored those boundaries, ending the tradition with mutual understanding.
A reader urges women to handle unwanted male attention by appealing to police. The writer compares male and female reactions and suggests calling a policeman to deter offenders, noting that the sight of a brass badge often discourages flirting behavior. The piece closes with the stamp ONE WHO HAS TRIED.
The verse rails at reform politicians who promise aid but avoid real work. It mocks affluent Windsmiths and aristocrats who push to raise wages while ignoring workers. Walt Mason criticizes eloquent speakers who lash out at the toilers and urges voters to vote against such candidates.
New England Housewives section highlights a full Sunday Post page of recipes. The feature showcases diverse dishes and home cooking ideas aiming to inspire readers with practical guidance and meal planning.
A collection of kitchen directions from readers detailing a pineapple omelet using separate beaten eggs with sugar and lemon juice, a pineapple dessert serving idea prepped in pineapple shells, a pepper relish canning method with vinegar sugar and salt, and a quick graham bread flour batter from Annie Daniels.
A NewBrunswicker replies to a local editor debating whether St John, N B resembles an American city. The letter mocks the claim and questions national or regional identity and maps of North America. The writer urges clarifying the meaning of American city and asserts U S citizenship pride.
A reader to the Post denounces hunting licenses as blood sport and questions government money funding wildlife slaughter. The letter calls for humane societies to reject the practice as uncivilized and cruel.
Paragraph points on fall millinery with paradise plumes or natural yellow shades. Notes on neck frills, skirt flares in jackets, trains with tassels, and winter buckles and slides as accessories. Describes narrow striped gowns, Robespierre collars, delicate lace openwork, and clingy pleated dresses with controlled volume.
The Boston Elevated Company will operate all express and freight traffic from lines of the Massachusetts Electric Company. A temporary central freight station near Albany street power house will serve as a hub with water and other terminals for freight. The service will start on the Bay State, Boston & Worcester and other suburban lines.
Dedham loses its oldest resident Samuel G Bent who died at his High street home aged 97. Born March 13 1818 in Milton he spent years farming and retired long ago. He once carried the flag at Dedham settlement’s 20th anniversary as a Continental soldier. Worcester also reports Daniel O Regan aged 80 a veteran immigrant from Ireland who died after arriving in 1840 and leaving two sons.
Mrs W H J Odell of Dorchester announces Ada Raleigh Trelour and Harold Smith engagement. The couple, son of Frederick Smith of Cambridge, were honored at a luncheon bridge in Dorchester yesterday afternoon. Wedding planned for fall.
A 20 year old writer seeks Mildred Champagne's guidance about a young man who courted her, then met another man and ceased contact. The reply urges a calm, frank message to ask pardon, notes male infidelity patterns, and advises waiting for time to ease tensions while preserving dignity.
A narrative poem recounts Kitty tripping with a milk pitcher at Coleraine fair. The mishap ruins the dairy’s pride, prompting another character to chide and a kiss that leads to a vow of repeating the pleasure. The tale ends with hay-making season and broader misfortune.
Mrs Angus questions her husband’s ball game habit while Mrs Arden says the pastime keeps his mind off costly fall suit orders. The exchange reveals household budgeting tensions and shopping priorities.
In New York, Justice Greenbaum declared no court can stop a wife from worrying her husband while ruling on a contempt motion against Augustus R. Keller for unpaid alimony of 125 dollars monthly. The case was adjourned after the remark.
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