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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1912
Page
13
A Boston Post sewing circle page features readers and responses on whether a wife should be paid for housework and if a wife can earn an income. Letters discuss shared finances, independence, and the changing social norms of marriage and labor.
A Prairie Girl column advises sisters on romance and marriage. It warns that kissing boyfriends before marriage may hurt another woman and suggests saving affection for husbands and relatives to avoid later regrets.
A reader reflects on wives financial independence and happiness in marriage while studying in New England. The letter discusses whether a wife should have independent funds beyond her husband’s control.
A sister writer urges a 75 year old to marry, arguing wise choices bring life’s pleasures. The letter reflects on aging, nostalgia, and finding companionship, urging adherence to a single admirer even in declining years.
The piece discusses how young women value generosity from male escorts for theatre dances and other amusements. It argues a reluctant kiss or refusal may end future invitations, noting the social dynamics of paying for companionship and how stinginess affects romantic prospects.
A woman signing as Charlestown writes about a six month courtship, January marriage, and a happy home with mutual money handling, shared tasks, and ongoing affection. She argues love rather than luck sustains a marriage and urges cheerful devotion and support for a good husband.
A reader critique from a mother of five argues against platonic friendship between spouses, defends female autonomy, and praises the need for shared nighttime baby care, noting happiness hinges on individual choices within marriage.
A 19 year old writer explains leaving work to stay at home after five years of employment. She recalls lonely mills and shifting duties from housework to nursing with little personal time. She urges mothers to teach girls useful home skills like dressmaking or millinery to earn money and remain at home.
Some of the most interesting letters to the Sewing Circle will appear in the Sunday Post, offering readers insight into craft tips, community stories, and personal anecdotes from members.
A quip about a wife’s dress price mark prompts a clash of tastes. Robert laughs at a jab about perception and fashion, swapping barbed wit in a brisk exchange.
A young woman asks how to handle a breakup over lack of capital. The columnist argues his lack of money does not excuse delay or poor treatment, saying true love needs only health, salary, and intent. She should forget him and value herself, as parents need not fund a suitor.
A family hides ten five dollar gold pieces in plain sight. A theft occurs while a cook is suspected, a detective is baffled, and months pass until the boy Ralph unintentionally reveals the truth by placing the coins in his bank. The tale reflects trust and mistaken blame.
The Rev. B. D. Scott and the Rev. Carl G. Badger will address the weekly prayer meeting at Union Congregational Church near Columbus avenue and West Newton street. A training program for Sunday school teachers begins Oct 19 at Ford Hall with two coaching classes led by Miss Margaret Slattery and Rev. Norman E. Richardson. The New England Presbyterian synod meets Oct 22 at First Presbyterian Church Berkeley street and Columbus avenue under Rev. H. A. Manchester. Daniel Dorchester Memorial rededication postponed to Nov 10. Our Saviour Church Roslindale expands men’s club quarters.
Firefighters from Chemical Engine 1 put out a blaze in Edward J. Gilmore’s delivery automobile for coffee at 70 Blackstone Street on Chardon Street yesterday afternoon. Cause unknown. Damage estimated at 25 dollars.
The New England branch of the Women s Foreign Mission Society of the Methodist Episcopal Church concluded its 48th anniversary meeting in Hartford on October 10. Officers elected include President Mrs John Leggs Worcester Mass first vice president Mrs Charles Parkhurst Somerville Mass corresponding secretary Mrs Florence Nichols Lynn Mass associate secretary Miss Clementina Butler Newton Centre Mass recording secretary Mrs A H Nazarian Boston Mass treasurer Mrs S M Hoyt Melrose Mass.
The new St. Clement parish in West Somerville hosts its first field day at Combination Park tomorrow. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with dancing 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. A 20 piece band provides music throughout the day and evening, and events include horse racing baseball football and races for boys and girls.
A preserved relish method lists green tomatoes onions salt overnight then boiling in vinegar and water. After draining a second vinegar spice mix with brown sugar mustard seed and spices, boil together an hour. It notes Mrs F D F of 454 Westford Street Lowell as the contributor.
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