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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1913
Page
15
Fitch fur is in high favor and dyed fur grows common as a strong trend. A jet robe appears for day wear while Empire styles revive in evening gowns. Lampshade tunics and two tier skirts in lamp shade fabrics dominate, with velour de laine coats trimmed in fur and beaded gowns featuring tassels and beads. Belts, high crowns in millinery, and Chantilly lace brims adorn ensembles.
The Sewing Circle is a regular Boston Post department for New England homemakers to discuss home life issues. Topics include household management, domestic problems, baby care, gardening, and more. Correspondents may use pen names and write on one side of the paper.
A long letter urges newlyweds to share leisure with spouses rather than work endlessly. The writer, an older wife, notes years of tired routines and says happiness lasts when couples enjoy life together even with less money. She signs as YOUNG and OLD LADY.
A reader in her forties and her husband weigh moving from city life to a small rural venture. With about 300 dollars saved, they consider renting a small place to raise garden truck, chickens, and berries, hoping for higher income than their current combined earnings of around 14 dollars weekly. The writer seeks guidance on whether to take the risk and leave a comfortable city home.
The Sewing Circle letter argues that smart women who marry give up much yet should retain funds of their own. If wives can’t treat friends to simple pleasures, the writer suggests saving and pushes for a promise of money to spend.
A reader letters criticize the term Spartan Mother as a disgrace to women. The writer argues girls and boys should be forgiven equally for their sins and expresses sympathy with the moth.
A sequence of reader letters criticizes a mother who disowned her daughter for eloping. Despite fear and social pressure, writers argue daughters can be better off and urge rectitude, warning the mother and her son may face consequences and offering legal help for the daughter.
A reader asks about care and flowering frequency for night blooming cereus. She describes seeing the plant at a recent party and being attracted by its exquisite appearance and pleasant fragrance. Guidance on cultivation and bloom timing is requested.
A reader signs as a lover of plants asking if bulbs can stay bloomed after sunrise by placing them on ice. The query seeks practical tips on preserving blossom life beyond morning light.
A reader urges women to adopt modern labor-saving devices like fireless cookers and vacuum cleaners to reduce daily toil. She criticizes passive behavior, argues that moderate means suffice, and stresses using brains to achieve a clean, happy home with more free time.
A reader shares views on marriage and finances praising contentment over costly pleasures. She explains preferring shared wealth for home, supporting her husband, and choosing simple joys like travel and drama within means. She resists old beaux visits and argues love isn’t the sole guide to life.
A 17 year old writer describes earning money by teaching chess to older people. He charges 95 cents per lesson and has no trouble finding pupils, including two of the Selectmen.
A town letter celebrates the principal of Florence High School and a talented local girl athlete who believes girls who understand the game can excel as she has.
The Sunday Post features a collection of engaging letters to the Sewing Circle, highlighting reader opinions, craft tips, and community replies. Readers discuss patterns, fabrics, and personal sewing projects, reflecting a lively hobbyist exchange.
Miss Mary L. Kittinger presents Jane, a practical Dorchester woman with plans to become a teacher. After her mother dies she becomes family caretaker, meets David Mitchell, and faces a choice between college dreams and marrying for a life together, with a hopeful note of future possibility.
Uncle Walt Mason laments Jane Eliza a domestic figure who wrecks dishes and spoofs devotion with excuses. The verse recalls her dreamy coffee times and a steady suitor Freddie while neighbors gather on the verandah chewing gum and praising her daisy nature despite laziness.
The White Star Line steamer Arabic commanded by Captain William Finch was reported by wireless 500 miles east of Boston Light. She is due to reach Charlestown dock tomorrow morning at 9 o'clock on her voyage from Queenstown and Liverpool to Boston.
A clever charming forthcoming Sun Sunday Post Magazine tale promises wit and warmth. Readers are invited to enjoy the story about Libby and domestic life with light humor and social observation.
A comic verse about Joe the suitor wooing Brigetta in an Irish American accent. Joe struggles with bold feelings and slow speech yet vows to be sweet tonight. He asks for guidance as Brigetta tests his resolve with mischief and wit.
A fashion note praises two lace flounces falling softly edged with lace and finished at the waist by a crushed satin girdle for a graceful stylish yet economical look.
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