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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Oct 19, 1912
Page
11
A reader argues palmistry is valid, citing personal use and belief in life lines guiding major choices. The writer condemns critics as ignorant and asserts value from palm readings amid modern science references.
Letters from readers recount experiences with palmistry claims. A Smith College graduate dismisses it as nonsense while another notes a baby’s long life despite a line of life predicting otherwise. A deserted mother and a long lived writer both challenge palmistry's accuracy.
A correspondent asks for the evinion views of several sisters. The piece notes the inquiry and records potential responses from those involved.
Excerpts from letters to a Sewing Circle debate whether to wear deep black mourning for lost loved ones or maintain cheerfulness to honor the living. Mrs K M G notes social conventions require mourning, while Newton Highlands recounts a husband’s wish to avoid visible signs. Worcester writer cites spending on mourning versus honoring the deceased’s wishes.
A sewing circle discusses ideas on fidelity and forgiveness. The speaker argues a broad hearted man is not swayed by rumors or past mistakes and that a woman should guard her actions to maintain a man’s respect and a proper view of life.
A brief note invites reflection from married friends about whether she kissed before engagement, limiting responses to only 21 participants.
A young woman asks if it is proper for a girl to participate in kissing games at social gatherings and to act as judge. She describes being pressured to kiss and giving a kiss to a friend, then facing a cooled relationship, and requests guidance on propriety and behavior.
A young wife writes that after a year of marriage Thanksgiving Day has brought happiness. She praises her hard working husband and dismisses female flippancy toward men. She believes women should respect husbands and hopes for a son someday while cherishing her two babies.
A major fire at the Benicia arsenal in California destroyed the main storehouse on October 18. Officials estimate the loss at three to four million dollars and say the blaze likely started from spontaneous combustion.
John A. Barry, 44, of 164 Federal Street, was arrested last night for breaking and entering the liquor store of John F Callahan & Company at 158 Federal Street and theft of cigars and liquors valued at an unspecified amount. The arrest followed the alarm from the American District Telegraph Service when the store window was opened.
Three children aged, all playing on a New York East Side fire escape, fell several stories to the street. One infant died, two others are gravely injured and not expected to survive.
Gertrude L. McKenna a 15 year old of 7 Malbon place Roxbury fell forty feet down a light shaft at 68 Highland street last evening. She is in serious condition at City Hospital with concussion of the brain and a laceration of the left hip.
The cane of Andrew Jackson was forwarded to Governor Wilson by Democratic national committee chair McCombs with a letter from George W Oliver of Portland requesting the governor use it until after the election and then donate it to the National Museum in Washington. Oliver notes the cane was given to his father by Jackson 67 years ago.
A 1912 verse by Walt Mason laments the weariness of candidates William, Woodrow, and Ted as they endure noise, rumors, and debates. The speaker questions the allure of the White House, preferring a simple life once the election ends and urging a retreat from political strife.
Nicholas Sprunk of Montclair Farm, Atlantic, raised a Northern Spy apple weighing over 23 ounces with a 16 inch circumference. The giant fruit arrived yesterday for the Post photo and claims the record for any apple grown in New England.
The St Luke's Day service was held at St Luke's Home for Convalescents in Roxbury with Bishop Lawrence delivering an address. Rev Frederic Fitts assisted as chaplain. Rally Sunday is set for Grove Hall Universalist Church to welcome Rev Edson Miles and install him at 7:30 pm. A Monday reception for the pastor and wife follows in the church vestry. Edward Horton of Boston will preach at the Second Church morning services. The Second Church now meets in Jacob Sleeper Hall near the old site.
A Cambridge reader praises a hatpin invention that adjusts to fit any hat crown. The letter notes prior articles and questions why the mayor has not acted, referencing a pictured device seen a year ago.
Miss Helen Keller declines an appointment to aid Schenectady welfare work. She will remain at her Wrentham home nursing Mrs. John Macey, her teacher, who has fallen ill, causing Keller to abandon plans to go to Schenectady.
Public bequests totaling 180000 are provided for in the will of Mrs Marton Cutting widow of Brockholgt Cutting offered for probate in Newport Rhode Island. Mrs Cutting died last August.
Police found Mrs. Margaret Bell and her maid Mary Hogan unconscious in their Brooklyn residence after a violent break-in. The attacker fled. Bell died later. The maid identified the suspect as a Black man.
Charles B Bird Progressive candidate for Governor spoke at Milford October 18 on the tariff board. He argued the board relies on experts and a presidentially chosen body and can guide Congress toward a well thought out tariff plan the country supports. He said a full bill with public confidence will resist congressional tampering and improve results.
Formal note to the State Department from Greece demands U S neutrality in the Balkan conflict and levels sharp criticism at Turkey. The communication arrives in Washington on October 18.
William Shaw of Andover, head of United Christian Endeavor Societies, expresses support for Walker and Luce and a Republican legislature. He identifies as a Progressive but declines a role on the Andover Progressive committee.
Charles H. Morrison, Chelsea police force’s oldest patrolman, died yesterday at his home 8 Belgium Street after a weeklong pneumonia illness.
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