Roses bloom amid talk of clashing odds on Fowler street
The Observant Citizen notes roses blooming on Fowler street Dorchester despite erratic weather. It laments penny shortages used for cuff links and hatpin tops, cites Newton figure H T Gleason proposing restrictions on riders from smokers to curb streetcar crowding, and recalls a chilly ride where heat heat was withheld to avoid upsetting a society lady. It recounts a brave young woman driving a pedestrian to safety from an oncoming car, identified as Miss Bessie Green, and mentions an opening reception at People's Institute Hall with speeches by R T Paine Jr Edmund Billings and music. It also describes affectionate bond between Boston mounted officers and their horses and a gift parrot to John Carlo Riley, a new Frost Hospital benefit from Gordon's theatre, and a clergy transfer to Dorchester.
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Washington Street
Boylston Street
Bessie Green
Champagne Advice on Love and Engagement in Letters
A 22 year old chauffeur asks Miss Champagne how to handle a clandestine engagement. The columnist cautions that the woman may fear parental judgment, suggests stability in employment for a peaceful home, and advises confirming her true feelings before proposing while noting her nomadic lifestyle could be the core issue.
Halloween Echoes of a Long-Ago Love
Deborah, a 33 year old woman, plans to attend her niece Elinor's Halloween party but wrestles with past memories of James Harper and a former betrothal. After considering a stunt to feel young again, she encounters James in a reflective moment by the house, igniting a renewed, tense dinner meeting in the library as he speaks to her of private matters.
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Deborah
Elinor
James Harper
Tom
Margaret Page
Hallowe’en
James
Roy Fernald
Margaret
Andea
Henry
Debord
Tam
Margreret
Harry Lincoln
Harry
PITY AKIN TO LOVE Dear Miss Champagne
A 19 year old girl asks if visiting a sick young man while unsure of her feelings is proper. The advisor responds that calling could aid recovery and influence his hopes, urging action to hasten his welfare and allowing the girl a chance to sort her feelings. The piece ends with a wry remark on sick men and nurses.
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Miss Champagne
Full colored page of faces for Halloween lanterns
The Next Sunday's Post presents a playful feature with full color portraits of Jack-o'-lantern faces. Aimed at boys and families, the page promises spooky fun for Halloween festivities.
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Hallowe’en
New England
Sunday Post
Sleuths of Fiction Skepticism by Walt Mason
A witty critique of detective fiction mocks Sherlock Holmes and similar figures. The piece lampoons the formulaic plot devices, overused methods, and the nagging Watson sidekick, calling detective yarns stale and repetitive in tone.
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Sherlock Holmes
Watson
Walt Mason
George Matthew Adams
Ring Restores Old Trust in Quiet Confrontation
In a reflective scene, James Harper confesses enduring love for Deborah and reveals a ring, seeking reconciliation after a quarrel. Deborah recalls Margaret and asserts past doubts. James claims Margaret’s engagement proves his loyalty to Deborah, urging them to revive their shared tradition. Deborah hesitates, then accepts the ring.
Where to apply for B M railroad jobs and more
Question and answer column lists job application points for the Boston and Maine railroad at the North Station Boston the Panama Canal Commission in Washington and English High School admission. It also notes sources for firm names in Boston drug supplies and immigration residency requirements.
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N. G
B. & M. Railroad
Boston & Maine Railroad
North Station
Boston
English High
English High School
Panama Canal
Panama Canal Commission
Washington, D. C
F. T
Boston Directory
Cream Sauce and Breakfast Dish with Toast and Eggs
A compact set of kitchen notes describes making a cream sauce by melting butter, stirring in flour, then adding milk and salt, boiling to a thick smooth mixture. The fish is cooked, boned, and combined with the sauce, served over browned toast with a poached egg per person for a hearty breakfast. Also includes two dessert-style fillings with eggs and vanilla, and a coconut sugared bake, listing authors and addresses.
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Mary BH. Russell
Bertram Street
Neponset
Church Opens Ad Campaign to Urge Social Reform
New York dispatch reports a coordinated national advertising campaign will begin with the new year. The effort by the combined Protestant churches of the United States targets pressing social economic and religious issues through newspapers magazines and billboards to raise public awareness and spur action.
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New York
United States
Fashion Notes for Fall Accessories and Coats
The fall style forecast highlights knitted ties to match silk socks for men and panne ribbons for children's hats. Velvet returns in millinery and outerwear, with military coats bloused and belted. New hatpins feature carved wood heads, while gold bands replace ribbons in hair. Irish crochet trims crepe fabrics, and mammoth round muffs return. Moire bands trim hats as velvet did, stockings now match skirts and gloves, and Oriental embroidery accents lapel collars.
Special Halloween Pages for Young Readers in Next Sunday's Post
Two youth oriented Hallowe en pages feature candle shade designs place cards and score cards for Halloween functions along with games and puzzles. The material promises fun activities and decorative ideas for the holiday.
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Hallowe’en
Three Women Wait to Wed at Dock
Two girls Maria Slavo and Giuseppa Slavo wait at the immigration bureau for their sweethearts to marry them. They arrived on the White Star liner Romanic yesterday to wed two Fitchburg brothers and are detained until the suitors arrive. Another young woman is detained awaiting a suitor she has never met a widower. The bride’s parents arranged the match in the old country after months of correspondence.
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Maria
Giuseppa Slavo
Immigration Bureau
Fitchburg
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Fowler Street
Dorchester
Lincoln
H. T. Gleason
Newton
D. E. Jackson
The
People’s Institute
People’s Hall
Tremont Street
R. T. Paine, Jr
Edmund Billings
Gaon Government Association
John Carlo Riley
Riley
Carlo
Frost Hospital
Chelsea
Gordon
New Theatre
St. James’ Church
Harrison Avenue
James J. Baxter
D. D
Savin- Hill
St. James’ Parish
Massachusetts Catholic Order of Foresters
Cathedral Court
Francis J. Hanley
Whitman
John J. Leonard
St. Rose Hall
Worcester Street
State Street
la Vida
Weingarten Bros., Makers
Boston University
Olive Marshall
Maude D. Hodge
Mildred Champagne
A. G
Ida E. Rogers
Street
Switzerland
Chemnitz
Paris
Troyes
Europe
America
Ene
Jordan Marsh Company
Sleuths OF Fiction
Walt SA
F. I. GC
Karl Grier
Louis Tracey
Jennie P. Grey
Lafayette Street
St. Johnsbury
Agnes H. Wheeler
Broadway
Newport
R. I
Island OF
Ceylon
Chapin & Adams Co
Welesale Agents
Veget
Pyueri
Grae Sol
Grates
Steinfeld Cook Book
Steinfeld Bros
Iit
Far East
Jordan
Marsh CO
Klein's
Woodward's
Henry Sitrgets
Houghton & Dutton
Golden Perfume Co
New York City
Franklin Si
Ward
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