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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1917
Page
9
A. W. Lombard of the Milk Inspection Board told Arlington health officials the coming winter will bring tighter milk supply and lower quality milk. He warned consumers are paying more for a substandard product under present conditions.
Farmers struggle as feed costs exceed milk prices harming dairy operations. Lom bard cites consumer payment as sufficient while dealers profit. farmers cannot afford proper fodder to boost output. He notes low bacteria in Massachusetts milk due to automatic milkers and blames dealers for grade declines through mixing and larger tanks.
A collection of anonymous letters from a 1917 sewing circle includes discussions on courting, public affection, gender roles, budgeting for a family, and pride in a son who joined the military. Contributors share personal experiences about marriage, consumer choices, and social expectations in a small town.
The Sunday Post prints several of the Sewing Circle’s most interesting letters offering readers insights, anecdotes, and tips.
A hopeful verse promises relief from troubles and worries with tomorrow bringing sunshine. It imagines shadows sleeping, sorrows fading, and banners waving as roses bloom and optimism rises.
A wartime poem in the Montreal Lady Star laments the toll on poets and praises Second Lieutenant R. E. Vernede of the rifle brigade who died of wounds. The verses plead for peace not in their time, yet vow courage to honor the fallen and endure until mercy and understanding arrive.
A mist gray chiffon dress leads the trend with afternoon and evening gowns trimmed in lace. Navy blue chiffon over crimson creates a striking gown while rose muslin suits dresses for little girls. Children's frocks feature round necks with no collar. Short Russian tunics and long versions appear as fashion highlights. Elaborate tulle frocks use silk, pearl or woolen flowers. Long chiffon veils and straight line jackets with belts complete the look.
The guide suggests dark attire for first calls after bereavement as a graceful sign of sympathy. It explains wedding etiquette for the bride and bridegroom, noting the bride walks on the left then right side and that wedding gifts should be sent to the bride promptly after invitation receipt.
A grand fireworks show lights Revere Beach this evening. Amusements along the boulevard will be illuminated from sundown to midnight as the final week of the season ends and record crowds remain.
Roll pastry into rectangles and layer with grated cheese and paprika then fold and repeat. Cut into strips and bake until firm. For sauce, simmer tomatoes water sugar bay leaves then thicken with butter and flour. Serve hot with crackers. Granch Barden. Lebanon, N. H.
Lafayette Day to be observed at St Pauls Cathedral in Boston tomorrow at noonday service. The Lafayette Memorial service repeats at 12 10 with address The Turn of the Tide. Four trumpeters a vested choir and the French consul Flammand will attend with the French flag on the porch and procession. All seats open to public.
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