Observant Citizen Notes Hyde Park Fire Aftermath and Local News
The column reports on a derelict ruined site near the old Boston pumping station, promises of a new fireproof structure, and local observations. It also covers Rev. Joseph B Tarney taking duties at Central Congregational Church, Cambridge medical figures, Assessor Daley's seaside outings, and Misses Rachel and Marjorie Warren studying at Oxford, reflecting community life and notable names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston City
Hyde Park
Water Commission
Joseph B. Tarney
Fall River
Central Congregational Church
Boylston Street
Union Theological Seminary
New York
Metropolis
Presbyterian Hospital
Columbia ‘University
Rachel
Marjorie Warren
Fiske Warren
Oxford
England
Peter the Potter Keeps Plugging Along
A verse portrait from 1911 extols Peter the Potter who works steadily amid economic hardship and idle neighbors. He owns a debt-free cottage, has savings, and rejects aid while toiling in sun and shade, maintaining a proud, self reliant stance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter the Potter
Peter
Alane
Walt
Mason
Arlington barber founder remembered for 42 years of service
Joseph W. Ronce of Arlington died this week. He owned barber shops there for 42 years and led the town’s oldest business. He once hosted a lively annual baseball rivalry between shop patrons, later including outsiders and famous players, before ending the games as too commercial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph W. Ronce
Arlington
Fe Way
Joe
Scow Voyage From Golden Gate to Arctic Reported
A 17 ton bay scow, years old and sailed from San Francisco, carried goods to Point Barrow after a May 16 departure. Skipper H. Co. Slate, with Peter Peterson as crew, crewed the voyage while Slate faced funds shortfall for freight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Golden Gate
Arctic
Point Barrow
H. Co
Slate
Peter Peterson
Cook
Alice Stofer
Dear Miss Champagne: Advice on jealousy and marriage comfort
A reader asks how a wife should handle her husband who stares at other women. The answer downplays jealousy, suggests tolerating his admiration, and frames it as a reflection of the wife’s patience, urging composure and self confidence.
Ministers Return From Trips In Greater Boston Area Churches
The Rev A H Kennedy of St Thomas Church Somerville returns from study in Oxford. Revs William Harman Van Allen and Edmund Rousmaniere attend the Brotherhood of St Andrew conference in Chicago. Rev Chauncey Hawkins arrives from a two month hunting trip in New Brunswick. Rev Willis Parker returns to Everett after Pomona College post. Rev Isaiah Sneath to lead Wollaston Congregational Church with first service tonight and first sermon next Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. ‘Kennedy
St. Thomas* Episcopal Church
Union Square
Somerville
Kennedy
Oxford
William Harman van Allen
T. D
Church of the Advent
Edmund
Chauncey J. Hawkins
Central Congregational Church
Jamaica Plain
Wit
New Brunswick
Willis Parker
Church, of Christ
Everett
Pomona ‘College
Cal
Weat
Isaiah Sneath
Wollaston Congregational Church
The Promise Worth Breaking on Sea View Beach
Katherine travels to Sea View Maine for a chaperoned vacation yet finds freedom and romance. A daring rescuer, called the hero, saves a child on the shore and reappears at night to share a private moment with Katherine, as their connection grows into a hopeful plan for a next-day outing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine
View
Maine
Kattering
Ocean House
Boston Post Sewing Circle LER 2
The Sewing Circle in the Boston Post is a women's forum for New England home makers to discuss domestic topics. Letters may use pen names, ask questions, and should be single-sided with advice and tips on home management, baby care, gardens, and family matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Daily
Sunday ‘Post
New England
Sewing Circle
Denter
Boston Post
Woman’s share of family income sparks Sewing Circle debate
An exchange in the Sewing Circle discusses what portion of family income should go to wives. A middle aged contributor recalls two marriages and asserts shifts in control, while other readers describe routines and roles. Also includes two home remedies and personal notices from Mrs Nancy B Sundburg and Miss Clara Morley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewing Circle
New England
Militant Sister Examines Flirt Tactics in Circles
A militant sister scolds the habit of avoiding conflict with male flirts who harass women. She argues fearful women invite exposure and that determined, outspoken women deter such behavior, urging courage over retreat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewing Circle
Hat pin as shield against male flirtation
A Cambridge woman’s crowd pleaser advice suggests using a hat pin as defense against unwanted male attention. The piece lists nails and a hat pin as the 11 arguments she carries, endorsing quick, visible action to deter flirtation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flirt
Cambridge
The End of Youth in the Sewing Circle
Readers debate when a woman stops being young with notes from six contributors. One asserts happiness marks youth beyond age, another says gray hair signals aging, another ties youth to compliments, another links aging to touching up makeup, and a mother notes youth ends with a second baby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randolph
CLIO
Canton
Sewing Circle
Married Man Declares Circle Enjoyment in Dear Sisters Note
A brief personal letter notes a married man, thirteen years younger, addressing Dear Sisters and asking if they enjoy the Circle as much as he does. The message hints at social or club involvement with a modest, informal tone.
Katherine's Broken Promise Haunts a Sleepless Night
In a smoky room a man recalls a single face and the cost of a broken vow. Katherine slept at last, clinging to the belief that the sacrifice was worth it, despite the price paid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine
Well Known Stock Broker Dead at 55
Lafayette F. Pike a prominent stock broker with offices in New York Boston and San Francisco died at his Hartford home aged 55 after months of poor health from a winter shock. He was once reputed to be worth several millions and is survived by his wife and one son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Conn
Lafayette F. Pike
New York
Boston
San Francisco
Boston Fans Rally as Champs Await World Title
Boston crowds celebrate a pending victory as the city enjoys a pennant and the chance to crown their team. The New York Sun notes the wind and glory surrounding the final displays of their American nine while cautioning against overestimating the world title.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Boston
Advice on love and marriage from a letter writer
A reader signs as Violet to urge a sister not to marry for status. She recalls marrying at eighteen for a good home, yet remains unhappy because she truly loved another man who appeared later. She warns Violet to truly love before marrying or risk lifelong regret. NailLil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Violet
Naillil
Mother seeks guidance on daughters' conduct and popularity
A mother asks the Sisters of the Sewing Circle for advice about two daughters 20 and 16. The elder is quiet and socially withdrawn while the younger seeks excitement and is impudent and unobedient. She wonders whether to push sociability or correct the younger firmly.
Interesting Letters to the Circle Preview Sunday Post
A selection of notable letters to the Circle will be featured in Sundays Post, promising readers provocative viewpoints and lively community discourse.
Postseason Oracles on Giants Behind Cubs and Boston
The text notes the Cubs no longer fear the Giants’ lead while predicting a struggle, and hopes Boston’s nine can affect New York’s ultimate victory in the postseason, focusing on earnests students and lectures as a shield against fear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McGraw
Cubs
Giants
Boston
New York
Woman's Hair Reaches to Knees After Quick Growth
Esther Emery, visiting in the city, shows off hair that grew from shoulder to knee length in a year using a home remedy of Lagona de Campeone Bay Rum and Menthol Crystals. She warns to avoid contact with the face and promises it works for others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Emery
Honest Advice to Consumptives
A dated promotional notice touts Eckman's Alterative as curative for consumption and related lung ailments. It cites a Philadelphia patient Howard L. Klotz claiming recovery after two years of hemorrhaging, and urges readers to seek the product from Riker Jaynes Drug Stores and Houghton & Dutton Drug Dept, with inquiries to Eckman Laboratory in Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eckman
Susquehanna Ave
Phila
Howard L. Klotz
Riker- Jaynes Drug
Houghton & Dutton Drug Dept
Klot
Eckman Laboratory
Philadelphia
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By Williams
Dong
Claribel
Herner
Clarsel
Farmington
Madame Nordica
John E. Dwyer, Jr
Masgachusetts Avenue
Dwyer
Tufts’ Medical School
W. T. Council
Harvard
Medical Ool
Boston Floating Hospital
Daniel J. Daley
Brookline
Bayside
Hull
Dudley Street
Nilarrow
McGrath
Arthur B. Bucknum
Stoneham
Dartmouth
Hinsdale
N.H
State House
Massachusetts
Commonwealth
Lish University
Old Country
George
India
Martin Moeckel
City Hall Avenue
Malden
Turnverein
Mr. Moeckel
Charlestown Navy Yard
Honolulu
Dana Bishop
Litttle
Bishop
Public Works Department of the Navy
Hawaiian Territory
Washington Street
Egleston Square
Besi
Stickney & Poor
Stickney& ‘Poor Spice Co
Stickney
Greater Boston
the Post
Migs Frances
Lexa
Mary
Island Club
Aeene
Billy Thurston
R. H
Stearns& Co
Turkey
Nancy B. Sundbhrg
Granite Street
Gloucester
Clara Morley
Linden Street
Dorchester
Sunday Post
Express
E&r
E &R
Cambridge, Mass
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