Poems For Bour Scrap Book Growing Old
Poem by John Masefield from Atlantic Monthly explores aging and memory. A lone speaker pleads for beauty and wisdom as he and his dog grow old by a dying fire. He recounts limits of travel and youth while seeking inner sustenance before darkness.
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Atlantic Monthly
Married teachers urged for public schools
A reader argues women teachers should be allowed to marry without losing their jobs, claiming tighter bans harm American education. Others critique the policy, suggesting marriage can coexist with teaching and may raise school standards and parental involvement.
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Roxbury
Duties of parents toward their children in sewing circle
A letter from OPTIMIST urges parents to provide a happy home, strong moral and physical care, and early moral education for children. She argues children have no control over their environment and adults must set a good example, offering education and guidance as life’s foundation.
Canning Peaches and Emergency Luncheon Menu
Canning peaches in fourteen quart baskets with sugar karo and water to form syrup. Fill heated cans with peaches and stones, seal immediately. Emergency luncheon includes tomato bisque with cream sauce, salad with lettuce and eggs or tomatoes, and dessert of cake or pudding. Simple sauce made with water sugar lemon juice and butter. Prepared by Mrs. E D Bliss of Florence and Mrs. R A Quimby of Dorchester Centre.
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Maple Street
Florence
R. A. Quimby
Richmondstre
Dorchester Centre
House Hunting Turns Love After Chicago Visit
Josephine Wilby contends with sending Bert Gleason away as she wrestles with jealousy and a looming promise to help find a house. Bert muses on love, hoping to see her again, while Jo frets about competing feelings and a possible marriage.
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Josephine Wilby
Chicago
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Josephine
Goodby
Biltmore
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Jove
Joe
Doorbell Rouses Quiet Romance Between Bert and Jo
In a rainy evening, Bert visits Jo as she frets over plans and dances. He praises her beauty and flirts, she resists vanity, then hints at a house hunting misread before declaring she is not free and is hers.
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Mr. Gleason
Bert
France
Fadts and Fashions Highlight New Outer Wraps and Gowns
Irregular stripe fabrics appear in exclusive materials for outer wraps. Navy blue and black remain favored, while hats feature quills as ornaments. Evening gowns show floating panels and side puffs, with afternoon gowns gaining importance. Fringe finishes and asymmetric skirt extensions appear on tie-on wraps.
Birthday Bio Briefs William Cecil Lad Picker of Greek to Prime Advisor
William Cecil born September 13 1520 in England rose from bright student to trusted adviser of Henry VIII Mary Queen of Scots and Elizabeth I. He befriended the Greek teacher Cheke married Mary secretly then Mildred and Lady Jane Grey era talk. Cecil served as Lord Treasurer and chief counselor and lived to age 78.
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William Cecil
Queen Elizabeth
Lord Burleigh
England
Cheke
Cecil
Mary
Mildred
Jane Grey
Scotland
Henry VIII
Elizabeth
Pershing Invited to Hub Vets Carnival at Braves Field
General Pershing is invited to attend the Massachusetts American Legion carnival at Braves Field in Boston October 9 10 and 11. Mayor Peters state officers and the citizens committee extend the invitation promising a tremendous welcome.
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General Pershing
Massachusetts
American Legion
Braves Field
Peters
State Branch
the Legion
Citizens’ Committee
Boston
Dairy Food and Drug Officials Hold Convention
Dairy officials gathered for a national convention here to discuss new food control standards. The event marks a potential turning point in U S food regulation and safety practices.
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Dairy Food and Drug Officials
United States
Arlington Water Works Chief Thomas Roden Dies at 70
Thomas Roden longtime Arlington water works superintendent died at his home on Beacon Street after a prolonged illness. He served 28 years in the post and was a prominent local figure in public utilities. He is survived by his wife and children.
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Thomas Roden
Arlington Water Works
Beacon Street
Arlington
Two Minute Talks for Americans by Charles Franklin Jones
Boston writer Charles Franklin Jones urges readers to study and live by the U S Constitution rather than seek changes. He argues the document contains liberal principles and the problem lies in reader behavior, not the charter itself.
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Charles Franklin Jones
Boston
Household Hints From Mrs. Anna L. Smith
Household tips include repairing knife handles with powdered resin, grinding coffee more finely, using bacon rind for flavor, simmering fruit cores for flavor extract, making apple based vinegar, and raising a low kitchen table with four door stops. The note is signed by Mrs Anna L Smith of Dorchester.
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Anna L. Smith
Bowdoin Stret
Dorchester
Fasion Trends Describe Tunics and Dresses Style
Description notes long tunics with wide lower flare and rapidly growing tight bodice effect Bright vests paired with dark dresses continue The afternoon dresses show short sleeves as a common feature in current styles
Engagement Announcement Etiquette Between Sisters
A letter advises Mildred Champagne to consult the bride and family before announcing an engagement at her sister-in-law to be wedding. It notes the bride’s central role should be respected and suggests sisters discuss consent to avoid detracting from the bride’s moment.
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Miss Champagne
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