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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1912
Page
11
A reader column in the Boston Post asks for a women’s forum on home life and domestic topics while a letter denounces Victorian morals. The writer argues for modern electric light era liberal attitudes and playful solutions to marital temptation as society evolves.
Letters from sisters defend propriety while discussing wives kissing other men. The writer questions the nature of such women and expresses jealousy at husbands caressing another woman, arguing a truly loving wife could not endure such behavior.
An advertisement extols Knowlton's Dandeline Danderine claiming it cleanses dust and oil, stops dandruff, purifies the scalp, prevents itching and hair loss, and grows new soft downy hair after weeks of use. It urges readers to buy a 25 cent bottle at drug stores or toilet counters.
A speaker recalls kissing another man and losing faith in a lover without displaying jealousy. The narration hints at unresolved feelings and a claim of altered perceptions of love after the incident.
A reader argues that wives retain feelings for past admirers and question why monogamy should restrict friendships. The writer suggests many women would marry differently given the chance and defends intimate platonic ties after marriage as long as affection remains innocent.
A reader discusses earnings in marriage after seven years of life together. She recalls her first husband’s habit of placing money in the bank for her credit and paying household expenses from his own funds. Her second husband borrows her savings for his business and refuses to return the principal, paying only 6 percent interest.
A reflective note challenges an English scientist’s claim that reason governs romance. The author objects to conclusions that stirred many readers, sharing personal observations and experience to counter the idea.
The speaker laments Ines leaving at sundown and stealing daylight from the world. Night would shine alone and unseen stars await. Heartfelt longing remains as the beloved’s beauty fills the dusk.
A physician argues that infatuation and immature or mentally unbalanced individuals should not reproduce. Washington and Gladstone are cited as examples of men unlikely to marry for infatuation. The piece stresses marriages based on mutual fitness and reasoned choice over passion.
A Worcester sister recounts a courtship sparked outside a church where a man inquired about the bride to be He and the bride agreed to two years of waiting before marriage Then they wed after proving their love and report a blissful union The Sewing Circle letters feature more stories in the Sunday Post
A reader asks Miss Champagne whether a 20 year old sister should stay with a fiancé who is elusive and controlling. WAKEFIELD argues the change is for the better, noting the girl has become more steady and selfless, though warns future disappointment could test her.
A reader column lists simple fish and bread based dishes using cod and toast rounds. Instructions cover binding with eggs, breading, frying, and serving on fried bread, plus variations with spice cakes and pastry toppings from various authors in Boston Providence Brockton and Camden columns.
Nellie Smalley reads an advertisement claiming money on deposit for Helen Quinsier. Helen visits the Two Second Bank with Nellie to verify her identity and receives 2 1/2 cents from the teller after signing a slip.
The latest lace veils show leaf designs and velvet corded effects while yellow shades rise in popularity. Metal trims appear on hats with satin remaining a preferred between season choice. Evening slippers with ornamented heels add to the chic ensemble.
The Rev. Francis J. Casey, 73, a prominent Jesuit, died at St. Francis Hospital Jersey City after a short illness. Born in Ireland he entered the Society of Jesus in 1860 and was ordained in 1875. He served at Loyola College Baltimore St Mary's Church North End Georgetown College and St Joseph's Church Troy and led a 900 member Ladies Sodality in North End.
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