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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1912
Page
15
Readers share questions on domestic life in New England with the Sewing Editor. The column invites homemakers to write about how to manage chores, child care, budgeting, and home economics and to seek practical advice from neighbors.
A reflective verse about Time as healer and guide. The poem notes Time's steady passage, its relief from sorrow, and eventual comfort. It quotes Walt Mason on Time's mercy, concluding with the 1912 copyright by George Matthew Adams.
A reader notes widespread annoyance at male flirts in public and argues women bear some fault for tolerating familiarity. The piece cites a well known man whose reputation draws female attention and influence over social invites in the town.
The narrator muses on accepting hospitality and a possible joyride, acknowledging a dislike for the host yet confessing a willingness to ride in a six cylinder auto as a sign of courtesy. The passage reflects social dynamics of invitation and appearances.
In a Washington streetcar episode a woman loudly lamented male behavior as she stood beside a young man. The crowd heard her long monologue about men monopolizing seats, until at Dover street the man rose to exit and revealed a hip ailment, drawing a chastened response from the critic who had not blushed.
A fragmented 19th century note discusses women and male fate with adverbs of annoyance. The garbled text mentions vanity and opinions about women and fate. The piece appears as a pithy aside or correspondence in a women’s circle column.
A Bemis bound train ride ends with a well dressed but uninterested young man reading the sporting page while a stylish woman repeatedly tries to draw his attention by dropping a glove and handkerchief. Her efforts fail as he alights at Central Square in Waltham leaving her frustrated. Inference of social dynamics remains.
A newspaper column quotes Mrs Home Maker advising women to snub unwanted male attention. She recalls misreading smiles in youth, asserts respect comes with firm boundaries, and recounts a long marriage, hardship, and three children while urging respect for others.
A reader's letter argues that middle class city life has altered dating norms. Women face social penalties for kissing outside engagement or family ties, while men demand kisses as a price for companionship, reshaping invitations to dances and theatres.
The writer reflects on how to respond to female writers about male flirtation. He advises calmly eyeing them as if they were posts, sharing his own failed first marriages and a lasting gradual love that developed over time. He mentions having married for love initially and being deserted for another first sight romance.
A letter from a reader in Independent argues that greeting friends with a kiss is harmless. She states she is over 40, has many respectful friends, and urges children to greet naturally without sly methods. She notes her husband shares this view and defends open affection among friends.
A reader questions whether a butcher, gas man, ash man, and peddlers should be allowed to kiss residents at the door, asking what the difference is and noting it is not about a kissing bug.
A reader writes about family advice from mothers in England and in her own culture. She recalls marrying at nineteen, happiness after fourteen years, and hopes her daughter will respect her mother as she does. She asserts pride in being English and praises maternal guidance.
Some of the most interesting letters to the Sewing Circle will appear in the Sunday Post, promising reader insights and community chatter in the weekend edition.
Charlotte risks a nervy meeting at the North station with a mystery man to earn a dollar and a half for piano pupils. At the gate she spots Dick among the crowd and realizes his tubercular condition and shared past, altering the encounter.
A member describes leading the Circle since it began and hopes to marry in early spring. She worries over Kiasing practices and cannot bear to be kissed by her sweetheart, who finds her behavior queer. She wonders how club members tolerate this custom and regrets not belonging to the club.
A physician reports happy testimonials from young women who gained weight using three grain hypo nuclane tablets. The article notes distress among thin youths and claims the preparation can increase weight after several months with self administration guidance.
A Woman's Realm column offers tips from Aunt Sally on harmonizing neck and face tones. It suggests Monica approved treatment for neck care, saxolite solution for eye lines, and mercorized wax as a cheap way to restore a youthful look.
In a tense farewell at the train station Charlotte persuades Dick Benton to marry her before his trip west. She reveals she has supported herself for over a year and chooses to accompany him to Saranac. After Dickinson regains health they wed and later move to a Colorado ranch for a hopeful life together.
Wool end embry is used on children's hats and dresses. Pleated lace revers and cuffs appear on prettiest waists. Large silk roses on girdles. Mole fur for day wear and ermine for evening. Sailor collars in varied sizes and big black velvet bows on white hats. Two piece tunic overblouses with apron effects. Plum is a favored shade. Dancing slippers should match evening frocks. Evening gowns in chiffon shot with gold or silver. Crepe de chine blouses with white satin trims in Paris. Net guimpe with crepe de chine and chiffon. Summer ermine and black charmeuse wraps. Petite women should avoid elaboration. Hand embroidery in self color on vivid waists. Waterproof calf tramping boots with round toes and laces.
In a letter to the publishers of The German Emperor and the Peace of the World Andrew Carnegie confirms Herr Fried’s view that the German Emperor is a leading proponent of international peace. Carnegie states the Emperor is a model monarch and has long been a strong advocate for peace.
A Burlington Route Personally Conducted excursion to California left a solo traveler with praise for the courteous conductor who supervised comfort and safety. The woman recommended the program and invited readers to request maps and booklets from Boston agent Alex Jocks for more information.
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