Sewing Circle in the Boston Post Debuts as a Homemaker Forum
The Sewing Circe is a regular department in the Boston daily and Sunday Post. It serves as a woman’s own forum for New England home makers to discuss domestic issues, family management, baby care, household economy, flowers, and gardening. Correspondents may use pen names and ask questions to aid mutual help. Letters should be single sided and mailed to the Sewing Circle Editor.
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Wives Seek Legal Share and Wage Demands in Marriage
A series of letters discusses money, property, and control in marriage. Contributors debate whether wives should expect earnings, savings, or ownership of shared assets, with one writer urging financial independence and another defending traditional spousal roles. The exchange reflects concerns about duties, obedience, and family finances.
How Women Earn Pin Money Dear Sewing Circle
In connection with the discussion on how a woman may add to family income while keeping home duties, the article explores practical ideas for shared work and supplemental sewing tasks for housewives.
Mothers and Dogs Unsafe for Babies Say Old Nurse
An Old Nurse argues young mothers should not keep dogs around babies to protect infants from disease. She claims dogs and cats spread diphtheria and typhoid, with fur teeming with germs, and advises keeping dogs out of the home. The note appears in a Sewing Circle letter column in the Sunday Post.
Cousin Romance Ends In Confession Of Love
In a tense domestic scene, Joe proposes marriage to Marion causing a debate over motives. Marion reveals three reasons against marriage ending with a tearful moment as she finally confesses love, and Joe declares his love.
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