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Newspaper

Boston Post

Location

Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1922

Page

7

Women dictate mens styles for one year in Sewing Circle debate

A reader letter urges the Sewing Circle to appoint itself guardian of male fashion for a year. It proposes English trousers with kilts, no shaving, beards, and abolishing the derby to project strength and virility, inviting frank input from readers.

Eck Clarina

Fashion Trolls and Frugal Roles in Old Letters

A reader letter mocks men who chase fashion and straw hats while noting women bear similar burdens. It lampoons male vanity and argues both genders share financial duties and expectations in marriage, reflecting dated social norms and humor.

Declaration of Independence Adopted by Thirteen Colonies

A 1776 overview notes Richard Lee's three resolutions in Congress and the drafting by Thomas Jefferson. It covers adoption on July 4, 1776, delays in signing, Philadelphia's Independence Hall, and the Liberty Bell. The piece explains the Declaration's assertion that all men are created equal and governments exist for the people, not the reverse.

Richard Lee Virginia Congress Thorfias Jefferson New York Philadelphia Old State House Independence Hall Washington State House England Europe George

Home economies and marriage duties in early advice columns

A reader discusses expectations for brides to contribute to the home, arguing against dictating a bride’s expenditures or sewing duties. The letter-writer recalls her own frugal upbringing, support from her husband, and the value of home ownership over costly dress and leisure.

Playful Domestic Tug-of-War Over Housework

A quarrel unfolds between a tired wife and a weary husband over kitchen chores. He urges outside help to avoid exhaustion, while she defends pride in housekeeping and insists on completing tasks herself. A referee ponders a fair decision as the dispute ends unresolved.

Dear Miss Champagne on Love and Dancing Advice

Mildred Champagne offers dating counsel to a 19 year old girl torn between two suitors. She argues lasting partnership rests on character ambition and shared interests, not merely dancing skill, urging choosing a steady partner who can share pleasures and learn together.

Miss Champagne

After the Dark

Anita, grieving for her ailing brother Rob, endures a bleak city night as she contemplates lost dreams and family duty. She visits Rob in hospital where hopeful news of his operation clashes with fears of their precarious future and their late parents' unsettled affairs.

Anita Fate Dr. Lanvin Rob Robert Paxton Bob

Recipes from New England Housewives Serves Peach Custard and Boston Baked Beans

A collection of kitchen tips and recipes from New England housewives includes peach custard made with milk eggs and vanilla and a fruit topping, plus Boston baked beans with pea beans pork molasses mustard and a long slow bake to develop flavor.

New England William J. Clemens Grove Street Augusta Boston

Getting On At The Office With Viola And Her Fashion Plans

Viola, eager to impress Hardy Talking Machine Co, argues over dress influence on job chances. Elsie warns Viola’s flashy style may offend Mr. Hardy. Roberts privately resents Viola’s disruption and fears losing business due to a fashion showlike impression.

Mr. Hardy Mr. Roberts Anita Viola Elsie Hardy

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