Why calling Mrs Livermore grand old woman is wrong
The Boston Globe questions the phrase grand old woman and its implications for respect and independence. It discusses suffrage talk in New Hampshire, Santa Claus duplicates, and the value of sharing real world stories by Miss McCracken and Mrs Betts to aid broader humanitarian work without harming privacy.
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Boston Globe
Mrs. Livemore
Mrs. Livermore
New Hampshire
Oman
Job
Christmas Poem of Hope and Humility
A reflective Christmas poem sings of a reborn earth and a child’s voice guiding the lonely and poor toward hope. It envisions the Christ Child bringing welcome, light, and a shared humanity, with sacred praise as angels sing.
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Christ-Child
God
Spirit of sharing and literature in settlement life
The Boston Herald praises Miss McCracken and Mrs. Betts for their writing on life in settlements. It argues that truthful, compassionate portrayals can educate and uplift readers, while acknowledging that confidences may be shared if they serve the common good. The piece defends candidness and duty, urging restraint only to protect individuality.
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Boston Herald
Miss McCracken
Mrs. Betts
State Federation Meeting in Watertown Jan 14 1903
The Watertown Woman's Club hosts the State Federation at the Unitarian church on Church Street January 14 at 10 30 am. Speakers include Prof Edward Howard Griggs Miss Elizabeth C Putnam and Mrs Florence Kelley with topics on art education ward care and child labor. Luncheon tickets must be ordered by January 12. Train and electric schedules listed. Katharine H Stone Clerk.
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Watertown Woman's Club
State Federation
Unitarian Church
Church Street
Watertown
Edward Howard Griggs
Elizabeth C. Putnam
Florence Kelley
New York
United States
Gray Federation
J. R. Aldrich
School Street
Somerville
Henrietta A. Brown
Otis Street
North Station
Fashion Notes on Hats and Gowns of the Season
Dark green leaves on a white picture hat prove effective with green chiffon neckwear and white costume. White is a craze and flounces grow fussier for evening wear, including delicate pink chiffon gowns with ribbon and lace trims. Beaus of millinery, beaver hats, and deep wine red tones suit brunettes. large hats feature upturned brims or boat shapes. Flower toques remain in demand with foliage and blossoms covering the crown and brim.
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London
Comfortable Christmas Gifts at Howard's Drug Store
A local ad promotes inexpensive perfumes priced from 10¢ to $1.00 at Howard's Drug Store 197 Central Street. It highlights Kinder Garten Toilet Water for 10¢, Our Little Perfumer at 25¢, and a popular Merry Christmas gift box with three scents selling fast at 25¢.
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Howard’s Drug Store
Central Street
Eastman
Christmas Concert at First Church Sunday School
Children of First Congregational church presented a fine Christmas programme featuring chorus numbers, recitations, duets, and hymns in a seasonally themed program. Leaders included Rev Mr Gillam and directors W T Barstow Annie M Robbins M Elizabeth Patterson Carrie Richardson with Ms Lillian Johnson on piano and Seaton on violin. Next Sunday the gospel soloists Mr and Mrs Wilson of Providence will perform at both services and were formerly with D L Moody.
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First Congregational Church
Horace R. Hanson
George Fish
Janie Fish
Gladys Perkins
William Liddell
W. T. Barstow
Annie M. Robbins
M. Elizabeth Patterson
Carrie Richardson
Wilson
Providence
R. L
Christmas Boxes at Pearson's Drug Store Window
A visit to Pearson's drug store at 301 Central Street offers ideas for Christmas gifts. The window displays boxes with perfumery chocolates confectionery cigars and toilet articles. Pearson's carries top quality perfumery and high grade chocolates and confections perfect for a lady.
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Pearson's
Central Street
Tribute to George H Marston Former Lowell Cemetery Trustee
At a trustees meeting on December 20, the Lowell cemetery mourns the death of George Harrison Marston a devoted trustee since March 1897. The board notes his rare attendance, steadfast work for the cemetery and deep affection for the sacred site. They vote to attend his funeral and adjourn in respect.
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Lowell Cemetery
George Harrison Marston
Marston
New Fancy Shirts and Bargains in Basement Department
A. G. Pollard & Co advertise low priced goods in basement with shirts braces hosiery aprons slippers and skirts plus items like handkerchiefs and flannelette waists. T. H. Elliott promotes warm affordable tenements from 6.00 to 9.00 monthly describing a three room unit with connected front room bedroom and kitchen.
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A. G. Pollard & CO
T. H. Elliott
Central St
Sensible Xmas Gifts Comb and Brush Sets in Ebony
An ad listing numerous gift items including comb and brush sets in ebony with sterling silver mounts, hand painted porcelain pieces, manicure sets, and 24kt gold plated clocks. It highlights prices from 25c to $3 and notes the seller’s experience helping gentlemen choose gifts.
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Hess Sips Dioceses Ecepee
Tajimi
Japan
Satsuma
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Frills
Paris
First Church Sunday School
Pearson’s
Grainc Grain Coffee
Sensible
Rhodes’ Hair Store
Merrimack Street
K. B.shattuck & Son
Prescott Street
Athe
Bush Grocery
Rai
Vermont Creamery
Vermont
Lowell
Greenwood Bros
Tnd
Haviland & Co
Limage
France
Mass
French & Puffer
Eee
W. E. Hicks
Fred
Cuff
D.P. Knomlton
Prescott
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