Letters to Cynthia Grey on women and genius
A reader argues that women surpass men in social standing and certain fields yet earn less overall progress. Citing Hypatia Joan of Arc Florence Nightingale Clara Barton Rosa Bonheur and George Eliot the letter claims women have begun to prove equal mental powers while noting differences in development and focus between genders.
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Hypatia
Socrates
Joan of Arc
Florence Nightingale
Clara Barton
Rosa Bonheur
George Elliot
Dear Miss Grey I Am A Young Woman In Love Or Not
A reader 23 writes of fearing she has no heart after four marriage proposals and asks whether to accept a loyal suitor. The columnist compares love to mushroom spawn, encourages openness, and suggests an open engagement without absolute promise until feelings develop or change.
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Miss Grey
The Girl Under Age Dear Miss Grey
A reader asks if a mother can take a girl under 18 from her husband and place her in a home until she turns 18. The reply: parents may reclaim the child and the man can be prosecuted. a man is not justified in influencing a child under age. if mistreated, report to the juvenile judge. a caring man will wait until she is of age.
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Miss Grey
Public reactions to female murder cases and sentencing
In a discussion with Miss Grey the speaker notes that in the U S pardons occur for some female murder cases, southern examples like California show poison sent to a wife, and argues life sentences are becoming more common for both sexes as the incentive to murder grows, predicting murder in the future may go unpunished with murder.
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Ga. A
California
It Will See to the Work Says He Will Be Away
The passage notes that an employer may state he will be away and leave you in charge. It suggests responses such as Very well or Yes to acknowledge. It emphasizes taking responsibility and ensuring the work proceeds in the absence.
Worm oil remedy questioned by reader
A reader asks if fish worms and worm oil used for joints is real and if it can be bought. The reply notes worm oil is new to them and warns against starting a manufacturing business due to possible Humane Society involvement.
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Mies Grey
Humane Society
Why do two magnitudes equal a third become equal to each other
A tutor explains in philosophy that if two magnitudes are equal to a third they are equal to each other and calls this an axiom. He notes the second question depends on the science involved whether physical psychic or spiritual.
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Miss Grey
Dear Miss Grey Advice From a Heartbroken Reader
A 23 year old girl seeks counsel about a disengaged partner. The writer describes persistent broken promises and suspected infidelity after meeting a pal. The adviser warns that a boy who breaks his word again and again is not worth pursuing and urges to end involvement.
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Miss Grey
Office Girl's Problem Confession to Miss Grey
A young woman of 18 writes about a pattern with her employer who mentions where he is going and she replies All right. She seeks guidance on whether she is giving permission by her response and asks Miss Grey for advice.
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Miss Grey
Ming Grey
Charming velvet trimmed hat for a young girl
A dainty hat features a mushroom shaped crown and velvet facing with moss rose trim and a pink Dresden ribbon bow at the center. The back brim opens to reveal wavy hats and mothers delay purchases to save money and avoid rain while anticipating next season.
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Dresden
Plenty of Time For The Morning Meal
A short note notes ample time built into the morning schedule for a meal. It emphasizes unhurried preparation and a relaxed breakfast pace. The line suggests a calm routine before daily duties.
Alcohol as a medicine in doubt says Dr Wiley
Dr H W Wiley argues that alcohol should be restricted in medical practice as it weakens bodily defenses and offers little energy or nourishment. He notes a shift in medicine away from alcohol in hospitals and medical texts, predicting it will become a memory in pharmacopoeia.
Wide girdles dominate midseason fashion imports
Local shops showcase midsummer gowns featuring wide girdles to slim the waist. Fichus and panniers reduce bulk while pointed or square waistline lines appear. gowns favor velvet silk satin and chiffon with ribbon flower fastenings at the side front or back.
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Madame Pompadour
Furnished room and meals offered near Wilhard Mantin Ave
A listing advertises single meals and furnished room for four dollars per week. The location is one block from Bastlake car line, with a wholesome food provision described.
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Mantin Ave
N. B
Bastlake
Why We Feel Hungrier in Cold Weather
The text explains that cold causes body heat to drop faster, increasing the need to eat to maintain core warmth and energy. It attributes hunger to the body's effort to generate heat and sustain metabolism in lower temperatures.
Wellesley College Fire Drill Praised for Speed
Report notes a fire drill at Wellesley College aims to evacuate buildings in two minutes. Drills are held at unexpected times to prevent alarm if a real fire occurs.
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Wellesley
Wellesley College
Noticed to Readers Prompts and Replies Policy
A readers notice states not all letters can be answered in print and many lack names or addresses A stamped self addressed envelope ensures a prompt reply The note is signed by Cynthia G Y.
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Cynthia G Y
Cynthia Answers to Questions and Quick Facts
A varied string of notes covers gardening tips on begonias watering, the Battle of New Orleans date, marital status of individuals, Yale University committee chair Henry Crosby Emery, a bite about digestion of buttermilk, fashion guidance for business girls, office cuff etiquette, engraved name cards for eldest daughters, and an claim about the atmosphere extending forty miles high before thinning.
Assumed Names and Marriage Question Answered
A reader asks if a marriage under an assumed name is legal. The reply says a marriage is legal unless proved otherwise by a court, and validity hinges on whether the names were used to defraud or injure someone.
Worried Boy Seeks Help Through Timed Meeting
A notice from a school or local authority invites a boy in distress to respond by sending a stamped self addressed envelope or attend a Thursday afternoon session between 3 and 4 o clock for assistance. The message stresses willingness to help.
Method to Keep Cut Fruit Fresh With Simple Prep
To keep cut fruit fresh cut straight across the middle or one end before peeling. Then place the remaining piece flat end down on a china plate or platter large enough to prevent air from penetrating between the dish and the fruit.
Notice to Readers Physician Answer Service
Questions sent to The Star will be handled by the paper's physician. Readers may submit health queries for professional response.
Modern Clean Rooms at 2020 Western Ave and 216 Spring St
New steam heated, well furnished housekeeping rooms with hot and cold water and call bells. Rates start at 3.00. Mrs. Maggie Ball, proprietor, offers central district transient rooms and hotel boat rentals at Elliott 1.
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Binet
Bluff
Kinnear Park
Rory St
Indav
Queen Anne District
Resere
Wiltshire
Virginia
Westlake Blvd
Sjreen Lake
Phinney
Wallingford
Fremont-Ballard
Meridian
Albany
Third Avenue
Seattle
Hotel Brunswick European Plan
Fleet Ave
Columbia St
Kingsbury P
Mata
Hotel del Norte
7Th Ave
Bella
Elliott
Seventh Ave
Hotrhel Biggs
Brooklys Ave
University
Pastiake
Hotel Alps
King St
Wash
Fourth Avenun
Fourth Ave
Union Depot
Eadin
Mast Pike
Harvard
Fairbanks Corner
41St
14Th Aves
N. B
Lake Car
University District
Elm
Adison
James St
Snott
Std Ave
Rhe Newell
Western Ave
Spring St. Elliott
Maggie Ball
Proprietress Modern
Transien Vor
Roslyn
Av. N
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Queen Anne
Alki Point
Hollister
Mastinke Ave
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Cox
Broadway
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Panama Hotel
Brooklyn Ave
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Great Northern Docks
Ballard A Oy
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Amny
East Ave
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Yesler
Yesler Way
Jackson Hotel
Jackson St
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DR. Wiley ON Alcohol
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Lakeview Ave
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Yale Uversity
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Ballard Ave
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