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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 1912
Page
5
A mailbag of reader questions on bachelors and marriage prompts. Contributors discuss why men remain single, the social pressures on workers and families, and the view that finances and conditions shape choices about motherhood and partnership.
Readers are informed that not all letters can be answered in the paper because some lack name or address. A stamped self-addressed envelope will bring a prompt reply from Cynthia Grey.
A pair of teen girls seek which boy loves whom and the columnist outlines waiting for a marriage proposal as the only sure method. Letters share misinterpretations about gratitude after dates and the correct polite reply to show appreciation without bluntly saying thanks.
A reader writes that she is keeping company with a young man who is considered one of the nicest boys. The letter expresses favorable views and personal sentiment about the suitor.
A reader asks how to handle a blond who claims friendship but tries to drive a wedge with her beloved. The adviser says ignore her but stay civil and do not confide. if he truly cares little for her, worry less and calm the situation.
A miscellany of notes and trivia from Passaic New Jersey dated November 21 1896 covers topics from hat cleaning to suffrage and citizenship. It mentions Mina Mary Clark and Russell H Winship wedding details in Buffalo and recalls long used family silk stockings linked to past generations.
The article describes a black chiffon velvet hat with a small cap shape and minimal trimming, priced at $300 for the feathered adornment drawn from cross egret plumes. It notes social drama around luxury millinery and contrasts affordable hats with this extravagant example.
A columnist argues carpets harbor dust and germs and should be removed. For homes with wood floors, rip up carpet and use minimal rugs kept clean. For rough floors, install linoleum with a few clean rugs, ensuring a dry, clean surface before laying flooring.
An advertisement promotes Pyramid Pile Remedy promising quick relief from piles with a free trial offer and a regular package for 60 cents. It urges sending a coupon and claims relief even for users wearing a pile truss.
A promotional claim states that a clone of Pape's Cold Compound, taken every two hours for three doses, will end a cold or Grippe and relieve head and chest symptoms. It asserts the product works promptly without side effects, costs 26 cents, contains no quinine, and should be in every home.
Simple tips to select a turkey that cooks well. Check legs and breast bone for doneness and age. Avoid overfat birds as fat on the breast can make the meat indigestible. Observe eye color and skin texture to judge freshness and pluck quality.
A shipment of 22 Smith & Barnes pianos damaged in Montana derailment is sold at reduced prices. Priced at 275, 250, and 400, with plans as low as 10 dollars down and six dollars a month. most cases hurt, but pianos intact, guaranteed ten years and serviced free.
An advertisement from Pyramid Drug Company in Marshall Michigan offers a free trial treatment of Pyramid Pile Remedy by mail in a plain wrapper. The notice urges immediate request and claims splendid results.
Morning hoarseness and stuffed head relief promised by Booths Hyomei. The ad touts a hard rubber inhaler and bottle of HYOMEI for $1 with 60 cents for a second bottle, claiming it ends catarrh and also treats coughs colds and sore throats.
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