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Newspaper
Seattle Star
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1912
Page
8
A reader asks if she can marry her sister’s husband and wonders about gossip and censure. The advisor warns that a man who leaves one sister may do so again, urging self protection and loyalty to the sister.
A young man 18 asks Miss Grey how to become more beautiful and soften skin. He fears recommending a cream may cause facial hair growth but remains eager for guidance.
A young girl reports a misconduct attempt by a car conductor after work hours in the downtown area. She describes being asked to meet him after his shift and cites his stated 11 p.m. off time as the expected meeting moment. The note implies inappropriate solicitation on transit.
Mrs Ninan Wilcox Putnam wife of a New York publisher claims a blue brocaded raw silk gown costing two dollars can be made in one piece. She demonstrates a simple method by cutting a 52 inch wide fabric doubling it and sewing edges to form a complete dress. The gown meets beauty economy and hygiene while rivaling higher priced outfits.
A reader asks how to handle flirtatious conductors and avoid unwanted advances. The reply discounts broad claims about all conductors, urges reporting repeat offenders, and notes many men are decent while criticizing the behavior of those who cross boundaries. A teen asks what to do after a boy at a public dance made advances. the columnist scolds the teen for attending alone and suggests reform school as consequence.
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