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Newspaper
Winthrop Sun And Visitor
Location
Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1912
Page
4
The item lists the Winthrop newspaper details with names, addresses, and office contact points. It notes subscription rates of two dollars yearly, one dollar six months, and fifty cents for three months. Publication rules require early copy by Thursday 8:30 PM and telephoned late items by Friday 10 AM.
Mrs Helene L Sweney's Children Party was held at Wadsworth Hall with children displaying notable talent. Grand march led by William Chisholm and Florence Reinhart. matrons Mrs William J Porter, Mrs George R Shepherd, Mrs Lewis G Tucker. ushers and aides listed. and children including Dorothy McLean and Alice Porter participated in special dances.
Mrs. Helene L. Sweney will open the second term for juveniles at the Cliff House Winthrop Highlands for beginners and advanced pupils today December 14 1912. Special numbers include Court Minuet Gladys Chisholm Doris Scribner Duet Beatrice Martin Helene Sweney Spanish Dance Francis Martin Wildfire scarf dance Marie Dillaber.
Portland fishermen on England's south coast saw a strange drama of bird life as a homing pigeon was attacked by a large hawk. Two rocks and a seagull joined the hawk’s prey theft but the hawk tore the pigeon's head from its body after a five minute fight and then fled.
In early warfare the French used a cry, the Scotch a slogan, and the English various cries until 1495 when Parliament banned them to curb disorder. Only the motto "St. George and the King" was permitted as the single battle cry.
The passage argues that women engaged in beauty culture speak less on their hobbies to others. It attributes this to the beauty doctor shaping a feminine peculiarity and the secretive nature of toilet knowledge, suggesting limited discussion beyond personal concerns.
A patient delays baths despite a doctor recommendation. A remark notes his habit since boyhood of postponing baths, and a plan to travel to Europe to take them. The exchange highlights persistence in avoidance and potential remedy through travel.
The Chicago Records Herald notes a culture blaming curiosity as a driver of morbid interest and sensational reporting, reflecting public appetite for darker stories and the press response to such demand.
Mrs Florence Maynard died after a year of illness at her home 158 Cliff Avenue Thursday of last week. Funeral services were held Sunday at her residence with Rev R Perry Bush officiating. Interment was at Woodlawn Cemetery. Members of the Order of the Eastern Star Winthrop Lodge and other Masonic bodies sent flowers and attended. She was born in Kenyon Ontario 49 years ago and lived in Charlestown Chelsea and Winthrop in recent years. She leaves husband Guy H Maynard and daughter Ruth Maynard Ely of Winthrop and New Haven Conn.
The death of Mrs C E Nott of Brookline shocked friends in Winthrop where the family vacationed summers. A devoted wife and mother she belonged to the D A R and Fort Heath in Winthrop was named after her paternal grandfather. She leaves a husband and three children Catharine Richard and Elizabeth.
Mrs Grace C Lambert of Winthrop died at 25 Cora Street on Wednesday. Services were held at her home Friday December 13 at 2 p m with Mr McKee of the Christian Science Church officiating. Interment in Yarmouth Maine. She was born in Yarmouth and married Captain Enos G Lambert and lived in Winthrop 16 years. She taught voice until 18 years ago, then became an invalid, receiving care in sanitariums and hospitals in Arlington Jamaica Plain and Boston. Her faith remained strong and she inspired her husband and many friends. She leaves Capt Enos G Lambert and two brothers Frederick and Frank Corliss of Yarmouth Me.
The sixth Quest and Question Club meeting convened Tuesday at Cliff House with a fine program by Mrs Beale and Mrs Caldwell. Adjourned to meet December 17 with Mrs Charles H Webber at 171 Shore Drive.
A quotation from Fielding notes that those who endure adversity with fortitude gain prosperity and greatness of soul. It emphasizes resilience as a path to lasting success and mastery beyond mere detection of hardship.
The Pittsburg Post questions the source of a Marcus Aurelius quote claiming life is a battle and a journey in a strange land. The exchange frames a discussion on whether Aurelius actually spoke or wrote the line and what business the ancient philosopher is believed to be in.
A letter to the editor argues against out of town investors building three decker tenements in Winthrop. The author complains the structures lower land values, block daylight, and crowd backyards and urges stricter limits to preserve veneer, livability, and tax base. He calls for reform after the next election and seeks reader input in the Sun and Visitor.
The Winthrop Woman's Club met at the Episcopal parish house on a December Friday afternoon. Miss Lucy Alen chaired a program about a Parent Teachers' Association, and Dr. Frederick Gunel spoke on Moving Pictures and their Effect on the Child.
The Winthrop Yacht Club nominating committee selects officers and committee chairs to be voted on at January meeting. Commodore Charles A. Blaze and other officers including vice commodore Herbert F. Ward secretary Charles G. Bird treasurer Joseph J. Devereaux and measurer George H. Griggs are listed along with regatta and membership committee members.
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