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I ‘Open Letter toMan’ an Idea Whose Time Has ComeIn this era of preoccupation with sex and nudity under theguise of freedom of expression,a simple letter written to man about the image of womanhood is creating, a lot of interest throughout the country.Some radio personalities such as Los Angeles' famous Dick Wittinghill have read it repeatedly on their radio programs. Newspapers and magazines, both religious and secular, are reprinting it. And private citizens are copying it for distribution to their friends.This is what “Open Letter to Man” says:“I am a Woman.“I am your wife, your sweetheart. your mother, your daughter, your sister ... your friend.I NEED YOUR HELP.“I was created to give to the world GENTLENESS, UNDERSTANDING, SERENITY. BEAUTY AND LOVE. I am findingit increasingly difficult to fulfill my purpose.“Many people in advertising, motion pictures, television and radio have ignored my inner qualities and have repeatedly used me ONLY as a symbol ofSEX“This humiliates me; it destroys my dignity; it prevents me from being what YOU want me to be—an example of—“Beauty, Inspiration and love—“Love for my children, love for my husband, love of my God and country.“I need your help to restore me to my true position ... to ALLOW me to fulfill the PURPOSE FOR WHICH I WAS CREATED.“I know you will find a way.”This letter was written about ten years ago by songwriter Sy Miller and his wife, the former actress, Jill Jackson. But it wasn’t until “Open Letter to Man” was discovered shortly over a year ago by the Rev. Francis J. Caffrey of the Mary-knoll Fathers that it received widespread circulation.Father Caffrey was so impressed with the letter that he got the Millers’ permission to reproduce it. From that humble grass roots beginning, “Open Letter to Man” has developed its own quiet underground movement protesting the degradation of women as mere sex objects. Many prominent businessmen and entertainment personalities have assisted Father Caffrey in his efforts to help restore woman s proper image of love, beauty and dignity in our contemporary society.R. D. Funk, managing editor of the Santa Monica (Calif.) Evening Outlook was among the first to tell the story of the Millers’, Father Caffrey and “Open Letter to Man” in his column. Since then the Open Letter” has been reproduced and circulated widely in the U. S.. in some foreign countries and is on its way to expanding its message of common decency throughout the world.“Open Letter to Man” is a simple, powerful message challenging today’s animalistic, sex-oriented image of womanhood. It’s difficult today for a girl or young woman to believe anyone really cares about morality, femininity and virtue in our society. But the challenge is simply stated for all to meet, “I know you will find a way.”The invitation to help find theway is open to all. Copies of the “Open Letter” are available free of charge. Simply send your name and address, plus the number of copies desired to: Open Letter, The Solo Cup Foundation, 7431 East End Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60649. A supply of the Open Letter will be sent free of charge to be passed along to friends and acquaintances.In addition, a free recordingOf “LET THERE BE PEACE,”composed by Sy Miller and Jill Jackson add performed by Dora Hall, will be included.
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Honesdale Wayne Independent
Honesdale, Pennsylvania, US
Sat, Aug 08, 1970
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