Women and the limits of freedom in society
A column argues that female independence and public talk harm a woman's appeal, while praising women's political influence in Texas. It notes club women shaping policy, industrial education gains, and the need for women to balance work with domestic skills, urging a strong, true womanhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Federation of Women’s Clubs
Daughters of the Confederacy
Girls’ College of Industrial Arts
Grubbs
Texas
South
Galveston
Greatest Show on Earth Promised to Macon Crowd
In Macon Georgia a yellow and red circus poster on a fence advertises the Greatest Show on Earth arriving September 1. A spectator quarrel over reading ability reveals a skepticism about competing acts while locals debate which show is best in a brief Rosebud News style exchange.
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Macon
Rosebud News
Mind Reader Thrills Audience Before Escape by Mammy
In a vaudeville bill a mind reader asked the audience to write questions on slips of paper and retain them as he spoke from an oak cabinet. An old mammy performer, carrying two children, grew uncomfortable and fled the hall rather than stay for the act.
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Mammy
Hyomei now offered with guarantee by Pace Marshall Drug Co
Pace Marshall Drug Co urges readers to buy Hyomei for catarrh treatment this summer. The pocket inhaler delivers the balsamic air to nose throat and lungs, killing germs and healing mucous membranes. Guaranteed refund if not satisfactory. outfit costs 1.00, extra bottles 0.50. Also notes dietary guidance for nerves from McCall’s magazine emphasis on light proteins and soft boiled eggs.
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Pace-Marshall Drug Co
the Herald
What Nervous People Should Eat Milk Diet for Insomnia
The article promotes a milk only diet for nervous or insomnia troubled individuals. It advises a pint of milk per meal and four meals daily for grown women to aid strength, and notes water intake supports digestion for those with weakened nerves.
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McCalls Magazine
Foley Kidney Cure Promised as Best Remedy
An advertisement touts Foley's Kidney Cure as the ultimate treatment for kidney and bladder ailments. A brief anecdote about John Marshall and an old Negro highlights wit and wisdom about backing a boss, ending with a dollar reward and a jab about brains.
Wagner's Introduces New Line Side and Back Combs
The store debuts new line side and back combs drawing attention to updated hair care accessories. Cupid themed mentions appear playful, while a casual note suggests avoiding county travel and a bargain from Dr. Jones for practical form.
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Wagner’s
Dr. Jones
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Old Marster
Cupid
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MNO
B. McLane
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