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Ideal Woman: Tomboy Roots and Athletic Strength
Dr. Boslooper finds ideal women blend intelligence, competitiveness, and femininity with active lifestyles. He cites tomboy beginnings, praise for physical skill, and acceptance strongest in the south and west. Interviews include Miss America 1954 Evelyn Ay Sempier and Olympian Penny Pitou Zimmerman among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boslooper
Evelyn Ay Sempier
Berwyn
Constance Joannes Dickman
Powers
Haworth
N.J
Eileen Schauler
New York Civic Opera Company
Ras
Millburn
Penny Pitou Zimmerman
U.S
Gilford
N.H
Metropolitan Opera
Jean Madeira
Reformed Church
Closter
Dr. Boslooper