Allowance to child seen as road to economy
A home economist from the University of Iowa advocates giving children allowances from ages six or seven to teach budgeting. The program should start small, cover essentials, and gradually expand to include clothes and savings, ideally invested in government securities, while avoiding irregular gifts. The article contrasts this with diamond purchases, suggesting War Savings Stamps as a prudent investment for a young graduate’s future.
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Run the Household on Budget System
A compact guide advocates starting a household budget to wisely divide income. It outlines typical spending shares, emphasizes saving bonds and stamps, and urges keeping full personal and household ledgers for future adjustment, aiming to lift families from financial despair to stability.
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