Fear of matrimony drives men to avoid the altar
A Chicago Tribune excerpt quotes a lawyer on why many men fear marriage. Cases include men fleeing engagements over temper, jealousy, or fear of punishment, with excuses ranging from danger of lifelong commitment to maternal interference. The anecdotes illustrate a broader pattern of reluctance to wed.
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Ancient cities and modern crowds in vintage prose
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