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Ceiling on Wives Hats and Habits Causes Domestic Debate
In the Twitchell home Elmer imposes whimsical ceilings on his wife’s expenses from hats to bridge losses and charitable gifts. He sets ceilings on pin money and individual subscriptions while Mrs Twitchell resists, prompting a domestic standoff as inflation looms in wartime. The piece blends social satire with absurdity and two harsher political notes.
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Elmer
American Fund
Mr. Twitchell