Signature etiquette for letter writers in 19th century guidance
A dated etiquette piece explains formal and informal name usage for letters, detailing when to use Mary Smith Buss or Mary Biss, and how signatures should appear for different relationships. It recounts Clara Swayne and Johnny Swayne’s wartime letters and ends with cautions on proper signature forms and avoiding incorrect attributions. The article emphasizes preserving formality in business and social correspondence and advises against signing with married names in certain contexts.
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Basmens
Mary Smith Buss
Mary Biss
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The New Female Name Signatures Explained for Mrs Bliss
This piece explains how a married woman adopts and uses her new name on cards letters and forms. It covers when to sign as Mrs John Allen Bliss and how to present the name in social and formal contexts, emphasizing correct signature usage and ownership of identity.
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Mary Smith Buss
John Allen
Joly Allen Buss
John Bliss
Mary Dbllis
King Fens
Legion of Anm
Mary Rose
Joh Allen Bliss
John Alen Bliss
Ration Calendar Mentions and Coupon Details
The document lists ration period notes and coupon references, including validity ranges July through September, various stamp and coupon codes, and mentions of adjusted values and invalidation plans. It references locations such as Calgary and mentions timing around August to September with stamps and coupons.
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Iheongiy Po
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Wante
Vennesson Tontis
Blur Atalqna
Uheough Fine
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Porongen
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