Satirical musings on folly and public virtue in society
The piece critiques marriage romanticism, opportunistic reformers, and imperial critics while highlighting a monkish caution about leisure sleep. It cites Willard on workers clubs, German lese majeste trials, a Chicago Chinese laundry, and a French scientist on digestion. Public advertising reform and social reform theories are discussed, urging health, rest, and cheerful living as life’s oil.
Prove You Love Me Love tests and a late confession
Pierre Bridault pursues a public display of love to win Mme Delvour’s hand seeking proof of devotion. After months of refusals she finally admits she loves him and recalls her cruel test, leading to a reconciliatory embrace.
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Profit-Sharing For Farm Girls Since Harvest
The piece argues farmers should grant girls a share in farm profits and earnings, noting girls perform major domestic labor and harvesting work yet rarely receive independent income. It cites widows managing farms successfully, asserts financial ability in women, and urges equal profit sharing as a sound, profitable policy.
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Philadelphia Times
New Minister and Old Minister Spar Over Moneybags
A brief Puck dialogue features a new minister proposing to hold Moneybags up to scorn while the old minister counsels restraint. The exchange ends with the suggestion to simply hold him up.
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