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Corset Fight Spurs European and American Reform Debates
A long court case centers on Mrs Genevieve La Croix Aquinas who cannot wear corsets due to a broken rib from a past incident with Gifford Horton. The piece surveys corset criticism from royal to democratic voices, praising natural figures and urging legislative reform over fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Genevieve la Croix Aquinas
Gifford Horton
Adam
Mrs. Aquinas
Europe
Carmen Sylva
Italy
Helena
Alexandra
Berlin
Isaac T. Headland
China