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Godey's lady's book (1840)

Philadelphia, Pa. : L.A. Godey · leaf 662

An illustration from Godey's lady's book, 1840, leaf 662
25 cents. godeys arm-chair. 85 The Scolds Bridle.—Such things have been talkedof, but probably very few of our readers suppose thereever was such a thing ; but there was in former days.They are not needed now. We love too well to hear theladies talk, and have more respect for them than to useany… … enters the mouth, and prevonts articulation. It origi-nally bore the following inscription, and the date 1633,but only faint traces now remain of either. Chester presents Walton with a bridle,To curb womens tongues that talk too idle. A Valuable Book for Ladtfs—Art Recreations.—AComplete Guide and…

Women · American literature · Costume · Arts

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