Areas of study the subject was divided into four areas of study. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Preserving the core historical literature of home economics before 1950. This 1950s guide for wives will make you very happy its 2016. State and municipal documents as sources of triton motion for institution managers and other students of home economics.
Relatedly, in the 1960s and 1970s, home economics came under fire with changing societal norms for women at home and in the workplace. An extract from a 1950s home economics book recently took the internet by storm, with thousands unsure whether to be shocked or amused by the cringeworthy marriage advice offered to women. The following is from an actual 1950s home economics book intended for secondary school girls, teaching them how to prepare for married life. Excerpt from a 1950s home economics textbook compiled by ms. These fascinating books take us back to an america in the early decades of the 20th century covering topics on cookery, textiles, family and home, budgeting, domestic. A handbook in home economics for junior high schools.
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