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Feminists, Feminisms, and Advertising
It was great to see the promotional materials available for the book, Feminists, Feminisms, and Advertising. My chapter is about home economics and careers for women in advertising. As I wrote: Many of these women – both in the women’s pages of newspapers and adverting copy writers – found their careers through home economics. The stories of educated women’s paid employment are often defined by careers as nurses, teachers, or librarians. Yet, home economics (initially called domestic science) was a popular college major for women who found careers upon graduation. As part of their majors, they learned about writing copy, understanding new technologies, and educating consumers. They went on to…
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Bonnie Angelo Has Died: A Journalism Pioneer
I was sad to see that journalist Bonnie Angelo had died. She started in the women’s pages and went on to be a significant political reporter. I often include Angelo in my research – especially about her description of women’s role at the National Press Club in the 1960s. Below is from my book, Women Politicking Politely: Women journalists were excluded from membership in the Washington, D.C., based National Press Club until 1971. This was a significant exclusion as important politicians and celebrities delivered speeches at the press club. Prior to 1955, women were not even allowed in the club building to cover the speeches that made news. As a…
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Chicago Food Encyclopedia: Ruth Ellen Church
I am enjoying reading the great reviews of the Chicago Food Encyclopedia. My contribution is the entry for Chicago Tribune food editor Ruth Ellen Church.
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Great Publicity for Women & Politics Book
I was happy to see that my women & politics book is on the first page of my publisher’s fall brochure.
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Speaking at the Matheson Museum in Gainesville
I had a great time talking about my book, Women Politicking Politely, in Gainesville, Florida, this weekend. Here is a column I wrote about it.
- Florida Women's Pages, Marjorie Paxson, National Women and Media Collection, women and journalism, women and news
Missouri Times: Marjorie Paxson Essay
My essay about women’s page editor turned publisher Marjorie Paxson has been published in Missouri Times. I was happy to give Paxson recognition after she was largely forgotten after her death in June.
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