Duties of the Husband

Duties of the Husband
1883

Now that you are married do not allow yourself a slovenly appearance. Dress neatly, bathe often and give attention to the trimming of your hair and beard, nature's badge of manliness.

Take care your clothing or breath is not tainted with the fumes of tobacco or strong drink.

Your good manners captured your wife, continue them. Do not sneeze or expectorate at the table, or allow butter, soup, or other food to remain on your whiskers. Do not be a dictator at home, it is your wife's province.

Remember, your wife should be first to be cared for and given the most courteous attention. When traveling make sure the horse selected for her is reliable and gentle.

Never reproach your wife for an error which was done with a good motive at the time.

Always use the most gentle and loving words when addressing your wife in public.

Never leave your home without a tender goodbye and loving words. They may be your last.