If and the Man

Ladies' Mirror, Volume 5, Issue 5, 1 November 1926, Page 63

If and the Man

If lie recognises his wife as boss, he’s henpecked; if he disputes her authority, he’s a brute. If he gives her all his money, he’s an idiot; if lie withholds it from her, he’s a miser. If he smokes in his den, he’s a sullen hermit: if he smokes in the drawing-room, he’s a slovenly old thing. If he remembers all the little sentimental anniversaries, he’s a bank-

nipt; if he forgets them, he’s a heartless wretch. If he offers advice for the upbringing of the kiddies, he’s a meddler: if he doesn’t, he an undutiful parent. If he plunges himself into business and becomes a millionaire, he’s neglectful; if he takes business cares lightly and devotes himself to his family, he’s a poor provider. What is he to do?—