Signed Handbill, "I am Opposed to Woman's Suffrage," circa 1915
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Artifact Overview
During the struggle for women's voting rights in the early 20th century, many men and some women strongly opposed the notion of women voting. These "anti-suffragists" argued that women were both physically and emotionally incapable of dealing with the strains of politics. The Miss Florence Hoagland who signed this card apparently agreed with these assessments.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Handbill
Date Made
circa 1915
Subject Date
circa 1915
Collection Title
Location
at Henry Ford Museum in With Liberty & Justice for All
Object ID
2004.98.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Cardboard
Technique
Handwriting
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 3 in
Width: 5 in
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