An American Physician: Elizabeth Garret Anderson

Elizabeth Garret Anderson, the first American woman physician, has founded the New Hospital for Women in London. Anderson’s close friend and mentor, Elizabeth Blackwell, assists Anderson as a professor of gynecology. Anderson expresses the difficulties of trying to make it in the medical field as a woman. Anderson is determined to pave the way for women and pass an act permitting women to enter medical professions. 

'The Very Model of a Modern Major' Musical

The collaboration of Librettist W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan in the comic opera of The Pirates of Penzance was truly brilliant! Llewellyn Cadwaladr, as Fredic, fit the role perfectly and emphasized the difficulties in the life of pirates. The Pirates of Penzance is about a young man named Fredric who is released from his apprenticeship to a band of pirates. Fredric falls in love with the daughter of Major-General Stanley, Mabel, but then tragically has to remain an apprentice for 63 years.  Will Fredric and Mabel be together in the end or will the pirate life take Fredric captive forever?  

Furnish Your Home with Elegance

Renee’s Catalogue of Elegant Victorian Furniture,
sent free by post.

“Great selection of unique and exquisite furniture at unbelievable prices!” – Sir  Leicester

Renee’s Catalogue of Elegant Victorian Furniture has just opened and is located on Cursitor Street directly across from Sol’s Arms Tavern. The furniture features handmade details suitable for anyone. This sophisticated furniture comes in several different designs including brass, iron, walnut and mahogany. Its comfort and ease will brighten any foggy day.

Come in and stop by, 199 Cursitor Street.

The "Good" Lady

Dear Above and Below,

       I am a servant for a very respectable family and have a few things I would like to address. M’lady is very rude and does not appreciate no think. M’lady pays no attention to her poor children. I am more of a mother to her children than she is. M’lady cares more about Africa then she does her own daughter. M’lady’s daughter is about to get married and M’lady has no idea. She’d rather fight for Africa than allow her child to be happy.

                                                                                     Sincerely,

       An Annoyed Servant   

Miss Pruente's Propriety Principles

Advice for Servants for the Running of a Prim and Proper House

Servants follow very strict rules. Servants are required to be obedient and loyal. They must not talk unless they are directly spoken too. When they are spoken to, their hands must be kept still and they must always look at the person addressing them.  If a servant is required to walk with a lady or gentleman, they must always keep a few steps behind. Servants have to learn to be fast eaters and never eat dinner at the dining room table. 

Dreary Days Need Not Be So Dreary

When the weather is dreary, one may question what to do. Listening to the broken chords of Maria Lindsey can help pass the time away. One can also brighten the day by playing a luxury instrument. The piano and flute are both suitable instruments that “soften the manners” and “refine the taste” of its listeners. Dancing the elegant dance of the Waltz or Polka can turn any dreary day into a delightful time. Children can expand their imagination by pretending they are the characters in The Beggar's Opera. Although the weather may be dreary, any day can be brightened by being prepared.