1930 · Danvers, Massachusetts
by Eleanor Coray Forman
Danvers, Massachusetts, 1930. Very good.. A charming promotional leaflet for talks given by Eleanor Coray Forman on the history of women and bonnets: "In this unusual and inspirational talk Mrs. Forman uses fascinating bonnets to illustrate worthwhile qualities in life; old fashioned bonnets for a sense of humor, an aviatrix helmet for courage, lovely bonnets to typify the quest for and appreciation of beauty, a Quaker bonnet for simplicity, a sunbonnet for the enjoyment of home life, a nurse's cap for service, a student's cap for study and a bride's bonnet for love". Forman used poetry and music to accompany her talk. Eleanor Coray Forman (1899-1980) was a children's librarian who served as a missionary in India for five years. She was a librarian at the Wakefield and North Andover Public Libraries, and directed the religious education program at the Maple Street Congregational Church in Danvers, Massachusetts. Measures approx. 4.75" by 5". The tri-fold pamphlet resembles a hatter's shopfront, but opens to reveal a photo of the speaker and a description of her talk. This copy has an ink note inside, noting discounts for clubs.
(Inventory #: 24010821)