The Counsel of Trent #971 - FFAF: I Love 19th Century Personal Ads
Dec 6, 2024
Delve into the quirky world of 19th-century personal ads and their surprising similarities to today’s dating scene. Discover the poetic expressions of romance that defined matchmaking, contrasting with the more casual approaches of modern relationships. Explore the societal pressures and personal challenges faced by those seeking companionship in a time of rigid norms. Through humorous insights, the discussion highlights the timeless quest for love, revealing how far we've come—and how some things remain the same.
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Trent and Laura's Reconnection
- Trent used social media to reconnect with his wife, Laura, after meeting in person through friends.
- They did not meet solely on social media, but he messaged her on Facebook after she moved to another state.
Shifting Social Landscapes
- Historically, people married within their communities, connecting through family or friends.
- The Industrial Revolution and migration to cities disrupted these connections, leading to new methods of finding partners.
19th-Century Misconnections
- The Cincinnati Enquirer published personal ads, including "misconnections," which drew criticism from Archbishop William Henry Elder.
- The Archbishop deemed the newspaper "unfit to be read" due to its "filthy, nasty, obscene, and abominable" content.