The economic position of women
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The economic position of women

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The economic position of women

About this book

The Economic Position of Women is a comprehensive and insightful examination of the social and economic status of women, authored by Emilie M. Josephine Hutchinson and published in 1909. Drawing on historical context, statistical data, and contemporary analysis, the book explores the myriad ways in which women have participated in the workforce, the challenges they have faced, and the societal attitudes that have shaped their opportunities and limitations. Hutchinson delves into the evolution of women's labor, from domestic service and factory work to professional and clerical roles, highlighting the persistent wage disparities and barriers to advancement that women encountered. The book also addresses the impact of marriage, motherhood, and legal restrictions on women's economic independence, and considers the broader implications for social reform and gender equality. Through detailed case studies and comparisons with other countries, The Economic Position of Women offers a nuanced perspective on the progress made and the obstacles that remained at the turn of the twentieth century. It stands as a significant contribution to the early literature on women's rights and labor history, providing valuable context for understanding the ongoing struggle for economic justice and gender equity.

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Table of contents

  1. PROCEEDINGS OF THE ACADEMY OF POLITICAL SCIENCE IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK
  2. CONTENTS
  3. INTRODUCTION
  4. THE HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN’S WORK IN THE UNITED STATES
  5. CHANGES IN WOMEN’S WORK IN BINDERIES[30]
  6. THE TRAINING OF MILLINERY WORKERS
  7. TRAINING FOR SALESMANSHIP
  8. THE EDUCATION AND EFFICIENCY OF WOMEN[36]
  9. STANDARDS OF LIVING AND THE SELF-DEPENDENT WOMAN
  10. A NEW SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT[40]
  11. MARRIED WOMEN IN INDUSTRY
  12. THE ECONOMICS OF “EQUAL PAY FOR EQUAL WORK” IN THE SCHOOLS OF NEW YORK CITY
  13. WOMEN AND THE TRADE-UNION MOVEMENT IN THE UNITED STATES
  14. A WOMAN’S STRIKE—AN APPRECIATION OF THE SHIRTWAIST MAKERS OF NEW YORK
  15. VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR WOMEN
  16. TRAINING THE YOUNGEST GIRLS FOR WAGE EARNING
  17. EMPLOYMENT BUREAUS FOR WOMEN
  18. THE CONSTITUTIONAL ASPECT OF THE PROTECTION OF WOMEN IN INDUSTRY
  19. THE ILLINOIS TEN-HOUR DECISION[73]
  20. A SELECTED LIST OF BOOKS AND PAMPHLETS IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE ON WOMEN IN INDUSTRY[74]
  21. Transcriber’s Notes