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Suffragette Votes for Women Hooks & Eyes
A tiny cardboard box, packaging for Votes for Women (Trademark!) hooks and eyes. Guaranteed rust proof. An absolute necessity for the dressmaker in keeping garments closed. No makers name, but clearly an enterprising firm in embracing a popular slogan. Date: circa 1910
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Absolute Cardboard Closed Dressmaker Embracing Enterprising Eyes Firm Garments Guaranteed Hooks Keeping Makers Necessity Packaging Proof Rust Slogan Suffrage Suffragette Suffragettes Tiny Trademark Votes Rights
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This photograph presents a small, yet significant piece of history: a cardboard box from circa 1910, packaging for "Votes for Women (Trademark!) hooks and eyes. The hooks and eyes, an essential tool for dressmakers in securing closed garments, were produced by an enterprising firm that embraced the popular suffragette slogan. The rust-proof hooks and eyes were guaranteed to be an absolute necessity for any dressmaker during this era, as the suffrage movement gained momentum. The suffragettes, women's rights activists who fought for the right to vote, made their presence known through various means, including the use of slogans and symbols. The Votes for Women slogan became a rallying cry for the movement, and it was not uncommon for businesses to capitalize on its popularity. This box, with its bold and clear label, is a testament to the impact of the suffragette movement on popular culture. Despite the absence of a makers name on the box, it is evident that the firm was eager to align itself with the cause. The use of the trademark symbol further emphasizes the commercial success of the product. This tiny, yet historically significant, artifact serves as a reminder of the power of symbols and slogans in shaping public opinion and driving social change. The Votes for Women hooks and eyes were more than just a practical solution for dressmakers; they were a symbol of solidarity and support for the suffragette cause. This box, now a precious relic from the past, continues to tell the story of the suffragettes and their unwavering determination to secure the right to vote for women.
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