Temperance album
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Temperance album
Temperance album. Date c1871 Aug. 1
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This beautiful temperance album page, dated August 1, 1871, showcases an intricately designed illustration of the Temperance pledge, a commitment to abstain from alcohol. The image is surrounded by a decorative border, filled with symbolic elements that represent the virtues of temperance, such as a balanced scale, an hourglass, and a grapevine being pruned. The Temperance movement gained significant momentum during the 19th century, as concerns over the negative effects of alcohol consumption on individuals and society grew. Temperance societies, such as the Women's Christian Temperance Union, advocated for the total prohibition of alcohol and promoted the signing of pledges as a way to demonstrate personal commitment to the cause. The album page serves as a testament to the cultural significance of the Temperance movement during this time period. It also provides a glimpse into the artistic and design sensibilities of the era, with its intricate details and use of symbolism. The page's pristine condition and the care taken to preserve it over the years speak to the importance placed on personal commitments and the role of the album as a keepsake. The Temperance pledge reads, "The Supreme Being doth grant me the gift of life, and crowned it with reason and conscience; doth will that I should live a temperate, orderly, and godly life, permitting no appetite to master me. I pledge my life, my fortune, and my sacred honor, never to allow the sale or use of ardent spirits in my family. I will drink no liquor, nor keep it in my house. I will endeavor to make my home a temple of love, purity, and peace, and to make myself a blessing to my family and to the world." This album page is a powerful reminder of the personal and societal impact of the Temperance movement and the enduring values it represented.
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