In 1954, 40 percent of Americans told pollsters that whipping was the most effective punishment for misbehaving children.
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The 1950s rule that punished kids for getting dirty: Why clean clothes mattered more than play
Today, getting dirty is often seen as a natural part of childhood, tied to creativity and outdoor play. But in the 1950s, expectations were very different. Children who got their clothes dirty after ...
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