Single, 18, and Looking — 1800s Edition
Swipe left on Tinder and feast your eyes on this gem from the late 19th century: a newspaper ad by an 18-year-old man looking for a wife. That’s right — no apps, no emojis, just pure handwritten desperation printed on actual paper. He was young, eager, and probably owned one good vest. His criteria? “Decent, God-fearing, and able to churn butter.” Romantic, right?
This was old-school matchmaking at its finest: zero ghosting, 100% commitment, and the strong possibility of owning a cow together. Honestly, it’s kind of refreshing. Imagine finding love in the classifieds — and not just a coupon for soup.
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