10 Bits of Patronising Marriage Advice From Another Era

9. And if he cheats on you, shut up:

“But in case of an occasional lapse on the part of the husband””there a bit of advice may prove acceptable. And my advice would be: forgive and forget. Or still better””make believe that you know nothing. An occasional lapse from the straight path does not mean that he has ceased to love you. He may love you as much; he may love you a good deal more.” – William Josephus Robinson, “Married Life and Happiness” 1922.

10. Don’t bore your husband with tedious talk about his own child:

“Don’t nauseate your husband with talking “baby” all the time. As baby’s father, he will stand a good deal of it, but remember there are other interests in the world.” – “Don’ts For Wives” 1913

What’s the most outrageous, antiquated marital advice you’ve ever heard?