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In 1906 Guthrie, Oklahoma, History teacher, Ellie Henderson, has been a thorn in High School Principal Max Colbert’s side ever since he took over three months ago. When she’s not flying by his office, late for her class, with books and papers jumbled in her arms, she’s attending Suffragettes meetings against his orders.
Because of her family connections, he can’t fire her, but he can certainly find someone to marry her, and keep her busy in the kitchen. And far away from his school. Max soon finds that what seemed like a good idea can turn into disaster when Miss Ellie Henderson is involved. The woman is a master at getting into trouble.
With the Christmas season in full swing, he has many opportunities to introduce her to prospective husbands. However, the uncomfortable feeling is growing that no one is worthy of the minx…
With the Christmas season in full swing, he has many opportunities to introduce her to prospective husbands. However, the uncomfortable feeling is growing that no one is worthy of the minx…
August 11, 1906: The Guthrie Sentinel, New Community News, Page Two
The Guthrie Sentinel is proud to introduce our readers to Mr. Max Colbert, the new Principal of the Logan County High School.
Reporter: The former principal, Mr. David Robinson, had been in that position for quite some time. Do you anticipate making changes now that you’ve taken on the job?
Mr. Colbert: I have gone through files Mr. Robinson left behind, and spoken to several teachers. It does appear some changes are needed, particularly with the staff.
Reporter: Will you be letting some teachers go? Is that the changes you anticipate?
Mr. Colbert: Not at all. I’m re-thinking our list of acceptable teacher activities. Several pursuits do not reflect well on the teaching community. It is important that we represent ourselves with dignity and decorum.
Reporter: Are there any activities in particular you would like to see abandoned by your teachers?
Mr. Colbert: One of our teachers is actively involved in Women’s Rights’ movements, which is totally inappropriate for a teacher of young minds. There are other things as well, which we’ll deal with one at a time.
Reporter: Do you anticipate any problems with the changes you plan?
Mr. Colbert: Not at all. I’m sure all the teachers will be happy to have a strong leader guiding them, and encouraging them to put forth their best efforts both in and outside of the classroom.
Reporter: Well, we certainly wish you well in your endeavor. Thank you for joining us today.
Mr. Colbert: Thank you. I look forward to a productive year.
August 11, 1906: The Guthrie Sentinel, Spotlight on Our Citizens, Page Three:
Today we interview Miss Ellie Henderson, History teacher at Logan County High School, and spokeswoman for Guthrie branch of The Women’s Rights Movement.
Reporter: Miss Henderson, how does your activities with the Movement fit with your job as teacher?
Miss Henderson: Quite well, actually. Our Principal, Mr. Robinson, is very supportive of our activities. He encourages us to think for ourselves and embrace whatever causes we see fit.
Reporter: Are you aware that Mr. Robinson has retired from his position at the high school?
Miss Henderson: I heard rumors to that effect at the end of last term, but I don’t think it will make any difference to our Movement.
Reporter: Suppose your new principal is not supportive of your activities?
Miss Henderson: I don’t see that as a problem, sir. I’m sure our new principal will be just as accommodating as Mr. Robinson has always been. Men are much more enlightened in the new century.
Reporter: If any of our readers wish to join your organization, where can they find you?
Miss Henderson: We meet every Tuesday at the Library at eight o’clock. We welcome all those interested.
Reporter: Well, we certainly wish you well with the Movement, and your teaching career. Thank you for joining us today.
Miss Henderson: Thank you. I look forward to another year of instructing young people and opening their minds to the benefits of equal rights.
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Max Colbert and Ellie Henderson are about to start the school year. By December, sparks are flying. Will they resolve their differences? Or has the school become a battle ground between two stubborn combatants?
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England, 1817. David Worthington, Duke of Penrose dislikes Miss Meredith Chambers, the American governess who accompanied his new wards. He especially detests his attraction to the insufferable woman, and is anxious for her replacement to arrive.
Merry is thrilled when the Dowager Duchess Penrose hires her as a companion. Now she can stay with her beloved charges. But can she ignore how her heart thumps when the pompous duke gets close?
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