This sexual education silent film addresses exercise and physical health, hygiene, hormones, anatomy, procreation, menstruation, and venereal disease. (Click on the link below to download from OPA.)
This is a sexual education film. It address hormones, anatomy, physical health, masterbation, venereal disease, and abstinence. (Click on the link below to download from OPA.)
"Children! They are the only real wealth that the nation possesses. Will any one contend that every child's heritage should not be a healthy mind and body? Yet hundreds of thousands of them are denied this heritage, just as hundreds of thousands of adults are denied health and happiness they might otherwise have, because of disease which science can wipe out if public sentiment demands it. The American Social Hygiene Association is the voice of organized public opinion against the venereal diseases, just as it is against commercialized prostitution and other enemies of the home and family. It is a cooperative association organized for service, not for profit. Through a monthly bulletin and a quarterly magazine sent free to all members; through motion pictures and posters; through pamphlets and lectures; through lantern slides and placards, and with continual direct-by-mail publicity, it is aiding individuals and communities to know the facts and act upon them. Can YOU afford to be out of touch with the facts? Fill out the attached blank so we can furnish them to you. Can't they be given a fair start?"
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"A man may transmit syphilis to his children. His children's children may pay the penalty of his mistake."]]>2015-02-25T13:06:56+00:00
This poster uses a graphic picture of a child with congenital syphilis to warn that men's decisions to have premarital sex can have drastic effects for their future children.
"A man may transmit syphilis to his children. His children's children may pay the penalty of his mistake."
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"'Ads' in newspapers, booklets and tin signs are put out by 'quacks' to get money from ignorant boys and men. Patent medicines and quick cures for syphilis and gonorrhea generally do more harm than good. Don't let 'quack' companies scare you by their talk about 'pimples,' 'vital losses,' etc. They are after your money. Don't worry. Lead an active, healthy life and forget about sex matters."]]>2013-11-08T08:04:52+00:00
This poster warns audiences about quack doctors, treatments, and advertisements. It is part of the "Keeping Fit" poster series.
"'Ads' in newspapers, booklets and tin signs are put out by 'quacks' to get money from ignorant boys and men. Patent medicines and quick cures for syphilis and gonorrhea generally do more harm than good. Don't let 'quack' companies scare you by their talk about 'pimples,' 'vital losses,' etc. They are after your money. Don't worry. Lead an active, healthy life and forget about sex matters."
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"Gonorrhea may cause stricture, bladder disease, rheumatism, heart disease, sterility and other diseases. If the germs of gonorrhea get into the body, they may remain in the deeper parts and, long after an apparent cure, cause a return of the disease. Gonorrhea can be cured if promptly and thoroughly treated, but its cure is often exceedingly difficult." ]]>2019-10-25T19:32:33+00:00
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Title
Germs of Gonorrhea
Description
This poster features an image of gonococci under a microscope. The text explains the effects of gonorrhea and emphasizes a cure is possible but difficult. The poster is part of the "Keeping Fit" poster series.
"Gonorrhea may cause stricture, bladder disease, rheumatism, heart disease, sterility and other diseases. If the germs of gonorrhea get into the body, they may remain in the deeper parts and, long after an apparent cure, cause a return of the disease. Gonorrhea can be cured if promptly and thoroughly treated, but its cure is often exceedingly difficult."
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"If some 'wise guy' tells you that sexual intercourse is not dangerous, the facts are: A girl who would yield to one man has probably had relations with another. Very likely she is diseased. Most prostitutes (private or public) have either syphilis or gonorrhea or both. Furthermore, there are no antiseptics, prophylactic treatments or other preventives which assure absolute safety."
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This poster warns young men not to have causal sex because it is likely they will contract VD.
"If some 'wise guy' tells you that sexual intercourse is not dangerous, the facts are: A girl who would yield to one man has probably had relations with another. Very likely she is diseased. Most prostitutes (private or public) have either syphilis or gonorrhea or both. Furthermore, there are no antiseptics, prophylactic treatments or other preventives which assure absolute safety."
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"These boys are blind because their mothers had gonorrhea, in most cases contracted from the father. Most of the blindness in children is due to gonorrhea."]]>2015-02-25T13:45:52+00:00
This poster features a photograph of young boys and explains that they have been blinded due to gonorrhea.
"These boys are blind because their mothers had gonorrhea, in most cases contracted from the father. Most of the blindness in children is due to gonorrhea."
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"Treat every girl as you would like to have another man or boy treat your sister, girl friend, or sweetheart."]]>2015-02-25T13:45:52+00:00
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"Somewhere the girl who may become your wife is keeping pure. Will you take to her a life equally clean?"]]>2015-02-25T13:44:11+00:00
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"This girl may become an invalid for life if she marries a man who has had gonorrhea not entirely cured. Gonorrhea causes: 1. Many surgical operations upon women; 2. Much invalidism among innocent wives; 3. Many childless marriages."]]>2015-02-25T13:44:11+00:00
"This girl may become an invalid for life if she marries a man who has had gonorrhea not entirely cured. Gonorrhea causes: 1. Many surgical operations upon women; 2. Much invalidism among innocent wives; 3. Many childless marriages."
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"Have you a right to go to the marriage altar demanding honor and purity in the girl you marry, unless you are willing to offer her a clean life?"]]>2013-11-08T07:28:23+00:00
This poster urges young men to remain abstinent until marriage, keeping in mind that they expect the same from their future wife. It is part of the "Keeping Fit" poster series.
"Have you a right to go to the marriage altar demanding honor and purity in the girl you marry, unless you are willing to offer her a clean life?"
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"Syphilis may affect any part of the body, including the brain and heart. It often causes paralysis, softening of the brain and death. Syphilis may be cured if treatment is begun early enough and continued long enough."]]>2013-11-01T12:01:21+00:00
This poster shows an image of a scientist in a lab and a microscopic view of syphilis microbes. It also explains the long-term effects of the illness and the effectiveness of early treatment.
"Syphilis may affect any part of the body, including the brain and heart. It often causes paralysis, softening of the brain and death. Syphilis may be cured if treatment is begun early enough and continued long enough."
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"Men who fail to develop self-control sometimes yield to sex temptation to indulge in sexual intercourse with immoral girls and become infected with a venereal (sex) disease. The chief venereal diseases are syphilis (pox) and gonorrhea (clap)."]]>2013-11-08T07:27:27+00:00
This poster warns audiences that engaging in premarital sex results in venereal disease. It is part of the "Keeping Fit" poster series.
"Men who fail to develop self-control sometimes yield to sex temptation to indulge in sexual intercourse with immoral girls and become infected with a venereal (sex) disease. The chief venereal diseases are syphilis (pox) and gonorrhea (clap)."
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"The man who has contracted gonorrhea or syphilis may bring suffering upon the innocent. When he marries, and the baby comes, it may be defective."]]>2015-02-25T13:05:49+00:00
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"A physician in a middlewestern city asked the State Health Department to trace the source of infection in 3 cases of newly acquired infectious syphilis in his practice, all men (B). The infection was traced back to 1 woman, a prostitute (A). Then the inquiry turned to persons whom these men might have infected. It was discovered that 1 man had infected 1 girl, and another man 9 girls, of whom 6 were under 18 years of age (C). Of these, 4 girls in turn infected 4 other men (D). In all 24 persons were examined and 18 were found infected and placed under treatment."]]>2013-11-01T07:48:46+00:00
This chart shows the results of an epidemiological investigation of cases of syphilis.
"A physician in a middlewestern city asked the State Health Department to trace the source of infection in 3 cases of newly acquired infectious syphilis in his practice, all men (B). The infection was traced back to 1 woman, a prostitute (A). Then the inquiry turned to persons whom these men might have infected. It was discovered that 1 man had infected 1 girl, and another man 9 girls, of whom 6 were under 18 years of age (C). Of these, 4 girls in turn infected 4 other men (D). In all 24 persons were examined and 18 were found infected and placed under treatment."
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"The Hare-Emergency Program: Treatment of every carrier of syphilis infection. The Tortoise-Long-Range Educational Program: Building in children and youth habits of self-control in sex as in all personal behavior, a sense of fair play, and an appreciation of facts, including timely correct information about venereal diseases. A Fast Track: A community environment free from unfair and difficult handicaps."]]>2015-07-09T11:51:31+00:00
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Title
"Hare and Tortoise--Three Essentials of Syphilis Prevention"
This poster describes long- and short-term social hygiene programs.
"The Hare-Emergency Program: Treatment of every carrier of syphilis infection. The Tortoise-Long-Range Educational Program: Building in children and youth habits of self-control in sex as in all personal behavior, a sense of fair play, and an appreciation of facts, including timely correct information about venereal diseases. A Fast Track: A community environment free from unfair and difficult handicaps."
This image juxtaposes two windows that represent society before and after life the promotion of social hygiene ideas. The "before" window reads "vulgar distortion of sex facts," "unsupervised amusements," "unsympathetic attitude of elders," and "low standards of living." The "after" window includes "correct information and sound view point on sex matters," "wholesome recreation -- wise use of leisure time," "sympathetic guidance," "good home environment." It also reads: "The American Social Hygiene Association is helping to bring about this window-cleaning by promoting: 1. The integration of sex education and character training in schools and colleges. 2. The training of parents in methods of sex education. 3. Increased recreational facilities and adequate supervision. 4. The use of visiting teachers, women police, probation officers, and other community protective agents."
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"Gonorrhea and syphilis usually can be cured if treatment is given early enough by a reputable physician or at a clinic : Long-continued treatment is often needed for complete cure : Patent medicines and self-treatment are dangerous. Advertising doctors should be avoided"]]>2015-02-25T13:31:41+00:00
This poster describes the importance of treatment. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"Gonorrhea and syphilis usually can be cured if treatment is given early enough by a reputable physician or at a clinic : Long-continued treatment is often needed for complete cure : Patent medicines and self-treatment are dangerous. Advertising doctors should be avoided"
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"A true friend stimulates you to be your best self. He never asks you to grant liberties : true courtesy is born of respect for yourself and others : A handshake indicates a friendly greeting; a kiss should mark a pledge of love : If you do not rightly value these expressions, you make yourself cheap : What kind of friends have you?]]>2013-10-18T08:48:33+00:00
This poster advises young women that friends always adhere to respectful social boundaries.
"A true friend stimulates you to be your best self. He never asks you to grant liberties : true courtesy is born of respect for yourself and others : A handshake indicates a friendly greeting; a kiss should mark a pledge of love : If you do not rightly value these expressions, you make yourself cheap : What kind of friends have you?
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"The sight or thought of food often causes a flow of gastric juices in the stomach : Anger of joy may mar or make the beauty of a face : Thoughts aroused by day-dreams of love tend to mold character : Let your day-dreams be fine and ennobling, not cheap and degrading : Don't cheat yourself out of the best in love"]]>2013-10-18T08:41:38+00:00
This poster advises young women to have positive thoughts. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"The sight or thought of food often causes a flow of gastric juices in the stomach : Anger of joy may mar or make the beauty of a face : Thoughts aroused by day-dreams of love tend to mold character : Let your day-dreams be fine and ennobling, not cheap and degrading : Don't cheat yourself out of the best in love"
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"A healthy, happy child is the greatest joy-bringer in the world : Healthy, happy children are born of fathers and mothers who have kept their bodies vigorous and free from disease, their minds eager and interested, their aspirations high : What will you give your children?"]]>2015-02-25T13:06:57+00:00
Dublin Core
Title
"The Happiness of Children"
Description
This poster associates healthy children with parents who have avoided VD. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"A healthy, happy child is the greatest joy-bringer in the world : Healthy, happy children are born of fathers and mothers who have kept their bodies vigorous and free from disease, their minds eager and interested, their aspirations high : What will you give your children?"
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"The secretion of the ovaries makes the girl grow into a woman : The secretion in the testes makes the boy grow into a man : The ovaries and testes also make possible fatherhood and motherhood--reproduction."]]>2015-02-25T13:45:52+00:00
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Title
Secretions
Description
This poster discusses hormones. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"The secretion of the ovaries makes the girl grow into a woman : The secretion in the testes makes the boy grow into a man : The ovaries and testes also make possible fatherhood and motherhood--reproduction."
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"A man who would lead a girl into sex relations may be infected with gonorrhea (clap) or syphilis (pox) : Gonorrhea and syphilis are germ diseases which are communicable (contagious) : The germs of either disease may be passed from a diseased person to another person through sexual intercourse; occasionally the germs of syphilis are acquired by using public towels or drinking cups, or by kissing"]]>2013-10-18T08:48:57+00:00
This poster advises that a man who wants to engage in premarital sex may have venereal disease. It describes how gonococcal and syphilitic germs may be transmitted. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"A man who would lead a girl into sex relations may be infected with gonorrhea (clap) or syphilis (pox) : Gonorrhea and syphilis are germ diseases which are communicable (contagious) : The germs of either disease may be passed from a diseased person to another person through sexual intercourse; occasionally the germs of syphilis are acquired by using public towels or drinking cups, or by kissing"
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"Love is essential, and mutual respect, common interests, and unselfish consideration are the foundations of love : Sexual abstinence before marriage for both man and woman is the only reliable safeguard for the welfare of the family : To be sure that both man and woman are physically fit, each should have a medical examination before marriage. The laws of several states now require such an examination"]]>2013-10-18T08:05:39+00:00
The poster promotes abstinence and medical exams before marriage. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"Love is essential, and mutual respect, common interests, and unselfish consideration are the foundations of love : Sexual abstinence before marriage for both man and woman is the only reliable safeguard for the welfare of the family : To be sure that both man and woman are physically fit, each should have a medical examination before marriage. The laws of several states now require such an examination"
]]>https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/items/show/347It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"Fitness of body and mind increases: Beauty Grace Friendships Self-respect Self-reliance Initiative Leadership Endurance Courage"]]>2013-10-18T08:01:24+00:00
]]>https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/items/show/346This poster warns about being to familiar with the opposite sex. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"The Correct Dancing Position : Conventions are the fences society has built to protect you and the race : Familiarities arouse dangerous desires. They waste your power for the finest human companionship and love : Physical attraction alone will never wholly satisfy : Complete and lasting love is of the mind as well as of the body"]]>2013-10-18T08:03:09+00:00
This poster warns about being to familiar with the opposite sex. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"The Correct Dancing Position : Conventions are the fences society has built to protect you and the race : Familiarities arouse dangerous desires. They waste your power for the finest human companionship and love : Physical attraction alone will never wholly satisfy : Complete and lasting love is of the mind as well as of the body"
]]>https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/items/show/345It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"In A Strange City : For a suitable place to stay and for other information ask the "Traveler's Aid" woman, the station matron, or a police man or woman"]]>2013-10-18T07:43:33+00:00
This poster advises women where to seek out information when arriving in a new city. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"In A Strange City : For a suitable place to stay and for other information ask the "Traveler's Aid" woman, the station matron, or a police man or woman"
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"Decent good times lead to more good times because they promote permanent friendships : Entertain your boy friends in your own home : Introduce them to your family and to older friends whom your trust : Be proud of your friends"]]>2013-10-18T07:38:06+00:00
This poster encourages young women to socialize with young men around their family and friends. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"Decent good times lead to more good times because they promote permanent friendships : Entertain your boy friends in your own home : Introduce them to your family and to older friends whom your trust : Be proud of your friends"
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"If the mother has gonorrhea, her child may be blinded at birth : Simple medical treatment at time of birth will prevent such blindness : Men who think themselves cured sometimes infect their wives with gonorrhea. Chronic ill-health and inability to have children are often caused by gonorrhea. Many serious operations on married women are due to this disease"]]>2015-02-25T13:06:57+00:00
This poster explains how men may transmit gonorrhea to their family and that children can be blinded by the illness. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"If the mother has gonorrhea, her child may be blinded at birth : Simple medical treatment at time of birth will prevent such blindness : Men who think themselves cured sometimes infect their wives with gonorrhea. Chronic ill-health and inability to have children are often caused by gonorrhea. Many serious operations on married women are due to this disease"
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"Every child has a right to be well-born : If the father or the mother has syphilis, the child may be born or defective"]]>2015-02-25T13:06:57+00:00
]]>https://vdarchive.newmedialab.cuny.edu/items/show/341 "'Pick-up' acquaintances often take girls autoriding, to cafés, and to theatres with the intention of leading them into sex relations. Disease or child-birth may follow : Avoid the man who tries to take liberties with you : He is selfishly thoughtless and inconsiderate of you : Believe no one who says it is necessary to indulge sex desire : Know the men you associate with"]]>2013-10-18T07:38:41+00:00
This poster warns women not to associate with men they don't know. It is part of a larger poster series called "Youth and Life."
"'Pick-up' acquaintances often take girls autoriding, to cafés, and to theatres with the intention of leading them into sex relations. Disease or child-birth may follow : Avoid the man who tries to take liberties with you : He is selfishly thoughtless and inconsiderate of you : Believe no one who says it is necessary to indulge sex desire : Know the men you associate with"
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 169, Folder 06, http://purl.umn.edu/111701.
This photograph shows young men looking at a exhibit of social hygiene posters. This page originally appeared in a book titled, Two Years Fighting V.D. (1920) by the USPHS.
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 169, Folder 06, http://purl.umn.edu/111701.
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 169, Folder 06, http://purl.umn.edu/111701.
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, Box 169, Folder 06, http://purl.umn.edu/111701.
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"Now he is building a strong, beautiful body and steady nerves : Soon he will be building ideas and laying foundations for social life : Promote through study groups a better understanding of him by parents and teachers : Develop in him high ideals of family life; a wholesome sex attitude; sound habits; pride in himself and his race"]]>2015-02-25T13:06:57+00:00
Dublin Core
Title
"That The Children of Tomorrow May Inherit Health"
This poster promotes social hygiene among parents and children.
"Now he is building a strong, beautiful body and steady nerves : Soon he will be building ideas and laying foundations for social life : Promote through study groups a better understanding of him by parents and teachers : Develop in him high ideals of family life; a wholesome sex attitude; sound habits; pride in himself and his race"
American Social Health Association Records (1905-2005), University of Minnesota, Social Welfare History Archives, National Congress of Parents and Teachers, circa 1920, Box Oversize flat 1, http://purl.umn.edu/62526.