Start Right in Life by Avoiding Foolish and Unnecessary Extravagances
Economy tells us we must learn to do without many things we would like, and forego all unnecessary luxuries, recreations and pleasures which call for money.
We can be happy without these things and enjoy the forgotten pleasures of home.
Cut down on rent, table, clothes, etc.
The burden of economy falls upon the women who do the marketing, cooking and housework.
Let the men save on personal expenses. A woman can throw out more at the back door than a man can bring in through the front, but his billiards or pool, cigars and drinks soon devour the pennies and dimes saved by the wife.
Do not buy what you do not need or that you can get along without.
Do not make fun of pennies and dimes as unimportant. Instead of saying, “It is only a penny,” say “It is a whole penny.”
Strive to learn economical buying. No one has enough money to say that cost is of no account. Get the very best for your money. Don’t buy blindly without inquiring the price, and always remember that a penny or a dime in your pocket is just as much at home as in that of the merchant.
Do not ride when you can walk. You need exercise and walking is the best and cheapest method, much cheaper and better than the bowling alley.
Don’t buy two pounds of meat when one pound will do; nor a bushel when a peck is sufficient.
The first fruits and vegetables of the season are expensive; wait a few days and they will be cheaper and more mature.