First publication of the Ladies' Home Journal
- When
- 1883
- Where
- Philadelphia
- Episodes
- 1
The Ladies' Home Journal was first published on February 16, 1883, in Philadelphia. Louisa Knapp Curtis developed the women's section and edited the magazine from 1883 to 1889. The publication later became part of the Curtis Publishing Company, founded in 1891 by Cyrus H. Curtis.
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Background and detail
Publication. The Ladies' Home Journal was first published on February 16, 1883. It eventually became one of the leading women's magazines in the United States. Louisa Knapp Curtis served as editor for the first six years, from 1883 to 1889, before the magazine became an independent publication.
Corporate Context. The Curtis Publishing Company was founded in 1891 in Philadelphia. The Ladies' Home Journal became part of this company. The company grew to become one of the largest and most influential publishers in the United States during the early 20th century.
People involved
- Louisa Knapp Curtis · Editor
- Cyrus H. Curtis · Publisher of the People's Ledger; later founder of the Curtis Publishing Company
Sources
- Ladies' Home Journal Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-19
- Curtis Publishing Company Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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