The Princess Vilma Lwoff-Parlaghy unveils portrait of Naturalist John Burroughs on his 79th Birthday

It Happened on
April 08, 1916

The Washington Times
Washington, District of Columbia
08 Apr 1916, Saturday

9 months later


born on April 03, 1837 (d. 1921)

John Burroughs

American naturalist and nature essayist, active in the U.S. conservation movement.

born on January 05, 1917 (d. 2007)

Jane Wyman

American actress, singer, dancer, and philanthropist

born on April 03, 1837 (d. 1921)

John Burroughs

American naturalist and nature essayist, active in the U.S. conservation movement.

born on January 11, 1917

Henry Morgenthau III

American author and television producer, and scion of the Morgenthau dynasty and member of the Lehman family.

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Princess Vilma Lwoff-Parlaghy

Her serene Highness - Prolific portraitist of notable Europeans and Americans


John Burroughs

American naturalist and nature essayist, active in the U.S. conservation movement.

The Female Spectator (a monthly) is founded by Eliza Haywood in England, the first periodical written for women by a woman.

It Happened on
April 01, 1744

In 18th-century England, a woman by the name of Eliza Haywood became one of the most significant literary figures of her time. Born in 1693, Haywood lived in a time when women’s voices were largely marginalized in literature, but she defied the odds and made her mark in the literary world.

In 1744, Haywood created The Female Spectator, a periodical that was entirely written and edited by women. The publication was groundbreaking, as it was one of the first periodicals to be created solely for a female audience, and it provided a platform for women to express their thoughts and opinions on a variety of topics, from fashion to politics.

The Female Spectator was a product of Haywood’s determination to give women a voice and an opportunity to contribute to society.

As a writer and editor, Haywood had previously written numerous novels and plays, but with The Female Spectator, she aimed to create a space where women could discuss their own experiences and perspectives.

In the pages of The Female Spectator, women found a community where they could share their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. The publication covered a broad range of topics, including literature, fashion, politics, and social issues, and it quickly gained a loyal following among women of all backgrounds.

Eliza Haywood’s creation of The Female Spectator was not only revolutionary but also inspiring. She paved the way for women to have a voice in the literary world, and her contributions have influenced generations of women writers.

In conclusion, Eliza Haywood was a trailblazer and an inspiration to women everywhere. Her creation of The Female Spectator was a significant milestone in the history of women’s literature and paved the way for future generations of women writers. Let us remember her legacy and continue to celebrate her contributions to the literary world.

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Eliza Haywood

English writer, actress and publisher. An increase in interest and recognition of Haywood's literary works began in the 1980s