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The only trouble here is they wont let us study enough. They are so afraid we shall break down and you know the reputati
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"The only trouble here is they won't let us study enough. They are so afraid we shall break down and you know the reputation of the College is at stake, for the question is, can girls get a college degree without ruining their health?"

- Ellen Henrietta Swallow Richards

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This quote by Ellen Henrietta Swallow Richards speaks with the challenges faced by women in the late 19th century. At the time, women were not allowed to pursue higher education to the exact same extent as men, and there was a fear that if they did, it would lead to health issue. Richards is revealing her aggravation with this circumstance, keeping in mind that the college's track record is at stake if women are not permitted to study enough. She is highlighting the importance of permitting ladies to pursue college, and the possible consequences of not doing so. This quote is a suggestion of the importance of offering equal opportunities for all genders, and the possible benefits that can come from it.

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