Out of them all
let those which are considered the best for men and most suitable for women
be recommended, with such improvements as the congress may deem necessary.
The advantages of a universal uniformity of costumes would be far-reaching.
There would be no further occasion for any one to look askance at another,
as has frequently happened when some stranger has been seen
wearing what was considered an uncomely or unsuitable garb;
universal uniformity of costume would also tend to draw people
closer together, and to make them more friendly. Uniforms and badges
promote brotherhood. I have enough faith in the American people to believe
that my humble suggestion will receive their favorable consideration
and that in due time it will be carried into effect.
Chapter 11. American versus Chinese Civilization
This is a big subject. Its exhaustive treatment would require a large volume.
In a little chapter such as this I have no intention of doing more
than to cast a glance at its cuff buttons and some of the frills on its shirt.
Those who want a thesis must look elsewhere.
Now what is Civilization? According to Webster it is "the act of civilizing
or the state of being civilized; national culture; refinement."
"Civilization began with the domestication of animals,"
says Alfred Russell Wallace, but whether for the animal that was domesticated
or for the man domesticating it is not clear. In a way the remark
probably applies to both, for the commencement of culture,
or the beginning of civilization, was our reclamation from a savage state.
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