Times Past: For moms on the go

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Snapshot from the Times archives: May 6, 1979

Even back in the 1970s, moms needed more time -- to raise kids, run the house, keep up with ‘activity-oriented hobbies’ and pursue a career. But this two-page spread was there to help. It suggested that these moms-on-the-go could use a ‘micro’ computer with data cassette recorder (deemed indispensable). ‘Looking to the future, we anticipate a programmer that will operate appliances, lights, security systems, air conditioning and heating,’ the article said.

Also on the list: an IBM Selectric typewriter (to get ‘home-work done quickly’) and a ‘space-age’ convection oven (to handle ‘major baking, roasting and dehydrating chores’).

The closing line: ‘Could today’s action-packed mom ask for anything more, except maybe a hug and a kiss?’

-- Joan Fantazia

Next week: It’s Dad’s turn.