human
It's something that I've never experienced, he replied at length.
gpt
In a general way, I've done what I wanted.
human
Which is a privilege that is denied us.
gpt
What do women who are left to their own resources do in western Canada?
human
Some of them marry; I suppose that's the most natural thing, answered Vane, with an air of reflection that amused her.
gpt
Anyway, they have plenty of opportunities. There's a preponderating number of unattached young men in the newly opened parts of the Dominion.
human
Things are different here; or perhaps we require more than they do across the Atlantic. What becomes of the others?
gpt
They are waitresses in the hotels; they learn stenography and typewriting, and go into offices and stores.
human
And earn just enough to live upon meagerly? If their wages are high, they must pay out more. That follows, doesn't it?
gpt
To some extent.
human
Is there nothing better open to them?
gpt
No; not unless they're trained for it and become specialized. That implies peculiar abilities and a systematic education with one end in view. You can't enter the arena to fight for the higher prizes unless you're properly armed. The easiest way for a woman to acquire power and influence is by a judicious marriage. No doubt, it's the same here.
human
It is, laughed Evelyn.
gpt
A man is more fortunately situated.
human
Probably; but if he's poor, he's rather walled in, too. He breaks through now and then; and in the newer countries he gets an opportunity.