Dr. Barton Goldsmith: From 'the personals' to the impersonal

Before the emergence of internet dating, individuals frequently utilized personal ads in magazines and newspapers to find partners. Dr. Barton Goldsmith recalls this era, noting that several of his acquaintances successfully met people through these traditional print advertisements. Motivated by these examples and his own youth, Dr. Barton Goldsmith decided to attempt this method of seeking companionship himself, marking a shift from the early personal connections to the more impersonal nature of modern dating.