Housekeeping Monthly article from 1955
Have things changed in the past 50 years or what? Here's an article that appeared in 1955 - "The Good Wife's Guide".
Have dinner ready. Plan ahead,even the night before, to have a delicious meal ready, on time for his return. This is a way of letting him know that you have been thinking about him and are concerned about his needs. Most men are hungry when they come home and look forward to a good meal.
Prepare yourself. Take 15 miutes to rest so you'll be refreshed when he arrives. Touch up your make-up, put a ribbon in your hair and be fresh-looking. He's had a tough day.
Clear away the clutter. Make one last trip through the main part of the house just before your husband arrives. Gather up schoolbooks, toys, paper, etc and then run a dustcloth over the tables.
Over the cooler months of the year you should prepare and light a fire for him to unwind by. After all, caring for his comfort will provide you with immense personal satisfaction.
Minimize all noise. Turn off the washer, dryer or vacuum. Encourage the children to be quiet.
Greet him with a warm smile and show sincerity in your desire to please him.
Listen to him. You may have a dozen important things to tell him, but the moment of his arrival is not the time. Let him talk first. Remember, his topics of conversation are more important than yours.
Make the evening his. Never complain if he comes home late or goes out to dinner, or other places of entertainment without you. Instread, try to understand his world of strain and pressure.
Your goal is try to make sure your home is a place of peace, order and tranquility.
Don't greet him with complaints and problems.
Make him comfortable. Have him lean back in a comfortable chair or have him lie down in the bedroom. Have a cool or warm drink ready for him.
Arrange his pillow and offer to take off his shoes. Speak in a low, soothing and pleasant voice.
Don't ask him questions about his actions or question his judgment or integrity. Remember, he is the master of the house and as such will always exercise his will with fairness and truthfulness.
A good wife always knows her place. 
