Category Archives: holiday post

1928 Children’s Book Recommendations From a Former Chicago Public Librarian, Just in Time for Christmas…

Posted on December 18, 2019 by

Since my previous Christmas book recommendations were popular last year, I figured I’d try another one. This time around, however, we’re focusing on children’s books. ~*~ Today’s 1928 recommendations come from Agatha L. Shea, a former Supervisor of Children’s Services at … Continue reading →

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Hallowe’en How-To: Tell The Future at Your Vintage Halloween Party

Posted on October 31, 2019 by

One hundred years ago, Halloween was about…love? ❤ ~*~ Maidens their fate may tell on this Hallowe’en. Of him they love so well learn on this Hallowe’en. Learn what his trade may be, If he’ll be true to thee. Maybe … Continue reading →

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A Bit of Holiday Fun: Boozy Easter Eggs from 1932

Posted on April 21, 2019 by

“How much for the eggs?” John Huntley asked, eyeing the large display of Easter candy on the delicatessen’s counter. He’d heard the stuff had been selling like hot cakes, and no one was sure why—but being a Prohibition agent, he … Continue reading →

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Some Old-School Superstitions for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 14, 2018 by

“Valentines? Why, I never get a valentine,” said a teenage debutante to a Tribune society reporter in 1931.1 “Young men don’t even know that Feb. 14th is Valentine’s Day anymore.”2 Her counterpart in 1922 agreed. The practice of sending and … Continue reading →

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Ring in the New Year With Some “Dry” Prohibition Drinks

Posted on December 31, 2017 by

Want to ring in the New Year with an unusual 1920s twist? Why not try a Prohibition cocktail…without any alcohol? ~*~ DRINKS  THAT  “CHEER  BUT  DON’T  INEBRIATE”:  NEW  YEAR’S  MOCK-TAILS While New Year’s Eve in the Roaring Twenties tends to … Continue reading →

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Turtle Soup and Oyster Stew: A New England Jazz Age Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2017 by

Hello everyone! As you know, tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and American tables will be overflowing with mashed potatoes, turkey, and pumpkin pie, to name but a few…though sea turtle soup, oyster stew, and broiled lobster probably won’t be on the menu! … Continue reading →

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Hallowe’en How-To: What Food to Serve at Your Vintage Halloween Party

Posted on October 25, 2017 by

Congratulations, dear readers! What with the invitations mailed and the house decorated, you’re almost ready to hold your vintage Halloween party! Now you just need one more thing: food! Lucky for you, vintage Halloween fare is simple to prepare…though not all … Continue reading →

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Hallowe’en How-To: Decorate Your Home for Halloween With Vintage Flair

Posted on October 18, 2017 by

“A paste-pot, some orange and black cardboard and crepe paper, white and black ribbon and a lively imagination can produce wonders in the way of creating a spooky atmosphere” for your Halloween party, assured Tribune reporter Sally Lunn in a … Continue reading →

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Hallowe’en How-To: Make A 1920s Vintage Halloween Party Invitation

Posted on October 11, 2017 by

Looking to make some vintage invitations for your Halloween party this year? Then follow these steps, and you’ll be stuffing those envelopes in no time. ~*~ Step One: Pick Your Party’s Theme Does your party have a theme, like ghosts, … Continue reading →

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Hallowe’en How-To: A Crafty Miniseries for October 2017!

Posted on October 4, 2017 by

~*~ Hello everyone! Lately I’ve noticed a big uptick in last year’s Halloween post, How to Make a REAL 1920s Halloween Costume. So, in light of that, I thought it might be fun to do a short mini-series on how to … Continue reading →

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