Neat to look at

I've got so many vintage magazines that I've decided to post images more often. I've spent the last day or so scanning the hell out of True Detective, True Story, Family Circle, Good Housekeeping, Life, and a ton more so I've got a pig pile of images to share with you all.

This comic came out of a 1954 Good Housekeeping magazine. I can't help but shake my head when I read it. Women truly have come a long way.

This one is really kinda creepy...in a creepy way.

My FAVORITE cover of True Detective

1950's American Slang Word(s) of the Day #13

Our 1950's American Slang Word(s) of the Day today is:

French Walk: 1.= Bums Rush, the. 2. Specifically ejecting a man from a place forcibly by grabbing the seat of his pants with one hand and the back of his collar with the other, thus forcing him to walk until he reaches the door.

Example: "Did you hear? Paulie got the french walk right outta Pops Bar last night! He was six sheets to the wind. He's sleeping in the doghouse tonight!"

Clarification: "I wonder if you've been made aware of the latest news involving our friend Paul? The staff had Paul forcibly ejected from the Pops drinking establishment last night. He was highly intoxicated. I'm sure that his wife is quite upset by it and is punishing him wholeheartedly."

Sophie, the Queen of the house

Sophie, the Queen of the house
Originally uploaded by 1950's Unlimited

I thought I'd post a bit of my family today. I have been absolutely sick as a dog this week with what I was SURE was the swine flu because I was DYING. Just dragging myself to the bathroom was like running a marathon. I felt absolutely HORRID. Anyhow, I'm feeling a bit better. This is Sophie, my mini dachshund. She is the boss of the house.

1950's American Slang Word(s) of the Day #12

 

Our 1950's American slang word(s) of the day today is:

Living Room Gig: An appearance on television, specifically of a Jazz musician. Some general jazz use.

             1958 Art Fords Jazz Party: image stills; prelinger archives                   


Example:  "Cole is doing a livingroom gig tonight! Why don't you and Maxine come over and watch?Georgie and Emma are coming too. Evelyn is whipping up a spread for all of us. You'd better be there!"

Clarification: "Coleman will be on television tonight. I would like it if you and Maxine came to the house to watch the program. George and Emmaline will be there as well. My very beautiful wife Evelyn is working hard to create an attractive display of food and beverages for us to indulge in during the show. Please come."