Ed Sullivan and the shrinking common television experience
The column reflects on Ed Sullivan and the mass reach of early television. It argues that fragmented cable programming erodes shared national moments, noting how the Beatles and La Mancha first reached millions on Sullivan and how families once hummed the same tunes after Sunday viewing. It acknowledges tradeoffs, praising niche programming while lamenting less unified national culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ed Sullivan
America
Sammy Davis Jr
Muppets
Judy Garland
Liza Minnelli
Northwest
Southeast
Christmas shopping with artistic influence from the Mid-West Arts Council
The Mid-West Arts Council offers guidance for gifts that spark creativity. Contact Gwen Snell at 764-2374 for ideas to turn relatives into artists rather than buying mass produced toys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dieter Schwanke
Gratis
Mid-West Arts Council
Gwen Snell
Arts Council
Leonardo de Vinci
Freeman Patterson
Moore
Elvis Presley
Caruso
Hamiota Bible Society canvass nets strong support
Hamiota branch held its annual meeting at the Pentecostal church with President Hugh Lawson welcoming new district secretary Clarence Epp and Mrs. Epp. Treasurer Rachel Routledge reported over 1700 dollars raised, presenting Epp with a 1700 dollar cheque. Epp shared Bible distribution efforts and a China video, noting import restrictions and community support. The evening ended with a book display and lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hamiota
Canadian Bible Society
Pentecostal Church
Hugh Lawson
Clarence Epp
Epp
del Pierce
Rachel Routledge
Mr. Epp
China
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the Hamiota Echo
Bill Hall
Johnny
Barbara
Bible Society
Eiota Royal Bank
Hamiota Echo Royal Bank Super Thrifty Drug Mart
Hamiota Home Hardware
DeBin's Service
Campbell's Flowers
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