Railroading Deluxe Creates Swank Yet Chaotic Train Trend
The piece mocks rapid railcar modernization with recreation lounges and theaters on deluxe trains. It notes interiors become a mix of Good Housekeeping chic and bold upholstery, worrying about constant renovations between stops and odd scenes like floor-show shortages and noisy refurbishments. It also references John Ringling North limiting circus broadcasts and praises the UN league's strength despite criticism.
Country Editor Notes Odd Links From 1948 Campaigns
The Country Editor ties diverse figures from the era to broader themes, noting Jason Wiggs shifting from thrift to Save Europe advocacy and Deke Bumble backing a cautious candidate. Mentions Luke Whipple’s slow home build, Marshall’s wartime pride, Warren Wright as a racing tycoon, and a nostalgic link between homes and horses with Coaltown and bread making.
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Trivia quiz answers from a 1921 readers column
The piece lists ten questions with concise answers. Giraffes have seven neck bones while sparrows have sixteen. chess originated in India in the third century. Illegal stills tracking relies on modern enforcement techniques. White House grounds host ninety tree varieties. India rubber worm is called for its stretch to 90 feet. Ultrasonic laundering refers to high pitched sound waves to shake dirt loose. Alaska has about one person per ten square miles. A grebe is a paddle footed, nearly tailless diving bird related to the loons. About ten billion dollars in largest bills (100000) circulate. Peace with Germany and Austria was declared July 2, 1921.
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White House
Alaska
India
Harding
Germany
Austria
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