Popular Music of 1912
We took a look at the Music on the Titanic, but what about the other music from 1912. There were songs that were written and published after the Titanic sank in April. So let’s take a look at some of … Continued
We took a look at the Music on the Titanic, but what about the other music from 1912. There were songs that were written and published after the Titanic sank in April. So let’s take a look at some of … Continued
Today we are inundated with celebrities and celebrity news. We have programs dedicated solely to our celebrities, along with their frequent appearances on talk shows and tweets. I’ve gathered a list of some of the “celebrities” that may have been … Continued
A hundred years ago women worked primarily in the home. Their job was to keep the home, cook the meals and care for the children. These were in the days before television, automatic dishwashers, and washers and dryers existed. Women … Continued
While at the library conducting genealogical research, I scanned some of the 1912 newspaper microfilms available. Below is just a small sampling of the headlines. Of course in April and May there were numerous articles on the Titanic disaster. The … Continued
Today we’re used to going to the doctor or hospital for medical maladies. A hundred years ago life was very different. Babies were still born at home and doctors still made house calls. Residents in larger cities were more likely … Continued