Second Class Life on the Titanic
The second class passengers on the Titanic were what we would consider today to be the middle class. The travelers in second class consisted of professors, authors, clergymen, and tourist. Many of these passengers would have traveled as first class … Continued
First Class Life on the Titanic
The first class passengers on the Titanic were living in the lap of luxury. Some of the richest people in the world were traveling on the Titanic for her maiden voyage. This included prominent members of the upper-class that included … Continued
The History of Easter
Happy Easter! We know Easter Sunday is the celebration of Christ resurrection. The tomb did not keep Him, but he rose again. This celebration is Christianity’s most celebrated holiday. As a child, I remember always getting a new dress each … Continued
Music on the Titanic
The musicians on the RMS Titanic are considered heroes. They played under the worst circumstances and continued until the last possible moments. All of the band members on board were considered Second Class Passengers. They were employed by Messrs C. … Continued
1940 Census Available Today
Today is an exciting day! The 1940 census is finally available! So why does it take so long? The census is taken in the United States once every ten year. However, it is not available to the public until 72 … Continued
Sports in 1912
Sports were just as important a hundred years ago, as they are today. The difference is you couldn’t turn on the TV or Internet to watch the game or find a score. If you wanted to know how a team … Continued
Jobs and Careers in 1912
Today we have a variety of jobs and careers, just like they did a hundred years ago. It is difficult to detail all of the jobs back then. I will discuss a few of the more prevalent ones that seem … Continued
Life Events in 1912
Today we are required to register all life events we experience with a government agency. The birth of a baby means a birth certificate, a loved one’s death requires a death certificate {insurance agencies and social security demand one before … Continued
Hats and Hairstyles in 1912
Hats were not just an accessory but an adornment in 1912. They were still a year away from Mary Crosby’s invention of the bra and three years from a tube of lip stick being sold for the first time. If … Continued
How Did St. Patrick’s Day Begin?
Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Have you wondered how our holidays began? We’re going to step away from 1912 for the day in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day and go even further back in time. St. Patrick is the patron saint … Continued