1950 – Gary Cooper’s Closet
A look at the life of a mid-century movie star
Tag: 1950
1950 – How to buy Children’s Clothing
MidCenturyPage.com celebrates August with kids’ back-to-school fashion from 1950, offering timeless advice for dressing children.
Women and Work: Insights from 1950
In 1950, most women preferred staying home, while some sought part-time outside jobs.
1950 – Child Grooming Lessons
How to teach your child good grooming habits
Nostalgic Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Ad from 1950
Kellogg’s Corn Flakes ad from McCalls April 1950 showcases Americana through children and endorsements.
1950 – Oreo Cookies
A cream-filled look at this chocolate sandwich
1950 – Grocery Shopping at the A&P
A mid-century look at baby boom kids and grocery shopping
1950 – Ford Country Squire Station Wagon
Classic 1950 Woody Station Wagon with birch or maple side panel
1950 – Gas Refrigerator and Deadly Consequences
Servel gas refrigerators, popular mid-century, faced carbon monoxide risks, prompting government warnings and disposal incentives.
1950 – Ford Crestliner
Ad for the short-lived Crestliner Ford
1950 Floor Length Fancy Fur
Mid-century Fur Ad from an upscale magazine
1950 Six Cake Recipes
A half dozen cake recipes that may have been found in your grandma’s recipe box.
1950 Fiction – The Legacy
From the Woman’s Home Companion, downloadable short story with stunning illustration
1950 Recipe – Egg Whites
How do you use your egg whites? This vintage mid-century article gives tips and recipes for egg whites.
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