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1955 – Predicting the Sex of Your Baby
What did the mid-century science community do to help predict a baby’s gender? This article from the May 1955 issueContinue Reading
1955 – Illustration by Robert Patterson
All mothers have likely felt like this mom. Overworked and unappreciated.
Lynn Buckham: Illustrating the Charm of 1950s Short Stories
The post highlights Lynn Buckham’s illustration for Jack Finney’s short story “Legal and Tender,” published in 1955 in Good Housekeeping, showcasing mid-century writers and illustrators’ influence.
The Legacy of Coby Whitmore: Good Housekeeping 1955 Art
Coby Whitmore’s illustration in February 1955 Good Housekeeping accompanied Garson Kanin’s short story “A Day at a Time,” which was promoted for an MGM film adaptation that never materialized.
1955 – Benny Goodman
A mid-century look at big band genius Benny Goodman
1955 – Illustration by Al Parker
From short story titled Cats Know who Hate Them
Funny Mid-Century Food Trends: Jello Mold
Jello, Tuna, Mayo, Lemon Juice, pimientos? No thanks.
Harry Bennett’s Art in Family Circle’s 1955 Story
The post discusses a May 1955 Family Circle short story titled “Ingrid, his Wife,” by Florence Christian illustrated by Harry Bennett, featuring a nostalgic black-and-white illustration with colorful elements.
1955 Marlon Brando Interview
A Cosmo article detailing the life of actor Marlon Brando at 31
1955 Catalina Cotton Swimsuits
Mid-century swimsuit ad with reference to Katherine Hepburn movie
1955 Article about Polio
A look at the Polio health crisis. The fear and confusion in 1955 was not unlike our fears and confusion with COVID-19.
1955 A Mighty Breakfast
Article from a 1955 Family Circle that gives advice on what to fix for breakfast. Hope you’re hungry!
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