Benny Goodman — 1946
Benny Goodman, the King of Swing. This caricature of Benny and his “licorice stick” is wonderful (see the full artwork at the link).
1940s
Stand Pipes — Vol. 2
Another look at historical “stand pipes” (or water towers) from picture postcards from the late-19th and early 20th century. From basic and utilitarian to surprisingly ornate.
Orson Welles: “How Did He Get That Way?” — 1940
A supine genius who had accomplished more by age 24 than… almost everyone.
Nigel Bruce and Basil Rathbone Frolicking with Dachshunds
Nigel Bruce and Basil Rathbone cavort poolside with Bruce’s doggies.
“The Gutsiest Author Photo Ever Taken”
And it certainly is. (Click to see full photo — there are antennae….)
WWII Air Raid Shelters, Deluxe and Otherwise — 1939
As Britain entered the war, well-founded fears of bombings and gas attacks led citizens and communities to construct air raid shelters. More illustrations inside.
Route 66: Iceberg Cafe, Albuquerque
The Iceberg Cafe was a Route 66 fixture for years. Check out several great photos of the roadside attraction inside.
