Before phone books emerged in the late nineteenth century, many U.S. towns had city directories. In recent years, cell phones and the internet have made printed directories obsolete.
Category Archives: History
Nobody Wants to Answer (unknown)
In the 1960s Pierre Capretz developed his technique of mixing illustrations and movie clips into his classroom. In 1987, his method was realized in the TV series French In Action, which continues to have dedicated fans.
You’re Invited (Ben)
The WHPK DJ Arkansas Red is one of many quirky characters in a possible future Wes Anderson film.
Out in California (Grandma 6)
Disneyland opened in 1955. Although it is not the oldest theme park, its position within a media empire helped create the power of its myth.
I think of you often (Grandma 5)
In 1920, the United States ratified The 19th Amendment guaranteeing women the right to vote. A growing number of women also attend college and join literary societies, where intellectual clashes could be intense.
Paul Mason Fotsch 