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Tag Archives: Georgia
For the Love of Books, 1948
Have you missed libraries during the pandemic? I certainly have. Through the wonders of the internet, I’ve been well supplied with reading materials. But for me nothing compares with the adventure of wandering through the stacks, discovering treasures by accident. … Continue reading
A Georgia Grandmother in Pants, ca. 1934
What we call pants today were once known by many other names—bloomers, knickers, knickerbockers, trousers, and even pajamas. I was reminded of the latter name by a 1931 Vogue article “Pyjamas—When Are They Worn?” The article uses the term pyjamas … Continue reading
Remembering Alice Coachman, Olympian
Alice Coachman was the first African American woman to win a gold medal, a feat she accomplished in the high jump in London in 1948. She died in 2012. In the New York Times photograph above she is dressed in exercise … Continue reading