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ROARING TWENTIES  

The dark side of the Roaring Twenties can be described as a mix of a form of political revolution and a spurt of nationalism spawned after the executions of Sacco and Vanzetti and the birth of the CPI. What also came to form was a group called the KKK.

Why not jazz up the bedroom, while adding some carefree sex appeal to your bedroom decor with some color choices from the Roaring Twenties?

The "Roaring Twenties" were a time when American culture came into its own, suddenly breaking away from a working country into a place where people enjoyed themselves.

A review of Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and how it portrays the culture of the Roaring Twenties.

The names that were popular in the 1920s may give parents some ideas for naming a newborn baby today. Some of these names are still common, others sound quite unique when compared to other popular baby names of today.

An analysis of the groups left behind (including immigrants and farmers) during the prosperity in the United States during the 1920s.

Throwing a cool Roaring '20s New Year's Eve Party takes a little planning, but is easy to do. Success is all in the small details. Serve easy-to-prepare finger foods to leave your time and finance budgets available for those details.

An analysis of why business interests were so important in 1920s America and the confluence of events that led to American prosperity.

This article chronicles common mistakes made by people in their twenties. It serves as a guide for new twenty-somethings to sidestep those mistakes, or learn from them if they have already been made.

During the 1920's Wall Street experienced its worst and finest hours. Beginning on a sour note the decade experienced a boom and then disintegrated into chaos.

Downtown Chicago has a rich glamorous history. Some of the fine hotels of the Roaring Twenties have renovated and modernized, so guests can experience the glamor of world famous hotels along with modern amenities and conveniences.

Moll Cutpurse was a woman who acted independently of the strict, barring conventionality forced upon women by Early Modern England by cross-dressing and a life of crime.

When the rare is no longer rare it's no longer exciting. What the Mitchell Report couldn't tell us about the effects of performance-enhancing drugs on The National Pastime.

The automobiles impact on society may seem subtle to today's generation, but it swept 1920's America off its feet. From obvious faster methods of transportation, to the expansion of culture and ideals, the automobile guided the "roar" of the 1920's.

When the rare is no longer rare it's no longer exciting. What the Mitchell Report couldn't tell us about the effects of performance-enhancing drugs on The National Pastime.

The American dream of happiness and individualism disintegrates into the mere pursuit of wealth. Though Gatsby's power to transform his dreams into reality is what makes him "great," the era of dreaming-both Gatsby's dream and the American dream-is over.

Thomas Alva Edison holds 1,093 U.S. patents in his name, as well as numerous patents in Germany, the United Kingdom and France.

The Smoke May Never Clear Around the Infamous Brick Wall of the SMC Cartage Company Where Seven Men Were Gunned Down.

The Golden Globes have set the stage for the big event Hollywood has been waiting for.

Fashion statements and trends for women of the 1920's

The influences of the 1920's can still be seen in theater today. Musical theater has thrived in today's society, with musicals such as Oklahoma, Chicago, and Wicked earning nation-wide popularity.

Cap's is a historical landmark and has been around since the 1920's.

This is an essay discussing how the political events and laws that people view as landmarks are brought about largely as a result of a social mindset shift by the American public.

The Treaty of Versailles was but one contributing factor to the rise of Hitler and World War II. In fact, it was the greedy capitalists willing to bet the future of stockholders who bear more blame.

The post-war years created a sense of disillusionment that created the greatest generation of American writers.

It's that time of year again. People everywhere are planning for Halloween parties and more. Finding the perfect Halloween Costume can be challenging if you don't know where to look.

A review of movies based on works of literature.

Brief History of a Jazz legend Bix Beiderbecke and an overview of his musical contributions

Holiday styles run the gamut from glittering elegance to comfortable casual. Finding the right look is easier than you may think and this article explains how to find the right look.

martin luther king's big sis turns 80

At Portsmouth Abbey School there is disciplined learning available for students of both genders as day students or as boarders. For an Abbey School there seem to be lots of choices.

What would you consider to be the one single year that produced more classics than any other?

Amsterdam is possibly the best place on the planet to spend New Year's Eve if you are looking for a night full of energy and excitement.

Bars, clubs and hotels are hosting special events to bring in the New Year, so it will not be difficult for a serious partier to find exactly what they are looking for.

An emerging fashion trend is the "little black gem," and many feel it will soon become as important as the "little black dress." Black gems come in many forms, from black diamonds to black pearls, obsidian and hematite. The GIA explains how to wear this fashion staple.

It appears that the most logical place for a supply room is the location that is least accessible to the office staff.

Dear Abby recently weighed in on the divorce ring. What do you think?

All about flappers.

Hosting a Murder Mystery Party is great fun anytime of year. Whether it is Halloween, New Year's Eve or even a Birthday Party, everyone has fun at a Murder Mystery Party.

A list of the sexiest redheads of the glamour days of Hollywood

Is June 12th your birthday? How will you celebrate this momentous occasion? With what notable individuals do you share your birth date?

Surrealism is a style in art and in writing in which fantastical visual imagery from the subconscious mind is used with no intention of making the work logically comprehensible.

Why have an unoriginal, boring wedding reception when you can plan the biggest party of your life with a theme that suits you and your spouse?

Using reverse psychology might be the best way to combat underage drinking

A profile of movie director Raoul Walsh

The penny you hold in your hand today may have been flipped by George Raft in Scarface, or used by Lee Harvey Oswald to buy the last soda he ever drank.

The Gothic Theater has wowed Denver citizens with it's wonderful Art Deco Interior Architecture and Design for almost ninety years. This article is a revisit and review of a famous and historic Denver theatrical landmark.

Here are my recommendations for the ten songs to best get the "patriotic juices" (so to speak) flowing at your Fourth of July picnic, get-together or barbecue.

Throughout the many years, we have seen a major shift in our society. The old and wise members of our society used to be revered and highly regarded. As the years go on, youth and beauty have slowly become more and more important than age and wisdom.

Milwaukee-based Brooks Stevens was one of the great industrial designers, but he's best known for coining the term "planned obsolescence."

Surrealist artists and writers regard their work as an expression of the philosophical movement first and foremost with the works being a symbolic artifact, an abstract writing, and an expression in art.

Anyone can make a simple and memorable birthday cake to celebrate those momentous Big birthdays.

Anna May Wong, a third-generation Chinese-American, managed to have a substantial acting career despite racism that prevented her from taking roles opposite Caucasian leading men

Local standing local legend claims that mob boss and gangster Al Capone had a secret hideaway on the shores of Lake Taneycomo across from the resort community of Rockaway Beach, Missouri.

Hotel Del Coronado is "The Grand Lady by the Sea" across the bay from San Diego, California.

Looking at the decades over the last century, it can be easily predicted what type of economy we will be headed for in the 2010s. There is a definite pattern in American-economic history and things are looking up.

An analysis of The Automat by Hopper and the nuances of the painting as it applies to Hopper's goals in portraying his era.

Musings of artist Christine Stoddard

The boy on TV's Tarzan...one of the Brothers Grimm...Vampira...the schoolteacher from The Birds...the trumpet player on Bell, Book and Candle.

"The Sun Also Rises" By Ernest Hemingway

St.Joseph, Missouri offers everything from authentic Mexican dishes to stockyards fresh steaks and more!

True, the Mets and Yankees met in a Subway World Series in 2000 (with the Yankees winning in five games), but the teams never have each finished in first place in the same season. That could change this season.

Austin is not your typical Texas city. Acclaimed the "Live Music Capital of the World", it also sports the diverse slogan, "Keep Austin Weird". Home to millions of Mexican free-tailed bats, and a massive 6th Street Halloween celebration; so get ready.

Ordinarily, our TV specials came off as planned, but occasionally, our best laid plans came undone. Here are just a few examples.

Ten easy, low-cost ways to turn a photograph into a unique and special gift sure to delight any senior citizen this holiday season or on any gift giving occasion!

In The Great Gatsby and Passing, the characters use various social settings to reject reality and present themselves as people other than who they truly are, however in the end, their attempts prove to have disastrous consequences.

Leggins are a thing of the eighties, let's keep them in the eighties. Stop wearing them they are not cute, they do not flatter the figure, what they do is scare people.

An in-depth look at gang phenomena and the descontruction of myths concerning its ethnic origins

Coral Gables is home to 22 beautiful parks, two golf courses, and 33 public tennis courts. The city is literally embellished with historical landmarks, and is home to the largest tropical botanical garden in the continental United States

New York City gets most of the publicity for New Years with the ball drop in Times Square, but that is not all that New York has to offer

Through interaction with foreign countries, America started becoming a dominant player in world affairs. This dominance steadily grew and soon the Twentieth Century would be called the American century.

The causes of the Great Crash are still being determined, but most agree that it was altogether predictable and poorly handled by President Hoover. Its consequences permeated the American economy until Roosevelt's leadership transformed America.

An overview of the 1932 presidential election, in which Democrat Franklin Roosevelt defeated Republican Herbert Hoover during the Great Depression.

Don't limit yourself to watching movies at your local multiplex. Try one of these small theatres where you can enjoy everything from first-run Hollywood productions to art house and indie films.

August, 16th 1920 when Carl Mays, a pitcher with a bad reputation, threw a fastball that hit the Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman in the side of the head.

You're getting married. Congratulations! Now the work begins. There's so much to be done before you're Big Day - picking a date, making out the guest list, choosing a caterer, and booking a church are just the tip of the iceberg.

In a city like Miami, FL you can be tempted to overlook the treasures of a vintage retail store for the comfort and luxury found at various shopping malls.

The original gangster films of the 30s face prohibitions on content, but the performances of their stars undermined any attempt to deromanticize the idea of putting food on your empty plate by engaging in crime.

What's life really like inside an affluent suburban middle school? Specifically, what kind of day is in store for a child whose parent enjoys the day playing tennis because he is sitting on the inheritance of a cereal company?

Why aren't more good movies shown on TV? Why does it seem as if the same ten movies are every channel every month? Could it be part of a conspiracy to lower expectations so that mediocrity is seen as brilliance?

Enjoy outdoor dining at these top five locations in Madison, Wisconsin this summer. Your best choices from the menu at each location is also provided.

A new philosophy is sweeping through America, making its presence known on talk shows all over the country, from Oprah to Ellen to Larry King. Fueled by the success of "The Secret" DVD, the Law of Attraction is a force to be reckoned with.

Jewelry has been around since the Stone Age. This article explains how it came to be and gives a brief history on its development throughout the years. It also shares information on today's most well known fashion jewelry manufacturers.

Here is a company that has all your Holiday needs, craft needs, party needs at great prices with an excellent delivery program

The blood and sweat of our Founding Fathers freed us from the rule of King George III, and allowed them to create a government by the people and for the people

A brief biograsphy of the famed financier and political advisers to Presidents in the mid-Twentieth Century

This essay examines the history of the Cuban Revolution as portrayed in Thomas C. Wright's book, "Latin American in the Era of the Cuban Revolution, as it pertains to Gabriel García Márquez's novel "Cien Años de Soledad" (One Hundred Years of Solitude).

Information about a few beautiful wedding venues near Sacramento, CA. Contact information is also provided.

A historical examination of the book "Socratic Seminar: The 42nd Parallel" by John Dos Passos.

This article briefly traces the history of the Neon sign.

A concept car is an automobile prototype usually created by the design division of a major automobile company for the purpose of showcasing new styling and/or the latest technological innovations.

Thoughts on the preventable dissolution of America.

While it is reasonable for people who have suffered debilitating accidents to consider reconstructive surgery, plastic surgery done for cosmetic purposes remains nothing more than a display of poor self-esteem.

Take a look at what designers and fashion houses are showcasing for fall and winter, 2007/08. If fashion is any indication of the overall national 'mood', are we even closer now to inflation?

Surrealism was simply a revolution in literature, poetry and art. Its aim was nothing less than the liberation in the arts and in life, of the resources of the subconscious mind.

While across the Atlantic Henri Landru was killing in France and Peter Kurten was killing in Germany, America had its own serial killing monster, Leonard Earle Nelson.