The Depression Days
 
 







  
Coco by Chanel for Women 3.4 oz Eau de Parfum Spray (Classic Glass Bottle)

Chanel

Chanel

Named for Coco Chanel, one of this century's most innovative designers, this warm, floral Oriental fragrance derives its complexity from French angelica, Bulgarian rose, Spice Island clove bud, Indian jasmine, Caribbean cascarida, frangipani, and mimosa.
  
  











  



  
Joy of Cooking 1931 Facsimile Edition: A Facsimile of the First Edition 19318 reviews
Irma S. Rombauer

Scribner, 1998

Fantastic re-issue - before major publishing

+ But know what you're buying.

This book is the 1st, as in before they got picked up by a major publisher. Don't let that kid you. This book is GREAT and professional. Irma made up the style of cookbook we know today. Listing all ingredients up front etc. A true pioneer. She took her book to a little printer and had a run ...
  
  











  



  
Betty Boop - The Vintage Collection [Remastered] (2-DVD Set)2 reviews
Betty Boop

A2ZCDS, Inc., 2007

The Real Betty Boop

+ Best so far...

In case you're not a Max Fleisher fan of old cartoons, like myself, let me first start off with the important stuff. Betty Boop was a totally different girl before the Production Code, or Hay's Code, was put into act in 1934. This code was similar to the ratings on tv now, keeping things G or MA, ...
  
  











  



  
New Yorker Character Shoe - 6547 reviews

runs a little big but wonderful nonetheless.

+ Be careful with sizing
+ godd but a bit uncomfortable

i get soooo many compliments on these shoes. i'd tried on regular capezio character shoes in the store but they only had the 1 and 1/2 inch heels and i wanted the 2 inch. the size 9 fit me perfectly. i came here to order the 2 inch character shoes and fell in love with the look of the new yorker ...
  
  











  



  
The Early Years: 1930-348 reviews
Cab Calloway

Jsp Records, 2001

Hi-De-Ho! What a deal on the best of Cab Calloway!

+ KICKIN' THE GONG AROUND
+ Cab "baby' at his best
+ Great Collection - Ready for more!!!
+ Great collection
  
  











  



  
TCM Archives - Forbidden Hollywood Collection, Vol. 2 (The Divorcee / A Free Soul / Night Nurse / Three on a ...23 reviews
Norma Shearer, Lionel Barrymore

WARNER HOME VIDEO, 2008

Love and sex, pre-Code style

+ forbidden hollywood collection vol 2
+ Classically Excellent
+ Fantastic collection + suggestions for Volume 3
+ oh, you beautiful b&w dolls!
  
  











  



  
Dillinger: The Untold Story Expanded Edition12 reviews
G. Russell Girardin, William J. Helmer

Indiana University Press, 2005

Midwestern Must Read

+ The Real Deal on John Dillinger
+ FANTASTIC!!!

This is Dillinger, from early childhood through his notorious days. The book captures everything you'd expect from a biography and gives the gangster enthusiasts enough mouth-watering drama. I love the timelines! Being from the midwest, I recognized many of the towns he targeted so this is a ...
  
  











  



  
Fried Green Tomatoes (Extended Anniversary Edition)174 reviews
Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy

Universal Studios, 2006

love it

+ I love this movie!!!
+ Fried Green Tomatoes
+ Fried Green Tomatoes DVD Movie
  
  











  



  
Paper Moon71 reviews
Ryan O'Neal, Tatum O'Neal

Paramount, 2003

...If You Believe In Me.

+ "Pray Tell. . ."
+ Paper moon
+ Great movie...fun extras
+ Bogdanovich's Affectionate Depression-Era Road Movie Boasts the O'Neals at Career Peaks
  
  











  



  
Boxcar Bertha5 reviews
Victor Argo, David Carradine

MGM (Video & DVD), 2002

Barbara Hershey!!!!

+ Pulp Nonfiction

Produced by Roger Corman and directed by Martin Scorsese, BOXCAR BERTHA is a romp through the deep south of the great depression. Bertha (Barbara Hershey) is young, beautiful, and not at all afraid of taking her clothes off! This is good, since she's naked a lot in this movie! Plot?? Well, Bertha's ...
  
  











  



  
The Grapes of Wrath98 reviews
Henry Fonda, Jane Darwell

20th Century Fox, 2004

Just a Great Movie!

+ Hard Times
+ Simple review..
+ Wonderful classic
+ The Grapes of Wrath
  
  











  



  
Art of Finger Waving -- Recreating Vintage 1920s and 1930s Hairstyles
Paul Compan

Bramcost Publications, 2007

Originally published in 1930, this rare book contains very detailed instructions and illustrations for recreating the fantastic long and short hair finger wave styles of the 1920s and 1930s. Finger waving is the shaping of the hair while wet into "s-curved" undulations using your fingers and a comb. You'll learn this technique as well as creating the three types of swirls to use based on the hair ...
  
  











  



  
This Land Is Your Land: The Asch Recordings, Vol. 119 reviews
Woody Guthrie

Smithsonian Folkways, 1997

best single CD of Woody there is

+ Great stuff
+ Biting political and social commentary
+ A true legend
  
  











  



  
O Brother, Where Art Thou?617 reviews
Michael Badalucco, George Clooney

Touchstone, 2001

Depression-era Odyssey would do Homer proud

+ One of the funniest movies of all time.
+ Excellent
+ Best sound track and a good fun to boot!
+ Oh Brother!
  
  











  



  
Everyday Fashions of the Thirties As Pictured in Sears Catalogs (Dover Books on Costume & Textiles)10 reviews

Dover Publications, 1986

Blissful brousing

+ Required Reference
+ Gorgeous, immersive, beautifully put together!
+ Good overview for the price.
+ Saddle shoes $2.49 in 1939
  
  











  



  
Glass Knob Depression Green 1 7/16"

Restorers Affiliate

Restorers Affiliate

Glass knobs in nostalgic colors complement any kitchen or bath decor while offering outstanding service. Includes nickel machine bolt for mounting. Imagine the compliments you will receive from your guests!
  
  











  



  
Stoneware Lemonade Pitcher (Restorers)

Restorers Affiliate

Restorers Affiliate

Add a lovely touch to your home with this white stoneware lemonade pitcher. Trimmed in black with "distressed" touches, this piece looks like it was passed down from your great grandmother! Sturdily constructed, it's designed for real life use, just like the originals. Treat yourself or give a much appreciated gift!
  
  











  



  
Howard Hughes: The Untold Story25 reviews
Peter Harry Brown, Pat H. Broeske

Da Capo Press, 2004

A Fascinating man...

+ Impressed so far.
+ I thought about this book for weeks, after reading it...
+ Quite a lothario!
  
  











  



  
Music From The Lost Provinces: Old-Time Stringbands From Ashe County, North Carolina & Vicinity 1927-193111 reviews
Frank Blevins, G.B. Grayson, ...

Old Hat Records / Enterprises, 1999

Super-cool, super rare old-timey music

+ Music From The Lost Provinces
+ another excellent release from old hat.
+ Threw her Arms around me like Grape Vines 'round a Gum
+ great old-time music
  
  











  



  
Banned : 20 Risque Songs From The 20s & 30s5 reviews
Various Artists

Asv Living Era, 1992

Hilarious

+ Interesting Historical Curiosity
+ A lot of fun
+ What a hoot !!!
  
  











  






   



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