Apologies

I apologize for my recent absences; once again, life has come forth with obstacles which make it hard to devote the time this endeavor requires.  I hope to recitfy this in the near future.  Until then, your patience is most appreciated.

New Friend

 January 12, 1987, Neenah-Menasha Daily Northwestern

Granted, it's a slow news day at the blog, so why not resort to the editor's finest trick, featuring cute kids (or animals) in interesting situations?  And if we can feature both, then why not?

Looking Back from 1974

January 29, 1974, Twin City News-Record

From time to time we find it possible to look back in sort of a kaleidoscope-ish way, to see what was happening in the world at various points in the past in one fell swoop.  And after yesterday's disappointing result in their playoff game, that last item about the Packers finding themselves a few coach couldn't help but bring a smile to my face.  

Morality Upheld

 January 15, 1897, Muncie Daily Herald

Even back in the 19th century, when we tend to think that things were a bit more lax, it's good to know the city had its ducks in order in maintaining a righteous moral climate when it came to the evils of drink.  Case in point, this particular action where the shopkeeper was judicious in his mannerismas, keeping faithful the city ordinances and ensuring his own liquor license wasn't taken away.  

Blaze

 

January 16, 1956, Appleton Post-Crescent

In a scene undoubtedly repeated in communities nationwide, Menasha residents congregate at the Seventh Street ice rink to celebrate the aftermath of Christmas holidays with a bonfire.  

Bluejay Cheers

January 18, 1964, Neenah-Menasha Daily Northwestern

Fan frenzy went on a road trip to Kimberly as evidenced by this photo.  And despite the apparent typo that categorized these fans as equine, I'm sure they really did have hoarse throats after cheering so loudly.  Leave it to Mr. Picky to notice that, lol.

No Breaks

 

January 25, 1901, Oshkosh Northwestern

Some days it just doesn't pay to get out of bed.  Imagine...getting caught up in one crime while evading another. That'll teach him to put his confidence in the US Mail!