Fun Stuff

 November 13, 1969, Neenah-Menasha Daily Northwestern

There's a lot to unpack (and a whole lot of fun) in this compendium of articles from the local newspapers from a century ago.  Evaluating this era with the modern age is often like comparing apples and oranges, yet it is an irresistible premise.  Over time we can see the evolving loosening of social mores while the late 19th century maintains a stranglehold on social decorum and telling it like it is in a moment in time.  While euphemisms abound aplenty there is still an honesty evident that is often lacking in modern news reporting.  The word "amused" is apropos for those inclined to make a deep dive into the past via their local library's microfilm collection of historic newspapers.