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How times have changed: Look back at the 1910s
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The Titanic’s terrifying last moments before sinking to the ocean floor (1912)
The Titanic sinks: Views from the lifeboats Those in the boats that had drawn off from the ship could see that the end was at
Homemade potpourri: How to make an old-fashioned rose jar
In this era of push-button cans of room deodorants and fancy smells, there is still the lingering remembrance of grandma's old-fashioned rose jar with flower petals.
What became of Florida’s historic hotels & old resorts? Trip back to these amazing Victorian vacation destinations
A look back at some of Florida's historic hotels -- the most magnificent resort hotels of the Victorian era, and where -- and if -- they stand now.
70 vintage Coney Island beach, boardwalk & amusement park scenes (1890s-1920s)
As you can see from these Vintage Coney Island photos & postcards, This beach area just outside New York City was one of the most popular resorts in the United States.
How I was saved from the Titanic: A Titanic survivor’s story (1912)
Charlotte Collyer lived through the tragic disaster the world remembers more than 100 years later. Here, read about what happened in this dramatic and compelling first-person account from a Titanic survivor.
Say, Say, Oh Playmate: We traced the story of this old song and hand clapping game, and have the lyrics
Millions know 'Say, Say, Oh Playmate' - also known as 'Playmate' - but few today know much about the rhyming song & hand clapping game. Find out more here!
Harry Houdini’s underwater box escape: See how he did his famous trick
Houdini's underwater box escape was one of his most famous tricks - he was was shackled, chained and nailed into a box before being thrown overboard.
100 years ago, did Nikola Tesla predict the iPad, Skype, mobile phones & more things we use today? (1915)
How much of today's tech did Nikola Tesla predict a century ago? Here's a look back at some spot-on predictions from Nikola Tesla -- along with a few, that, well... we haven't quite seen yet.
The New York heat wave: How people tried to beat the heat back in 1911
Before air conditioning and refrigerators existed, here's how peolple managed to stay cool during the great New York heat wave of 1911.
Sweet! More than 100 classic cake recipes for every occasion
If you're looking for a vintage-style dessert for a special occasion, check out more than a hundred different classic cake recipes to suit all tastes!
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