Ephemera for Lunch #19: Virginia and her friends

This found photo features a group of schoolgirls standing outside what I assume is their school. The photo itself measures only 3½ inches across, and so we have an opportunity to see it at a higher magnification here.

There is no date. But we do have some names. As you can see, "Virginia" is written on the front. On the back, in pencil, are the following names:

• Evelyn Asbury
• Shirley Wilkens
• Pat [?] Barksdale [?]
• Shirely [sic?] Page
• Joyce Wilkens
• Virginia Murray [possibly Virginia Murry]

Here's a closer look at the group of young ladies. Any guesses on the decade?

Ephemera for Lunch #18*: "The Penna. Dutch Country"

*It's noon right now in Nepal,
and so this is their ephemera for lunch...

This postcard of schoolchildren in their classroom was postmarked in 1969 and was published by James E. Hess of Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

The caption on the back of the card states:

"GREETINGS From 'The Penna. Dutch Country'. AMISH Children at School. The AMISH are a Religious Sect of people who have retained most of their forefather's original customs, and make their living almost solely by farming, without the use or aid of modern conveniences. They are widely settled in Eastern Penna. Photo by Vincent Tortora"

Upon closer examination, at least two of the schoolchildren are reading a 1947 book titled Days and Deeds, which was published by Scott, Foresman & Co.

After school, perhaps they went home to enjoy some calf's head soup, pawnhaas or tzitterli. Or maybe some schnitz and knepp.

Ephemera for Lunch #17: Glenwood School, 1962

Now that many Americans are back to school (or will be soon), this week's theme of "Ephemera for Lunch" will be photos and other ephemera featuring schoolchildren. Most of these posts will feature found photos, so I don't know very much about the people or places pictured. If you see your younger self in one of these, post a comment or email me at chrisottopa (at) gmail.com.

And if you're in the mood for more School Days Ephemera, check out this directory of past posts.

The only identifying information on this photograph from 53 years ago comes from the board posted in front of this smiling group:

GLENWOOD
SCHOOL
GRADE 4
MRS
SHORTS
1962

I assume the woman in the upper-right corner is Mrs. Shorts.

Mega-spoiler for "Captain America: Civil War"?

From Avengers #7 (August 1964), Thor issues a harsh sentence to Iron Man, who was not being a Team Player in their little Avengers club.

Foreshadowing??? Is there a dramatic seven-day suspension¹ coming in the Marvel Cinematic Universe next year?

Previous Papergreat posts involving comic books:

• Batman battles a terrifying enemy with Hostess Twinkies
• The wonderful world of comic book advertisements
• Finding a new job in 1973 with Spider-Man's help
• I cannot deal with all the mixed messages being sent here
• A gratuitous post on "The Avengers" designed to draw web traffic
• Halloween Countdown #7: Pimples? Blackheads? Freckles?
• Halloween Countdown #14: Live Mystery Egg

Footnote
1. I wonder if the suspension was with or without pay. And what is Iron Man's salary, anyway?

Ephemera for Lunch #16: Lafayette Motel in Tallahassee

The front of this Plastichrome postcard indicates that the Lafayette Hotel was adjacent to Florida State University.

The vital stats, from the back of the card, add the following:

LAFAYETTE MOTEL
1525 W. TENNESSEE ST.
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA
U.S. 90's Newest — Air Conditioned, T.V. and Phones in every room — Swimming Pool — Steam Heat — Acoustical Tile Ceiling — Courtesy Coffee in the morning. Adjacent to Quaker House Restaurant. Phone 224-1145.
This motel is now listed as Permanently Closed by Google. It was on its very last legs in recent years. Here's a sample of its final Google reviews:

• "Bed bugs very bad management"¹
• "Do not bother. End of story."
• "Bedbugs, ghetto tenants, and verbal abuse from workers."

Meanwhile, a 2012 review on MerchantCircle.com stated: "known to have guests that are drug dealers and prostitutes. A very short walk from campus on tennessee street near stadium drive. Everyone in tallahassee knows about this place and they continue to allow these activities in the FSU campus area. Parents need to contact the school and or the city and let them know that this is not acceptable."

We're not having many Happy Stories or Happy Endings with these motels and hotels this week, are we? Sorry about that. Here are some Cute Vintage Cats to cheer you up.

Footnote
1. Does that mean the bed bugs are the managers? Because I agree they would not be good at that task.

Some tasty-sounding dessert recipes from Arm & Hammer, circa 1935

"Good things to Eat" is a 3¼-inch-wide, staplebound, 32-page booklet published in 1935 by Church & Dwight Co., makers of Arm & Hammer baking soda.

The booklet suggests that the recipes can be made with either Arm & Hammer or Cow Brand baking soda. All of the recipes were tested and approved by Martha Lee Anderson.

In a short preface, Anderson writes:

"Do you know the secret of Chocolate Cake, rich and delicate in flavor, soft and silky in texture? Do you know the secret of Gingerbread that has the penetrating aroma, the true, deep, rich, golden color?

"If you know these things, you know Baking Soda and the part it plays in making baking day a pleasure with success assured."

Here are a couple of those secret recipes from the booklet:

Tomato Juice Cakes

• 2¼ cups sifted flour
• 1 teaspoon Arm & Hammer or Cow Brand Baking Soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• ¼ teaspoon cloves
• ½ cup butter, or other shortening
• 1¼ cups sugar
• 2 eggs, well beaten
• ½ cup raisins, cut once
• ½ cup nuts, coarsely cut
• 1 cup tomato juice

Sift flour once, measure, add baking soda, salt and spices and sift together three times. Work butter with spoon until creamy. Add sugar gradually, beating after each addition until light and fluffy. Add eggs. Add raisins and nuts. Add flour alternately with tomato juice, a small amount at a time, beating until smooth after each addition. Turn into greased cup cake tins and bake in a moderate oven (375° F.) 25 minutes or bake in loaf pan (6" x 10") at 350° F, for 45 minutes. Frost with Confectioners Frosting.

Sour Cream Devil's Food

• 2 cups sifted pastry flour
• 1 teaspoon Arm & Hammer or Cow Brand Baking Soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup heavy sour cream
• 1 egg, well beaten
• 3 squares (3 ounces) unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Sift flour once, measure, add baking soda and salt, and sift together three times. Beat sugar gradually into sour cream. Add egg. Add chocolate. Blend well. Add flour alternately with milk, a small amount at a time, beating until smooth after each addition. Add vanilla. Turn into two greased 9 inch layer pans. Bake in moderate over (325° F.) for 25 minutes. Frost with Boiled Frosting.

(Boiled frosting, by the way, consists of sugar, water, egg whites and vanilla.)

Ephemera for Lunch #15: De Luna Motor Hotel in Pensacola

The vital stats, from the back of the card:

DE LUNA MOTOR HOTEL
1801 West Cervantes U.S. Highway 90 & 98
Pensacola, Florida
Heated Swimming Pool. 52 Rooms with Telephones, Air-Conditioning, Free TV and Hi-Fi, Ceramic tiled Baths with Tub or Shower, Wall-to-Wall Carpeting. Children's Playground, Breakfast in Rooms, Restaurant across the street.
Mrs. Gladys L. Workman
Owner-Manager
Phone HEmlock 3-4686
Here's a link to a different postcard, which shows off some additional angles of the hotel.

The De Luna, with its wall-to-wall-carpeted rooms, is no longer around. At some later point, a Scottish Inn Motel was located at that address. But I'm not sure that's there any more, either.

Gladys L. Workman is no longer with us. She lived from 1915 to 2000.

Ephemera for Lunch #14: Majestic Hotel-Baths in Hot Springs

The vital stats, from the back of the card:

MAJESTIC HOTEL-BATHS
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, ARKANSAS 71901
"Queen of Resort Hotels," featuring the World-Famous Whirlpool Thermal Baths, with guests going direct from rooms to Bathhouse in robe and slippers ... 400 air-conditioned rooms, including kitchenette, new Lanai Tower, and poolside Lanai Suites connecting with Hotel. Year 'round temperature-controlled pool, with separate pool for the kiddies. European Plan, Dining Room, Luncheonette, Dutch Treat Grill, etc.
"PRICES TO FIT EVERY POCKETBOOK"
There is a wealth of information online about the storied Majestic Hotel, which was in operation from 1882 through 2006. According to The Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture, "for more than a century, the five-acre complex anchored the intersection of the main thoroughfares, Park and Central avenues, at the north end of Bathhouse Row in historic downtown Hot Springs."

The hotel was a prime destination, hosting actors, sports stars and mobsters. The Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox went there for spring training. It saw numerous renovations and additions over the decades, including the Lanai Tower spotlighted on this postcard.

In February 2014, the abandoned hotel was gutted by a fire. Then, just last month, the Hot Springs Board of Directors voted to purchase the hotel complex from Park Residences Development LLC for $680,000, according to ArkansasOnline. The finalization of the sale, however, remains in limbo.

For more history of this hotel and a lot of great photos, check out these links:

• The Encyclopedia of Arkansas History & Culture
• Abandoned Arkansas
• The Art of Abandonment