Tag Archives: early 20th century

Drink Moxie: Circa 1933 Moxie Soda Self Framed Tin Lithograph Advertising Sign

by walnutts Posted on January 13, 2012

It’s America’s oldest soft drink. Pictured above is an original, tin lithograph advertising sign from around 1933. It features a wonderful image of the “Moxiemobile,” an advertising automobile that was first manufactured for Moxie in 1915. There were several Moxiemobiles … Continue reading →

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Walking on Air, Fairest of the Fair: Miss America 1924, Ruth Malcomson

by walnutts Posted on December 5, 2011

Ruth Malcomson (April 16, 1906–May 25, 1988) was crowned Miss America in 1924, earning the title at the tender age of 18. Stunningly beautiful by the standards of any era, Malcomson, a native of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was the amateur winner … Continue reading →

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