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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Halloween a century ago meant paper masks, flour-sack pranks, and Prohibition parties

A century ago, American Halloween meant homemade paper masks, bobbing for apples, and flour-sack pranks so wild some towns considered canceling the holiday altogether. In 1926, spooky season looked little like the store-bought spectacle families know today. Mental Floss describes a holiday built on homemade costumes, parlor games, live jazz, and neighborhood mischief that sometimes […] The post Halloween a century ago meant paper masks, flour-sack pranks, and Prohibition parties appeared first on American Almanac .

A century ago, American Halloween meant homemade paper masks, bobbing for apples, and flour-sack pranks so wild some towns considered canceling the holiday altogether. In 1926, spooky season looked little like the store-bought spectacle families know today. Mental Floss describes a holiday built on homemade costumes, parlor games, live jazz, and neighborhood mischief that sometimes crossed into vandalism. Paper cats, skeletons, and witches draped living rooms. Guests bobbed for apples and tried pumpkin ring toss. The soundtrack ran to tunes such as “Undertaker’s Blues,” “Heebie Jeebies,” and “The Nightmare”, not a recorded “Monster Mash,” which would not arrive until 1962. Homemade masks beat the big-box aisle Families…Open

What were some of the notable historical events occurring in the United States in 1926 alongside the evolution of Halloween?
In 1926, Babe Ruth hit three home runs in a World Series game, Ford Motor Company rolled out the 40-hour workweek, Gertrude Ederle became the first woman to swim the English Channel, and the United States Numbered Highway System put Route 66 on the map. Additionally, Ernest Hemingway released his debut novel and the first transatlantic phone call linked New York and London.
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What was the atmosphere of Halloween parties in 1926 regarding music and alcohol?
Despite the era of Prohibition, Americans still held Halloween bashes and joined parades. The musical soundtrack featured live jazz and tunes such as “Undertaker’s Blues,” “Heebie Jeebies,” and “The Nightmare,” rather than the recorded "Monster Mash" which did not exist until 1962.
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What kind of mischief and pranks occurred during Halloween a century ago, and how did they affect local communities?
Pranks were often rough, involving kids and teens stealing property, swinging flour sacks at people, and hauling objects onto neighbors' roofs. The mischief was so severe and common that some municipalities considered canceling Halloween events altogether because the pranks had crossed into property crime and vandalism.
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How did the practice of trick-or-treating differ in 1926 compared to modern traditions?
Early trick-or-treating was not a simple handout; children were required to earn their candy or small gifts by performing a song, poem, or joke at the door, emphasizing a "trick first, then a treat" approach.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Jonah Adams) - Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris remains in medically induced coma after San Francisco health crisis

John Paris, the 58-year-old drummer for Earth, Wind & Fire, has been under sedation in a medically induced coma since a medical emergency struck just before an August concert, and his family says the road ahead remains uncertain. Paris was rushed to a hospital on Aug. 6, moments before the band was set to take […] The post Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris remains in medically induced coma after San Francisco health crisis appeared first on American Almanac .

John Paris, the 58-year-old drummer for Earth, Wind & Fire, has been under sedation in a medically induced coma since a medical emergency struck just before an August concert, and his family says the road ahead remains uncertain. Paris was rushed to a hospital on Aug. 6, moments before the band was set to take the stage at Chase Center in San Francisco. He suffered hypertension and difficulty breathing, and after a brief period in which he regained consciousness, his blood pressure spiked again, prompting doctors to sedate him to stabilize his body. As of Aug. 15, he remained under sedation while his medical team determined the safest path forward. The update came from a Facebook page called "Standing for John Paris," reportedly created by…Open

Who are the family members of John Paris that have been staying at his bedside during his medical crisis?
His wife, Kathy Merrick, and their daughter, Kyla, have remained at his bedside along with his friend Eddie.
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What was the name of the joint tour involving Earth, Wind \u0026 Fire and Lionel Richie that was disrupted by medical issues?
The joint tour was called the "Sing a Song All Night Long Tour," which launched on June 24 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
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How much money had been raised for the GoFundMe campaign launched for John Paris and his wife, Kathy, as of Aug. 15?
As of Aug. 15, the GoFundMe campaign had raised more than $70,000.
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Who are the individuals involved in providing updates about John Paris's condition via the Facebook page "Standing for John Paris"?
The updates were provided by Shelly Clark White (the wife of Earth, Wind \u0026 Fire bassist Verdine White), Verdine White himself, and longtime friend Tazz Cole.
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STONEZONE (Roger Stone) - RACONTEUR. BON VIVANT. SALOON SINGER. PRO-ANIMAL ACTIVIST

Raconteur, Bon Vivant, Saloon Singer — And a Voice for Animal Rights Roger Stone interviews multi-talented guest Christian Josi, exploring a range of topics that highlight their shared political alliances and personal friendship. The conversation functions as a platform for advocating for animal welfare legislation, specifically focusing on a push to make animal torture a […] The post RACONTEUR. BON VIVANT. SALOON SINGER. PRO-ANIMAL ACTIVIST appeared first on StoneZone .

Raconteur, Bon Vivant, Saloon Singer — And a Voice for Animal Rights Roger Stone interviews multi-talented guest Christian Josi, exploring a range of topics that highlight their shared political alliances and personal friendship. The conversation functions as a platform for advocating for animal welfare legislation, specifically focusing on a push to make animal torture a felony in Iowa, while also celebrating Josi’s diverse career as a jazz vocalist and music publicist. Stone utilizes the segment to provide a defense of his own legal and financial history, framing his past struggles with the IRS and the Mueller investigation as a narrative of spiritual redemption and political persecution. Finally, the exchange offers a critique of…Open

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