Description
Discover a piece of history with this vintage issue of Life Magazine dated October 16, 1950. This particular edition features a captivating story on the Winnetka High School Girl and highlights some of the most pressing topics in education during that era. As part of a special focus on US schools, this magazine gives readers a rare glimpse into the past and the evolving landscape of education.
With a total of 96 pages, this issue is packed with intriguing articles and stunning photographs. Notable highlights include:
- A Roper Survey: Assessing public opinion on schools, revealing what people truly think about education.
- Features on Noteworthy Schools: Discover stories like Arkansas Town finally voting for new schools and the oldest schoolhouse that still stands.
Among many engaging pieces, you will find:
Pg… 11 What the U.S. Thinks About Schools: A Roper Survey
Pg… 46 Editorial: Our Schools have Kept Us Free, by Henry Steele Commager
Pg… 50 The Teacher Carries on with Her Job
Pg… 69 Football is Pricing Itself Out of Business, by Marshall Smith and Richard Oulahan Jr.
Pg… 101 A Good High School in Illinois
Pg… 117 Oregon's Live–In Public School
This vintage magazine is not just a collector's item; it's a treasure trove of historical information that reflects societal attitudes toward education in the 1950s. It would make a fantastic addition to any collection or an extraordinary gift for history enthusiasts.
*The image shown in this listing is a stock photo. You will receive the same issue as depicted, and condition described in this listing, but it may not be the exact copy shown in the photo.*
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