30 Gorgeous Photos of Marjorie Reynolds in the 1940s

Born 1917 in Buhl, Idaho, American actress Marjorie Reynolds was a featured child actress in such silent films as Scaramouche (1923) at age 6. At age 8 she stopped acting to concentrate on education until leaving school at 16 to play a ballerina in Herbert Brenon’s Wine, Women and Song (1933).

Reynolds appeared in more than 50 films, including the 1942 musical Holiday Inn, in which she and Bing Crosby introduced the song “White Christmas” in a duet, albeit with her singing dubbed. She has a star in the Television section of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, at 1525 Vine Street.

Reynolds had suffered from congestive heart disease, she collapsed and died in 1997, in Manhattan Beach, California, while walking her dog. She was 79 years old. Take a look at these gorgeous photos to see portraits of a young Marjorie Reynolds in the 1940s.

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Fascinating Photos of U.S. Storefronts From the 1980s

In the 1980s, storefronts in the U.S. were characterized by a distinctive blend of vibrant colors, bold signage, and a strong emphasis on consumer culture.

Many storefronts embraced neon lights, bright displays, and eye-catching window arrangements to draw in customers. Popular trends included large, blocky fonts and logos that were often designed to be easily recognizable from a distance. The design aesthetic was often loud and playful, with an emphasis on product visibility, especially in retail sectors like clothing, electronics, and fast food.

These fascinating photos from The Library of Congress were taken by John Samuel Margolies that show storefronts in the U.S. from the 1980s.

Rushmore Souvenirs, Route 16A, Keystone, South Dakota, 1980

Ben Franklin Store, 6th Street, Seward, Nebraska, 1980

Brick storefront, Cambridge, Idaho, 1980

Chop's Bowling Alley, S. 13th Street, Omaha, Nebraska, 1980

Dog & Cat Hospital, Sandy Boulevard, Portland, Oregon, 1980

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Alice Cooper and His Band During a Photoshoot by Ed Caraeff in 1969 and 1970

Alice Cooper, also known as the Alice Cooper Band, was an American rock band formed in Phoenix, Arizona, in 1968. The band consisted of lead singer Vincent Furnier (who adopted the stage name Alice Cooper), Glen Buxton (lead guitar), Michael Bruce (rhythm guitar, keyboards), Dennis Dunaway (bass guitar), and Neal Smith (drums). The band was notorious for their elaborate, theatrical shock rock stage shows.

“We were called the Nazz and we found out about Todd Rundgren’s band who were called the Nazz,” Furnier recalled. “So I said let’s not come up with a name that's dark, because they’re expecting that. I said, ‘What if we sounded like we were somebody’s aunt?’ It was kind of like the all-American, sweet little old lady name. And I wasn’t Alice Cooper. I was just the singer in the band Alice Cooper, like Manfred Mann. Pretty soon everybody called me Alice, they just assumed that the singer’s name was Alice. So, at that point, I legally changed my name to Alice Cooper. It was a total outrage at the time. Now it’s a household name.”

The Alice Cooper band was one of the few glam rock acts to achieve mainstream popularity in the United States, rising to fame in 1971 with the hit single “I’m Eighteen,” from their third album Love It to Death. Success continued with the US top 10 and UK No. 1 single “School’s Out,” from the album of the same name (1972). The band peaked in popularity in 1973 with their sixth album Billion Dollar Babies, which topped the charts in the US and UK and produced three UK top 10 singles. The supporting tour broke box-office records previously held by the Rolling Stones. The band split up in 1975. Vincent Furnier legally changed his name to Alice Cooper and began a successful solo career. In 2011, the original Alice Cooper band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

In 1969, Ed Caraeff photographed the Alice Cooper Band, capturing some of their earliest professional images. This was around the time they were signed to Frank Zappa’s Straight Records and released their debut album, Pretties for You (1969).

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35 Amazing Photochroms of Rome in the 1890s

In the 1890s, Rome was still adjusting to its role as the capital of the newly unified Kingdom of Italy, a transition that had begun with the capture of the city in 1870. The decade was marked by both growth and tension.

Urban development continued, with the city’s infrastructure expanding rapidly. New boulevards, such as Via Nazionale, were constructed, and the area around Termini Station grew into a bustling hub. These modernizing projects, however, often clashed with Rome’s ancient and medieval heritage, leading to debates over how to balance preservation with progress.

Here below is a collection of amazing Photochroms of Rome in the 1890s.

A panorama from the Palatine, Rome, Italy, circa 1890s

Amphitheatre of Tusculum, Rome, Italy, circa 1890s

Castle and bridge of St. Angelo, Rome, Italy, circa 1890s

Exterior of the Colosseum, Rome, Italy, circa 1890s

Forum Boarium, Rome, Italy, circa 1890s

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The Amazing Story of Running Legend Cliff Young, the 61 Year Old Farmer Who Won the World’s Toughest Race in 1983

Every year from between 1983 and 1991, Australia held 543.7-mile (875-kilometer) endurance racing from Sydney to Melbourne. It is considered among the world’s most grueling ultra-marathons. The race takes five days to complete and is normally only attempted by world-class athletes who train specially for the event. These athletes are typically less than 30 years old and backed by large companies such as Nike.

In 1983, a man named Cliff Young showed up at the start of this race. He was 61 years old and wore overalls and work boots. To everyone’s shock, Cliff wasn’t a spectator. He picked up his race number and joined the other runners. The press and other athletes became curious and questioned Cliff. They told him, “You’re crazy, there’s no way you can finish this race.” To which he replied, “Yes I can. See, I grew up on a farm where we couldn’t afford horses or tractors, and the whole time I was growing up, whenever the storms would roll in, I’d have to go out and round up the sheep. We had 2,000 sheep on 2,000 acres. Sometimes I would have to run those sheep for two or three days. It took a long time, but I’d always catch them. I believe I can run this race.”

When the race started, the pros quickly left Cliff behind. The crowds and television audience were entertained because Cliff didn’t even run properly; he appeared to shuffle. Many even feared for the old farmer’s safety. All of the professional athletes knew that it took about 5 days to finish the race. In order to compete, one had to run about 18 hours a day and sleep the remaining 6 hours. The thing is, Cliff Young didn’t know that!

When the morning of the second day came, everyone was in for another surprise. Not only was Cliff still in the race, he had continued jogging all night. Eventually Cliff was asked about his tactics for the rest of the race. To everyone’s disbelief, he claimed he would run straight through to the finish without sleeping.

Cliff kept running. Each night he came a little closer to the leading pack. By the final night, he had surpassed all of the young, world-class athletes. He was the first competitor to cross the finish line and he set a new course record.

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Impressive Fashion Photography by Peter Knapp in the 1960s and ’70s

Born 1931 in Bäretswil in the canton of Zürich, Swiss photographer Peter Knapp is widely recognized for his work in fashion photography and his contributions to the visual arts. He made a significant impact in the world of photography during the mid-20th century. Knapp worked for various fashion magazines, such as Elle and Vogue, and his style is known for its unique blend of contemporary art and innovative photography techniques.

His work often combines elements of movement, abstraction, and portraiture, giving his subjects a sense of dynamism and fluidity. One of his notable contributions was to the way fashion photography evolved—he brought a fresh, artistic approach to it, moving away from the traditional, static poses that were popular at the time.

These impressive photos are part of his work that Peter Knapp took fashion portraits of classic beauties in the 1960s and 1970s.

Models in André Courrèges, photo by Peter Knapp, Elle, 1965

Dorothy Walsh and Germaine Blondel, photo by Peter Knapp for Elle magazine, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, 1960

Dorothy Walsh and Germaine Blondel, photo by Peter Knapp for Elle magazine, Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, 1960

Rita Scherrer for Jean-Marc Maniatis, photo by Peter Knapp, 1960

Jean Shrimpton for Jean-Marc Maniatis, photo by Peter Knapp, 1963

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Photos of David Niven and Claudia Cardinale Skiing at Cortina d’Ampezzo During the Filming of “The Pink Panther” (1963)

In January 1963, David Niven and Claudia Cardinale were captured in the picturesque ski resort town of Cortina d’Ampezzo during the filming of The Pink Panther. The film, directed by Blake Edwards, would go on to become one of the most iconic comedies of the 1960s, with Niven and Cardinale playing alongside Peter Sellers in this timeless caper. The location in the Italian Alps was perfect for blending the glamorous world of Hollywood with the laid-back, après-ski atmosphere of the time. In the images, both stars effortlessly embody the charm and elegance of the period, with a perfect mix of high-fashion style and casual winter leisure.

Cortina d’Ampezzo, known as the “Queen of the Dolomites,” has long been a favorite retreat for the rich and famous, and the location served as an idyllic backdrop for a movie that blended high society and slapstick comedy. The film’s production in the winter of 1963 also coincided with the growing popularity of European ski resorts among celebrities and the burgeoning trend of luxury winter holidays. Niven, already an established British actor known for his suave charm, and Cardinale, a rising Italian starlet, perfectly represented the cosmopolitan flair that the film and its setting demanded. The playful chemistry between the two on and off-screen added to the allure of the movie, making it one of the most memorable films of its era.

The Pink Panther was released in 1964 and would become a defining moment in cinema history. The film’s success not only established Peter Sellers’ portrayal of the bumbling Inspector Clouseau as an iconic role, but it also cemented Niven and Cardinale’s places in the annals of Hollywood legend. The film’s influence extended far beyond its release, spawning a franchise that would carry the charm of these characters well into the 1970s and beyond.

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