Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
John Martin's Spool Zoo entered the entertainment world in 1931. Six animal illustrations were available and included a ready-to-cutout bear, zebra, lion, elephant and hippopotamus. Each animal was illustrated and printed in full color and required a spool of a different size, onto which the head and tail were glued.
We humans need a break from time to time. The constant barrage of information and emotion can be difficult. In the 21st century, we often equate a leisurely break with a dose of Netflix. A century prior however, people were finding exciting entertainment options through print media.
This week, I share two printed games that people of the early 20th century enjoyed.
Both of these 'games' were donat...
