In the first half of the 20th century, electric lighting became commonplace in American stores, factories, and homes. Firms such as Macbeth Daylighting Company of New York City and Corning Glassware ...

This lesson plan outlines topics for short research projects and classroom performances related to the Mexican War. Have students select individuals connected to the Mexican War, perform research, and ...

This cornet was made by Lyon & Healy in Chicago, Illinois about 1903. It is a C/B-flat/A cornet, Own Make model serial #3075, made of silver plated brass, and has 3 piston valves. This cornet can be ...

The indications or uses for this product as provided on its packaging: Directions: Squeeze a little Wildroot Hair Dressing into one hand. Rub hands together and apply to wet or dry hair. Massage ...

Little is known of this wooden and paper mache hand puppet created and used during the Civil War period. He has hand painted facial features, and he's wearing a simple blue cotton jacket, tan pants, a ...

Photograph: A masked worker fumigates a bracero with DDT at the Hidalgo Processing Center, Texas, while others wait in line.