Description
Step back in time with the classic edition of the Saturday Evening Post Magazine from January 31, 1953. This enchanting issue features a delightful cover titled Santa's Gifts, beautifully illustrated by the renowned artist Stevan Dohanos. The absence of a label enhances its vintage charm, making it a unique piece for collectors or a great gift for magazine enthusiasts.
This magazine encapsulates the spirit of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the American culture and lifestyle of the early 1950s. It is more than just a magazine; it’s a slice of history. Each page turns back the clock, showcasing advertisements, stories, and illustrations that resonate with nostalgia.
Included in this listing is precisely the item you will receive. We encourage buyers to thoroughly assess the provided picture for any condition details. Our commitment to quality ensures that every item comes with a protective plastic covering, preserving its integrity for years to come.
Here are a couple of key features of this collectible magazine:
- Historic Value: Own a piece of Americana from the early 50s that reflects societal trends of the time.
- Artistic Cover Design: Featuring the captivating artwork of Stevan Dohanos, this cover is perfect for display or personal enjoyment.
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Whether you’re adding to a personal collection, looking for a thoughtful gift, or simply curious about past pleasures, this edition of the Saturday Evening Post is sure to delight.
Embrace the joy of nostalgia with this fine magazine. A perfect conversation starter, it invites you to reflect on a simpler time, while also serving as a beautiful art piece for your home.
Note: The content list below is digitally transcribed for searchability. Please refer to the photos for the exact Table of Contents.
Inside This Issue (Full Table of Contents):-
Short Stories
- The Scandal of the Colonel’s Lady — Robert Standish
- The Swindled Bride — Edward L. McKenna
- The Woman He Left to Die — Farley Mowat
- Adventures of a Thief — John and Ward Hawkins
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Articles
- Gambling Joint on the Iron Curtain — James P. O’Donnell
- These Slum Landlords Got Smart — Sidney Shalett
- I Came Back from a Red Death Cell (Third of four articles) — Robert T. Bryan, Jr., as told to Milton Lehman
- Could We Stop a Red U-Boat Attack? — Rear Admiral D. V. Gallery, USN
- Treasure House on Fifth Avenue (Second of two articles) — Henry L. Collins
- Vest-Pocket Circus — Hartzell Spence
- Toothy Killers of the Swamps — Neil M. Clark
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Serials
- The Dangerous Angel (First of eight parts) — Clarence Budington Kelland
- The Big Heat (Sixth of seven parts) — William P. McGivern
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Other Features
- Letters
- Editorials
- Post Scripts
- Verse
- Keeping Posted
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This Week’s Cover
- Santa Claus recently whispered down a chimney to us that half the fun of Christmas is watching children play with their presents afterward, and that if the presents prove to be educational, ho! ho! so much the more fun. We guess Santa tipped off Stevan Dohanos to observe these little ladies blissfully learning how to boil water without forgetting it and melting the pot down into the stove, and other complex principles of homemaking. The only uneducational toys in sight are the dolls, for they are not sniveling, hollering, raging around the room like maniacs or falling into the stove, as normal children do. And now for the ticklish question: Will the little girls wash those dishes or go find a little boy to do it?