Description
Step back in time with the unforgettable Saturday Evening Post Magazine from June 30, 1956. This vintage magazine, featuring the stunning artwork titled "From This Hilltop" by renowned illustrator John Falter, is perfect for collectors, history buffs, or anyone who appreciates classic Americana.
Each copy is a snapshot of mid-20th-century American life, showcasing not just visual art but also captivating stories and articles from the era. The magazine serves as a delightful medium to experience the culture, values, and artistic styles of the time.
This particular issue is not just about nostalgia; it is an impressive collector's item. Dive into the pages that reflect the aesthetics of a simpler time, beautifully captured by Falter’s artistic prowess.
- Unique Artwork: The cover illustration "From This Hilltop" is a perfect conversation starter. Its rich colors and evocative imagery create a sense of warmth and nostalgia.
- Historical Significance: Owning this magazine gives you a tangible piece of history that reflects the thoughts and trends of the 1950s.
The item being pictured in this listing is exactly the same item you will receive. Please check the picture for condition purposes. You'll find the details pristine, and perfect for display or gift giving.
We also offer combined shipping for your convenience—just ask! All of our items come with a plastic protective covering to ensure their longevity and pristine condition.
Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of history. This Saturday Evening Post magazine is a gem that can enhance any collection and provide insight into a pivotal time in American history.
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):- 4 Short Stories
- That Other Woman — Jerome Weidman
- Just Before the Wedding — Steve McNeil
- Test Jump — Frank Harvey
- Suicide Case — Ronald Serabian
- 8 Articles
- Spectacular Boat Ride — Leonard A. Stevens
- The Face of America: Favored Valley — Photograph by A. H. Scott
- Working Girls on a Frolic — Ashley Halsey, Jr.
- The Redlegs’ Hardest Hitter — Harry T. Paxton
- Can Chemicals Conquer Cancer? — Steven M. Spencer
- Swindlers on the Turnpikes — Joe Alex Morris
- I Prowled the Outback (First of two articles) — William L. Worden
- Movie Horses are Real Hams! — John Reese
- 2 Serials
- Reunion With Terror (First of six parts) — Martha Albrand
- Counterfeit Cavalier (Sixth of eight parts) — Clarence Budington Kelland
- Other Features
- Letters
- Editorials
- Keeping Posted
- Post Scripts
- Verse
- The Cover
- The scene is out of John Falter’s boyhood, and from this hilltop that looks like an ugly fire. But Falter, having added a modern chemical fire truck which he feels certain will save the barn, reflects that when he starts a fire, he can put it out. Seriously, this evokes a fervent thank-heaven for telephones, gasoline motors, new-fashioned antifire devices, and the know-how and courage of volunteer smoke-eaters. Falter didn’t ride a horse bareback to his long-ago fire; his son ran away and Johnny dismounted to a passing haystack. Then, finding himself alive, he proceeded on shanks’ mare. To return to 1956, three volunteer boy-models, one on a horse, helped the painter by careering down a steep California hill again and again, which astonished onlookers, as there was no fire.