The 1920s, also known as the “Roaring Twenties,” was a time like no other. New technology, abandonment of tradition, and daring feats all occurred during this time of dramatic change. The twenties was not a time of refinement or civility, but instead the signs of corruption were over-looked and life was lived to the fullest. New fads and ways of entertainment were discovered creating an easy going lifestyle. The radio, first developed in the 19th century, helped pave the way for new fads and new entertainment. Although the radio started out with only had a few stations, over time it grew to be something that brought families and neighbors together. “On the night of November 2, 1920, Conrad and his Westinghouse associates announced that
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Pole sitting, sitting atop a flagpole, was one of the most popular fads during the twenties. “The most famous Jazz Age flagpole sitter was Alvin ‘Shipwreck’ Kelly, a professional stuntman who ignited this national craze in 1924 when he spent thirteen hours and thirteen minutes atop a flagpole to attract crowds to a Hollywood theater” (Cement 210). Ice sitting was very similar to pole sitting except for a pole, someone would sit on a block of ice. “Three men sat on a block of ice for 30 minutes each to win a $30 prize at an Ohio community picnic, the Coshocton Tribune reported on Aug. 13, 1926” (Weeks). The face kissing fad is exactly what it sounds like, kissing someone for an extended amount of time. “...A young couple continued to kiss for three hours and two minutes at a national marathon kissing contest on Coney Island in New York” (Weeks). Although these activities sound completely pointless, back in the twenties everyone was attempting these feats and while few succeeded, many had fun …show more content…
Because of this lack of concern, many new ideas were created and many new fads formed, some of which have lasted well into the twenty-first century. Without some of the crazy feats that were attempted, some of our modern day circus acts could have never been discovered. Life was a time of laughter and gaiety during the twenties and it was enjoyed by all. From the first station of the radio to the almost impossible crossword puzzle, the 1920s shaped some of the current forms of leisure time and contributed greatly to the modern
Pole sitting, sitting atop a flagpole, was one of the most popular fads during the twenties. “The most famous Jazz Age flagpole sitter was Alvin ‘Shipwreck’ Kelly, a professional stuntman who ignited this national craze in 1924 when he spent thirteen hours and thirteen minutes atop a flagpole to attract crowds to a Hollywood theater” (Cement 210). Ice sitting was very similar to pole sitting except for a pole, someone would sit on a block of ice. “Three men sat on a block of ice for 30 minutes each to win a $30 prize at an Ohio community picnic, the Coshocton Tribune reported on Aug. 13, 1926” (Weeks). The face kissing fad is exactly what it sounds like, kissing someone for an extended amount of time. “...A young couple continued to kiss for three hours and two minutes at a national marathon kissing contest on Coney Island in New York” (Weeks). Although these activities sound completely pointless, back in the twenties everyone was attempting these feats and while few succeeded, many had fun …show more content…
Because of this lack of concern, many new ideas were created and many new fads formed, some of which have lasted well into the twenty-first century. Without some of the crazy feats that were attempted, some of our modern day circus acts could have never been discovered. Life was a time of laughter and gaiety during the twenties and it was enjoyed by all. From the first station of the radio to the almost impossible crossword puzzle, the 1920s shaped some of the current forms of leisure time and contributed greatly to the modern