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Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 3, No. 27, November, 1921 : America's Magazine of Wit, Humor and Filosophy

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Project Gutenberg Online Catalog
Format:
Book
Author/Creator:
Various
Contributor:
Fawcett, W. H. (Wilford Hamilton), 1885-1940.
Language:
English
Physical Description:
1 online resource : multiple file formats
Place of Publication:
Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,
Summary:
"Captain Billy's Whiz Bang, Vol. 3, No. 27, November, 1921" by Various is a monthly humor magazine published during the early 20th century, particularly notable for its comedic take on contemporary events and societal norms of the post-World War I era. The magazine features a blend of satire, witty commentary, and light-hearted prose, aimed primarily at readers looking for entertainment and humorous perspectives on everyday life. The November 1921 issue includes a variety of humorous essays, anecdotes, and poems, reflecting the quirks and foibles of characters in rural America and beyond. The content ranges from whimsical stories about farm life and various encounters with locals, to light-hearted jabs at celebrities and cultural phenomena of the time, such as motion pictures and social expectations. This issue stands out with its commentary on social issues, celebrity gossip, and playful critiques of public behavior, which ultimately underscores a carefree spirit that seeks to entertain readers through humor and relatable experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Credits:
Produced by David Edwards and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Notes:
Reading ease score: 78.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Release date is 2020-04-18

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