In celebrating our Club's birthday, let's take the opportunity to look at what was happening in the world at that time. So over the next few months, I'll share with you what I've been able to find out able the 1927. The Cost of Living in 1927: A child's toy steam engine $3.98 Hand cranked washing machine (not everyone had electricity) $15.95 Electric Washing Machine $79.00 Kodak's Box Brownie Camera $2.29 Radio Receiver $74.95 Wood Fired Kitchen Range $69.85 (they were also used for heating and often left on all day) More news to come next week. Stay tuned.... |