The Book, Cat, & Cat Book Lovers Almanac

of historical trivia regarding books, cats, and other animals. Actually this blog has evolved so that it is described better as a blog about cats in history and culture. And we take as a theme the advice of Aldous Huxley: If you want to be a writer, get some cats. Don't forget to see the archived articles linked at the bottom of the page.
Showing posts with label July 4. Show all posts
Showing posts with label July 4. Show all posts

July 4, 2019

July 4, 1907



Thank you Strange Company for this cartoon.



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This is from the Boston Globe, July 4, 1907. Glorious indeed. There is just one problem:

That lion has much more dignity than the yobs around it.





July 4, 2017

July 4, 1776

Keep all the kids inside today.
If out, only on a leash, okay.
There is nothing warm, cozy-making,
stripy loving, pelt pandering,
kitty kissingish, about the holiday day,
assuming, you are in the USA.