Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Shown are just two of the items housed in the Hulbert Schoolhouse that helped archivist Rachel Brazil grieve the loss of her mother in 2021. Above: The intricately detailed waistshirt of the 1900s was the fashion standard of its day. This particular piece was donated by Nell Bugbee, and contains elements that were re-invented a century later for women's professional attire.
Perhaps some of you remember the nursery rhyme, "What Are Little Boys Made Of?"
What are little boys made of?
Snips & snails & puppy dogs tails
And such are little boys made of.
What are little girls made of?
Sugar and spice
And everything nice
That's what little girls are made of.
The rhyme dates back to 19th century England and is attributed to poet Robert Southey. Yet 150 years lat...
