Even on this famous night it’s possible to have fun at home. This booklet from the mid 20th century is proof, because you can be the “Life of the Party!”
Presented with the complements of a company called “Three Feathers. First among fine whiskeys,” this pamphlet is full of songs, games, quizzes and fun! Unlike my “Tipple Tips”brochure, this one did not contain a copyright so I don’t know what year it was issued. By the looks of the drawings, I’m guessing the early to mid-20th century.
The pamphlet claims that this is “your complete guide to party fun!The following pages are crammed full of those fine old song favorites that everyone loves to sing— in addition to games, quizzes, contests, recipes: in short everything you need (except the necessary quantities of that good Three Feathers Whiskey) to make every party an outstanding success! Keep this booklet handy whenever you entertain. It’s an easy way to make sure that yours will always be the first among fine parties!”
Complete Guide to Party Fun
The party starts with “The Song Game.” These games turn music into impromptu quiz shows, with the winner getting a fabulous prize.
Games and Music put Together
If you have a piano, here is some sheet music so you can play an old favorite, “My Darling Clementine.”
Sing an Old Standard
Next, comes a piece of trivia. I’ve always wanted to learn about the first steamboat.
Steamboat Trivia
Of course, right after that is sheet music for the song “Sailing Sailing!”
Over the Bounding Main
Then more trivia, relating to sports and politics.
Two Special “Firsts!”
Next, famous and not so famous “First” events.
Learn More About Being First
Now to the fun part, the cocktails. Here are recipes for six different concoctions.
Six Special Drink Recipes
Since this brochure was handed out by a whiskey company, of course they have a special section devoted to trivia about whiskey. What a surprise?
Whiskey Trivia
After all this hard thinking, everyone will need more drinking.
Classic Cocktails
And those cocktails will come in handy when one tries to figure out how to answer some of these “Parlor Problems.”
Puzzlers to Solve while in your Parlor
Here are more puzzles you can have fun with
Pencil and Paper PuzzlersMore Pencil and Paper Games
No one should spend the whole evening just sitting around, so get up and going with these action games.
Get off the Couch and PlayRules for More Action Games
When you’re done stumbling around the living room, here are some more songs to play on the piano.
Annie is Such a SweetheartAnother Classic Song
Followed by another not-so-famous “First” event.
Hear-Ye Hear-Ye. Learn about a “Modern” Hotel
We have now reached the end of our pamphlet, but the tips contained within guarantees a delightful time will be had by all for many New Year’s to come. Because the best fun, is classic fun. Fun guaranteed to make you the “Life of the Party.”
You are the “Life of the Party!”
And fun you will always find with GVS, Glorious Vintage Stuff!