August Jam, 1974

“Emerson, Lake and Palmer performed an operation on the U.S. This summer… In Charlotte, North Carolina, the feedback fiends caused double-trouble with the hot boogie chefs, The Allman Brothers, in what was billed as an August Jam. The fans were Read More …

The Witch’s Broom, 160AD

“At these magical assemblies, the witches never failed to dance; and in their dance they sing these words, ‘Har, har, divell divell, dance here dance here, plaie here plaie here, Sabbath, Sabbath.’ And whiles they sing and dance, ever one Read More …

Public Pipe, 1900

“Public pipe – The man holding the waterpipe, would sell 3 puffs to all comers, in public places.” Sichuan, China, 1900-1920   Selling puffs on a pipe, Sichuan, China, ca.1900-1920 – “A young man is shown wearing a pouch for Read More …

Predecessor to the Narcotics Squad’s and DEA, 1877

Chinatown Squad of the San Francisco Police Department posing with sledge hammers and axes in front of August Pistolesi’s grocery store at 752 Washington Street – 1895   Predecessor to the Narcotics Squad’s and DEA In this 100+ year Drug Read More …

How to Smoke a Joint, 1968

Zap Comix #0 – 1968   Help build a better America! Now, you don’t need a “shrink” to flush out karmic conjestion! Get Stoned! A modern miracle! Heres How! Smoke at least two of these every day for one year! Read More …