Aaron Mahnke's Cabinet of Curiosities One-Woman Show
Nov 12, 2024
Explore the intriguing story of Monowai, Nebraska, the smallest incorporated town, featuring its last resident, 90-year-old Elsie, who keeps its spirit alive. Discover her role as a caretaker, running the town's tavern and creating a social hub amidst desolation. Additionally, delve into the past with the forgotten link boys of Victorian London, who bravely illuminated the dark streets, facing dangers while guiding citizens. Their contributions may be lost to time, but their legacy shines on.
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Elsie Eiler's One-Woman Town
- Elsie Eiler is the sole resident and mayor of Monowi, Nebraska, running the town's only tavern.
- Despite the town's dwindling population, Elsie's tavern thrives, attracting visitors from around the globe.
The Link Boys of London
- Link boys, children with torches, once guided people through London's dark, foggy streets for a small fee.
- Their eventual disappearance coincided with the advent of electric streetlights.
