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December 26, 1901
The Hocking Sentinel
Logan, Hocking County, Ohio
What is this article about?
Ping Pong (table tennis) is a craze sweeping Great Britain, transcending social classes and dominating home evenings; suggested for introduction to America to entertain youth harmlessly.
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A Fascinating Pastime.
All Great Britain has given itself over to Ping Pong, or table tennis. It is not confined to one class of people alone but rules unobstructed in palace and hovel. Whosoever has the wherewithal to procure a set of Ping Pong does so forthwith, and thereafter peace flies from the hearth. Ping Pong night after night on the dining room table rules supreme from John O'Groats to Land's End. Some enterprising American should bring the game to this side of the water: any harmless evening amusement that will keep the young folks amused at home should be warmly welcomed.
All Great Britain has given itself over to Ping Pong, or table tennis. It is not confined to one class of people alone but rules unobstructed in palace and hovel. Whosoever has the wherewithal to procure a set of Ping Pong does so forthwith, and thereafter peace flies from the hearth. Ping Pong night after night on the dining room table rules supreme from John O'Groats to Land's End. Some enterprising American should bring the game to this side of the water: any harmless evening amusement that will keep the young folks amused at home should be warmly welcomed.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Social Manners
What keywords are associated?
Ping Pong
Table Tennis
Great Britain
Popular Pastime
Social Trend
Where did it happen?
Great Britain
Story Details
Location
Great Britain
Story Details
Ping Pong or table tennis has become a widespread pastime in Great Britain, enjoyed across all social classes from palace to hovel, dominating evenings at home; the author recommends introducing it to America as a harmless amusement for young people.