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Playboy January 1955 Issue - A New Year’s Blend of Fiction, Jazz, Humor, and Style

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The January 1955 issue of Playboy welcomes the new year with an eclectic mix of content. Featuring Ray Bradbury’s “The Concrete Mixer” as fiction and an analytical piece on West Coast Jazz, the magazine engages its readers right from the start. "Carnival" by Erskine Caldwell and "The Ears of Johnny Bear" by John Steinbeck add to the fiction collection. This issue includes a guide on concocting drinks in “Playboy at the Punch Bowl”, a glimpse into the life in "Babylon, U.S.A." through pictorials, and the humor section “Playboy’s Party Jokes.” Miss January takes the spotlight as Playboy's Playmate of the Month. The issue also features ribald verse, humor in "The Stag at Eve", insights into theatre with “Santa’s Baby is Back on Broadway”, and a style guide for men in "The Well Dressed Playboy".

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Playboy February-March 1955 Issue - A Double Edition with Fiction, Theatre, Art, Humor, and More

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The combined February-March 1955 issue of Playboy is a special double edition, featuring a variety of content spanning from fiction to theatre. Beginning with "A Change of Air" by Ivan Gold, the issue indulges readers with thought-provoking fiction. There’s a peek into Broadway’s Turkish delight through the lens of theatre and an artistic showcase in "Kley’s Winter" by Heinrich Kley. "The Most Horrible Story" by John W. Jakes adds to the fiction collection. The issue tantalizes taste buds with "The Naked Hamburger", explores personality through "Red Beans & Ricely Yours", and tickles your funny bone with "Playboy’s Party Jokes". Miss February graces the pages as Playboy's Playmate of the Month. The issue doesn’t miss out on sports, with an overview of Boxing in 1955, and also includes Playboy's Valentines humor, Ribald Classics fiction by Guy de Maupassant, a television feature, and a buying guide in Playboy's Bazaar.

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Playboy April 1955 Issue - Engrossing Fiction, Humor, Satire, Pictorials, and More

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The April 1955 issue of Playboy Magazine offers an assortment of engaging content for the discerning reader. The issue opens with "The Hunger", a riveting fiction piece by Charles Beaumont. Humor is aplenty with “The Faithful Servants” by George J.W. Goodman and “Playboy’s Party Jokes”. Readers get a visual treat through “Executive Flight”, a captivating pictorial, as well as “Worldly Wisdom” by Arv Miller. For the aspiring corporate moguls, there is “How to Play Company Politics” by Shepherd Mead, a satirical take on corporate life. Culinary enthusiasts can explore the world of seafood with “Consider the Crab” by Thomas Mario. Miss April makes a glamorous appearance as Playboy's Playmate of the Month. Classic fiction lovers can indulge in Ribald Classics by Guy de Maupassant. The issue also features “Drinking Companions” and “Naked Advertising” pictorials, a fiction piece “A Tithe for Charity” by Virgil Patch and P.G. Wodehouse, and a games section with “Cocktail Quiz” by Joseph C. Stacey. Additionally, Roger Price provides humor in “Modern Art as a Hobby”, and the issue rounds off with “Playboy’s Bazaar”, a handy buying guide.

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Playboy May 1955 Issue - A Blend of Fiction, Satire, and Enticing Pictorials

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

PLAYBOY May 1955 includes an array of content such as “The Eighty Yard Run” a fiction piece by Irwin Shaw, a personality profile “TV’s Ad Glibber” by Keith Hefner, and satire “The Murder of Conan Doyle” by Ray Russell. There's also a food article “The Sophisticated Cheese” by Thomas Mario, and "How to be a Fair-Haired Boy" by Shepherd Mead. The issue also contains the ribald classic “Substitute Wench” by Boccaccio, and “Double Exposure”, a pictorial. Not to forget, there’s “Miss May” – Playboy’s Playmate of the Month, along with party jokes, games, and a buying guide.

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Playboy June 1955 Issue - A Fusion of Art, Jazz, and Captivating Stories

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

PLAYBOY's June 1955 issue is loaded with an eclectic array of content. The issue kicks off with John Collier's "In The Cards", an action-packed story. Jazz lovers will appreciate "All-Time All-Star Jazz Band" by Jack Tracy. If you’re looking for more action, "Successful Love" by Delmore Schwartz is a must-read. The magazine also indulges the taste buds with "The Cordial Cup of Coffee" by Thomas Mario. The issue wouldn’t be complete without ribald classics such as "The Costly Countess" by De Maupassant, as well as PLAYBOY’s party jokes. The visuals in this issue are captivating, with pictorials including "Eve" and "From Searle's Sketchbook". “Miss June”, Playboy's Playmate of the Month, graces the pages, alongside an array of other pictorials. For those into satire, Shepherd Mead's "Handling Your Ad Agency" offers a light-hearted take. The issue wraps up with the PLAYBOY’s Bazaar buying guide and an illustrators' show pictorial.

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Playboy July 1955 Issue - A Blend of Fiction, Satire, and Pictorials

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The July 1955 issue of Playboy features an assortment of content, from fiction such as “The Crooked Coronet” by Michael Arlen and “A Steady, High-Type Fellow” by Herbert Gold, to satire “High, Proud Hills” by Ray Russell. Themed pictorials including “Man About the Beach” by Jack Cole and “Playboy’s Office Playmate” are captivating. There's also an intriguing article “A Vote for Polygamy” by Jay Smith, and ribald classic “A Suit for Damages” by Balzac. The issue is rounded out with Playboy’s Playmate of the Month - Miss July, along with party jokes and a buying guide.

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Playboy August 1955 Issue - A Blend of Jazz, Fiction, and Satire

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The August 1955 issue of Playboy features a diverse selection of content including the fiction piece “The Crooked Man” by Charles Beaumont, and “Uncle Fred Flits By” by P.G. Wodehouse. The issue also contains articles on Jazz by Dave Brubeck, humor by Earl Wilson, and a food article “Know Your Onions” by Thomas Mario. Don’t miss the ribald classic “Caught in the Act” by Guy de Maupassant, “Sex in Business” satire by Shepherd Mead, and of course, “Miss August” - Playboy’s Playmate of the Month, alongside various pictorials, quizzes and a buying guide.

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Playboy September 1955 Issue - A Mix of Jazz, Fiction, and Lifestyle

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The Playboy September 1955 issue is packed with captivating content including “The Closed Shop”, a fiction piece by W. Somerset Maugham, and “Spy Story” by Robert Sheckley. There’s a feature on collecting Jazz by James H. Lavely, and an article “The Big Bosom Battle”. Other highlights include a guide to mixing the perfect Martini, attire tips with “The Basic Wardrobe”, and “Audacious Italian Dishes” for the food lovers. Of course, the issue also includes the iconic Playmate of the Month and various pictorials including "Fair Forms and Foul Fiends".

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Playboy October 1955 Issue - Humor, Fiction, and Style

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

Playboy’s October 1955 issue brings a diverse array of content including humor in “The Adventures of Hector” by Thorne Smith, a pictorial of “A Stripper Goes to College”, and an article “Stags for Fun and Profit” by Jay Smith. Readers can also find lifestyle advice with “Summa Cum Style” and “The Cocktail Hour” by Thomas Mario. The issue features two Playmates and includes fiction such as “The King” by James Jones and the ribald classic “The Taming of the Rake” by Guy De Maupassant.

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Playboy November 1955 Issue - Entertainment, Fiction, and Pictorials

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

Playboy's November 1955 issue is a captivating blend of entertainment, such as "Jonathan Winters and His Purple Owl" by Victor Lownes, and fiction like "Burnt Toast" by Mack Reynolds. The magazine includes food content in “Playboy Cooks with Beer” by Thomas Mario, pictorials featuring Gina and Barbara Cameron, and the ribald classic “The Cuckold’s Stratagem” by Giovanni Straparola. Additionally, it offers humor with “Playboy’s Party Jokes” and satire “The Sorry Plight of the Human Male” by Shepherd Mead.

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Playboy December 1955 Issue - Holiday Edition with Fiction, Satire, and Pictorials

June 28, 2023 in PlayBoy 50s by Wyatt Earp

The December 1955 issue of Playboy is a holiday edition featuring a rich blend of content such as “A Classic Affair” a fiction piece by Charles Beaumont, a personality profile “The Magic Lady” by Victor Lownes, and satire “The First Sap of Manhood” by Shepherd Mead. The issue also contains articles like “Uncovering a Nudist Wedding” by Earl Wilson, “Gourmet Gifts for Christmas” by Thomas Mario, and pictorials including “Playboy’s Christmas Cards” and “Burlesque in Tokyo”. Not to forget, there’s “Miss December” – Playboy’s Playmate of the Month, along with party jokes, ribald classic “The Spice of Life” by Guy de Maupassant, and a Christmas buying guide.

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Playboy Magazine, July 1976

July 10, 2023 in PlayBoy 70s by Wyatt Earp

The July 1976 issue of Playboy Magazine begins with a critique of Time Magazine, offering readers a behind-the-scenes look at media dynamics. It proceeds with reviews of the latest works by Gail Sheehy, William Kotzwinkle, and Peter De Vries, reflecting Playboy's commitment to the literary scene.

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