Shiny Objects Along the Way #2 - Gay Rodeo Decorations

 I ran across this gem from 1953 issue of the  Elk City (OK) Journal.  Word usage changes over time.     Take the word "gay."

This is Arthur.  He was in charge of the whole rodeo in 1949 and is co-chairman of the 1953 rodeo decoration committee.

"It's his responsibility to see that the town is rigged out in appropriate theme style and to decorate the rodeo park in a gay western fashion."

Think there were any pride rainbows? Doubtful.