1.) Betty Boop was first created in 1902 as a dog where her sketches were improved and edited until her debut on August 8, 1930. In 1931 Betty was no longer a dog but a woman. With Betty's singing and "short" skirt she was looked upon as risque, being as many have said, the woman before Marilyn. Although Betty was idolized in this aspect she still contained an innocence and assertive voice for a woman. In 1933 Philadelphia banned Betty Boop labeling her to be "too risque." In 1934 Betty retired from singing lengthened her skit and became a woman with an apron. In 1939 her last show was released "Yip Yip Yipee" marking the end of Betty Boop.
As a child I watched reruns on old tapes observing the progression of Betty's life within weeks, never quite understanding the change in her creation and life until now.
http://www.welovebettyboop.com/bettyboop.html
2.) On January 17, 1929 "Thimble Theater" was introduced to the public as a funny comic strip. Popeye first appeared as a supporting character later emerging into the main character pushing Ham Gravy, Olive Oyl's boyfriend, into early retirement.
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The fans encouraged the success of Popeye demanding more adventures with the sailor. Thus causing Popeye's looks to improve along with his relationship with Olive Oyl, creating the show "Thimble Theater Starring: Popeye the Sailor" later becoming just "Popeye."
Popeye has always been extremely funny with even the cuteness of what generations before us thought.
http://www.calmapro.com/popeye/history.php?section=segar¤t=history
3.) On November 18, 1928 Mickey Mouse was the first short film to enter theaters with sound. In the 1930's Walt created Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto, Goofy, Peg-Leg Pete, and Clarabelle Cow. Mickey has been popular for all generations including today's. Creating laughter and memories.
http://www.vex.net/~dq711/mickey_mouse.htm
Fun Fact: Mae Questel is the voice for Olive Oyl, Betty Boop, Felix the Cat, and Minnie Mouse.
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