Best in show at the Consolidated Hamptons Dog Show of 1925 at the Meadow Club in Southampton? A Sealyham terrier. And much more from our past pages.

For your perusal: the many and miscellaneous Star missives.

Cellphone towers are ugly and unwanted, and yet everyone demands seamless service. There is an acceptable compromise on the table in Springs.

Since taking office in January, the White House’s actions have been head-spinning and distracting, with the probable intention of creating a blur in public perception.