Why Is It Called A Greaser?

The name was applied to members of the subculture partly because of their characteristic greased-back hair. Within Greater Baltimore during the 1950s and early 1960s, greasers were colloquially referred to as drapes and drapettes. Where does the word greaser come from? Etymology. grease +‎ -er. Applied to mechanics because they Read more…

Did Dally Break His Arm?

Dally has a badly burned arm, but Johnny is in far worse condition, with a possible broken back and bad burns. They are all considered heroes for saving the children. At the hospital, doctors examine Ponyboy, and except for a few burns and a big bruise across his back, he’s Read more…