Tex Waldo

If you could name the first city on Mars, what would you name it?

Luby’s, Main Street, Dallas (1954) Lunchtime crowds formed a steady stream of diners into Luby’s on Main Street, one of the city's most popular cafeterias. Inside, trays slid along stainless-steel rails as patrons chose from dishes like roast beef, fried fish, and trays of jello. Booths lined the walls while schoolchildren and downtown workers filled every seat. The polished floors, uniformed staff, and buzzing dining room created a comforting routine for locals. It wasn’t just about food—it was part of Dallas’s midday rhythm. Luby’s held a special place in the memory of anyone who lived or worked downtown in the mid-century.

Singer Phil Collins suddenly loses hearing in his left ear during a recording session in Los Angeles. The cause is yet unknown.