Misc: Who wrote A Boring Story?

Questions

North American Indians used the teepee as their nomadic dwelling, however, what was the name of the their permanent living accommodation called?

Who was the actress to star in the first ‘Gidget’ movie?

Who was the 6o’s singer who sang ‘Jack the Knife’?

How many bathrooms are in the Toronto based Casa Loma?

What is the real name of cosmetic owner & founder Elizabeth Arden?