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Discussing the book "Far From Home: Life and Loss in Two American Towns" with journalist and author Ron Powers

BROADCAST: Jul. 11, 1991 | DURATION: 00:54:02

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Broadcast Date
Jul. 11, 1991

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 52.15 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
54 minutes, 2 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

American History & Politics Working, Labor, Economy

People

Critics Journalists Authors, Writers

Tags

WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Powers, Ron--Interviews Powers, Ron. Far from home. Authors, American--20th century--Interviews Journalists--United States--20th century--Interviews Critics--United States--20th century--Interviews City and town life--Illinois--Cairo. Cities and towns--Illinois. Audiotapes. Radio programs.

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