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Frank Dolson in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: May. 13, 1983 | DURATION: 00:56:35

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Synopsis

Discussing the book "Beating the Bushes: Life in the Minor League," published by Icarus Press) with sports editor and author Frank Dolson.

Details

Broadcast Date
May. 13, 1983

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
56 minutes, 35 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Sports and Sports Writers

People

Authors, Writers

Tags

Dolson, Frank--Interviews Dolson, Frank. Beating the bushes. Baseball teams--United States. Sportswriters--United States--20th century--Interviews Editors--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Dolson, Frank, interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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