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James and Ann Harper discuss their social center, "Save the Alcoholic"

BROADCAST: Jun. 25, 1980 | DURATION: 00:52:38

Synopsis

James and Ann Harper join Studs Terkel to discuss their personal stories and the work of their social center called Save the Alcoholic, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. James discusses his struggle with alcoholism and how his experiences influence the mission of Save the Alcoholic. Ann says its often hard to work with “Skid row alcoholics,” but ultimately, they both believe it’s important to help those who are alienated by society, despite their frustrations.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jun. 25, 1980

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 52.29 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
52 minutes, 38 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Chicago Advocacy Community Activism & Social Reform

Tags

Harper, James--Interviews Harper, Ann--Interviews Alcoholics--Rehabilitation--United States. Audiotapes. Radio programs. Harper, James--Interviewee Harper, Ann,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.) Alcoholism Nonprofit organizations--Illinois--Chicago. Charity Uptown, Chicago

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