Playtime and Farm Duties in Early Nebraska Life
A Nebraska family story recalls settling east of Friend in 1882. Eight children, including the narrator one of three younger girls, balanced chores with play. They carried in cobs for the kitchen range and hated collecting cobs from the pigpen while pigs were fed. They also endured driving the old horse tied to the wagon.
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Cher and Barry White on TV and film trends in memory
Nostalgic sketches of 1970s pop culture noting Cher’s stage reinventions and a TV showcase for Barry White. The piece mentions Merv Griffin hosting Barry’s televised segment and a successful Star Wars soundtrack going platinum. It also recalls farm life and premodern conveniences.
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