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The Era -- Day By Day

LizzieMaine

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And in the Daily News...

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In much of the USA, "Mary" and "marry" are ho monyms. In 1940s New York, as in much of the rest of the Northeast corridor from Philadelphia to Boston, "Mary" and "marry" are not pronounced the same. If you've heard a good traditional NYC accent, you know what I mean. Of such observations is the fascinating study of sociolinguistics made...

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You will note that the Eagle published this same wire service story, although in its prissy WASPy way, it cut the payoff. But "community chest" they let pass? Come now, Mr. Schroth, whom are we kidding?

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At Home WIth The Dressens...

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Well, finally...

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If he shows up next in tights and a cape, I swear I'll scream...

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"Unlike some I could name..."

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Well won't this be nice and gruesome.

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Clear branding is important.

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If you've never seen a sorta-grown-man scurry, behold Mr. Smart.

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You can't say she doesn't travel well-prepared.
 

LizzieMaine

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And in the Worker...

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Also, bring back "Pinky Rankin!"

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You'll recall that the Pirates, under their former ownership, offered Roy Campanella a tryout four years ago, and then mysteriously did not follow thru on that offer. Let's see how the new guys do.
 

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