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- Source :
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Economist . 8/17/2013, Vol. 408 Issue 8849, p30-30. 3/5p. 1 Black and White Photograph. - Publication Year :
- 2013
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Abstract
- The article focuses on hobo culture in the U.S. Topics include the National Hobo Museum in Britt, Iowa, the increase in hobos in the U.S. after the Great Depression, and the 'hobo convention' held annually in the U.S. Information is provided on hobo traditions, which include respecting nature, finding work whenever possible, and staying clean.
- Subjects :
- *TRAMPS
*MUSEUMS
*POOR people
*GREAT Depression, 1929-1939
*MANNERS & customs
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00130613
- Volume :
- 408
- Issue :
- 8849
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Economist
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 89761808