Philly Tales Blog
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The Lost World
by Harry HallmanDuring the early hours of the morning, I sometimes wake up feeling as though I have just visited a lost world, a world that no longer exists in our... -
The Iceman Cometh and Goeth
by Harry HallmanAtlanta, the city I live in now, is famous for being very hot and humid during the summer months. For instance, today, August 10, the temperature i... -
I'm Not a Juvenile Delinquent – 1957-1962
by Harry HallmanIt was hard to talk or be heard because, for some reason, this night, there were at least thirty guys and girls outside of our favorite hangout. A ... -
Happiness is?
by Harry HallmanWhen we look back at our childhood years, we tend to remember the best parts. This is why we feel that it was our golden era. Not everyone has an i... -
A Day in the Life of a Kensington Kid
by Harry Hallman1953 to 1957 – Ages 9 to 13 – Summer The siren's sound was deafening as our teacher quickly guided us to the hallway and told us to put our heads b... -
Old Wives' Remedies
by Harry Hallman- Leeches to reduce swelling and heal bruises: Drug stores used to sell leeches, and I believe they had them up to the 1950s. Interestingly it appears this is one old wives tale that might be true.
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SPRING HAS SPRUNG!
by Harry HallmanHappy Easter! “Spring has sprung,” my grandfather, Pop, used to say. For him, it was a time for celebration because he could go fishing again. Ever... -
Ties that Bind
by Harry Hallman“Ties that bind” is an English language idiom that generally refers to shared beliefs that connect people emotionally. Religion would be one tie, f... -
Philadelphia Freedom
by Harry HallmanIt’s odd to look back to my days growing up during the 1950s in Philadelphia’s Kensington section. Kensington today is different from the blue-coll... -
It’s The Small Things
by Harry HallmanPeople often tell you, “Don’t sweat the small things,” and that’s good advice when it comes to things that disturb you. However, it’s the small thi... -
The Streets of Philadelphia
by Harry HallmanMy favorite Bruce Springsteen song is “The Streets of Philadelphia.” It gives me a lump in my throat every time I hear it. This haunting song remin... -
Stranger in a Strange Land
by Harry HallmanWhen you live in one place for a long time, you get comfortable with your surroundings, get used to the people who live near you, and become accust...
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