The last days of the bloody fifth
Article Abstract:
Events which took place in Philadelphia, PA, in 1917, involving the beating of a City Council candidate and the death of a policeman are described, with focus on the corruption and scandal surrounding the Republican party in the city at that time.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2000
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Ciao, bella vista!
Article Abstract:
South Philadelphia's 'Little Italy' section holds its annual Bella Vista Festa. The article discusses the festival and the history of the region of the city.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2003
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The last dance
Article Abstract:
Reminiscences of Main Line society and social life in the 1940s and 1950s are presented.
Publication Name: Philadelphia Magazine
Subject: Regional focus/area studies
ISSN: 0031-7233
Year: 2000
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