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That was as long and rambly as a country drive. The author covers lots of incidental details like segregation and women owning the roadside diners. I was readi
by Inhibit 5y ago
That was as long and rambly as a country drive. The author covers lots of incidental details like segregation and women owning the roadside diners.
I was reading with an eye for shortcomings and enjoyed the article. Well written!
- datameta 5y agoI was suprised to learn that Tea Room moreso than advertising tea was advertising a women-friendly environment to the new generation since apparently a woman would often not be welcome at a restaurant unaccompanied by man. Also the Green Book is mentioned. It was a guide detailing the location of black-friendly establishments which was especially invaluable when going for long distance drives in unknown territory. Published all the way up to '66! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Negro_Motorist_Green_Book https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Negro_Motorist_Green_Book