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In 1911, the first newsreels flickered in America's nickelodeons. In the mid-1960s, they vanished from movie theaters as nightly television newscasts came to dominate visual journalism. In between, newsreels grew into a unique 20th-century institution that informed and entertained whole generations. In this program, Bill Moyers conducts a tour of the cultural and political landscape so dramatically rendered by the American newsreel. Accompanied by...
2) Louisiana
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Introduces the state of Louisiana to young readers, discussing its history, economy, geography, sports, and important people and places.
3) Ohio
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Introduces the state of Ohio to young readers and lists historical facts, important cities, and some of its natural wonders.
4) Michigan
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Provides facts and information about the state of Michigan, including its history, industry, natural resources, most populous cities, and famous individuals with origins in the state. Features a timeline of important historical events, a list of popular tourist attractions, a glossary, index, and resources for further reading.
5) Kansas
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Introduces the state of Kansas to young readers, discussing its history, economy, geography, sports, and important people and places.
6) Nevada
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Introduces the state of Nevada to young readers and lists historical facts, important cities, and some of its natural wonders.
7) New Jersey
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Introduces the state of New Jersey to young readers and lists historical facts, important cities, and some of its natural wonders.