Distractions & Diversions during The Depression. Dionne Quintuplets!

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Distractions & Diversions during The Depression

Dionne Quintuplets!

Ontario government took over their care as their family was extremely poor

They rarely saw their parents or siblings and were constantly tested and observed

A road was built to the nursery so people could come and see them

The Ontario government made over $500 million dollars in the tourist industry they built around these babies (you could buy postcards, mugs and even fertility stones)

After a 9 year legal battle, the Quintuplets were returned to their family

“The Making of Million Dollar Babies” 2:30 Seconds

The CBC was developed to compete with the rising popularity of American radio programs such as “The Lone Ranger” & “The Happy Gang”

“Grey Owl”-Archie Belaney Discussion: When is it appropriate to lie?

Baseball’s popularity increased with the likes of Babe Ruth…

The first All-Star game!

… and the “Negro Leagues” had a faithful following of fans.

King of the Road – Roger Miller -What lyrics from the song prove that it is about the Great Depression?

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