Detroit Publishing Co. Milk Runner 1903 “New Orleans milk cart” Ilargi: Thought it might be wise to insert a little warning: if you think it wise to disagree with Stoneleigh on the following essay, and we do encourage discussion, do make sure that you do come prepared. She’s an expert on this issue too. It’s very close to her heart, and will undoubtedly prove to be highly controversial. But do your homework before chiming in! Stoneleigh: We often write, at
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Detroit Publishing Co. Coal Weather 1912 “Coke delivery wagon and workers, Detroit City Gas Company” Stoneleigh: Humans are not good at the taking the long term view. Our ability to do so does vary significantly with circumstances though, depending on our perception of stability. When we collectively feel that tomorrow will be similar to today, and that we have our basic needs covered, then we are free to think about longer term concerns and the bigger picture. In contrast, when
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