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Old 12-07-23 | 08:45 AM
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Great post! I delivered The News Herald in my town, Wickliffe, Ohio for 5 years in the early 70s. Had what we referred to as a banana bike due to the banana seat and ape hanger handle bars. I'd wrap the canvas paper bag on both handle bars and support the bottom of the bag by resting it on the chrome fender. I'd do half the street then reload for the other half. In winter I'd sling the bag over my shoulder or use one of those Coleco plastic sleds which were the rage back then. 7 days a week no matter the weather. Collecting money every 2 weeks by going door to door was the only bummer. I had to pay my bill for the papers and kept what was left over. Always had that same handful of customers who didn't answer the door so my earnings would be less. Then when they owed for 6 weeks they would act like it's my fault. Out of about 90 customers there were only a few that did that. Great memories and always had money to fuel my hobbies at an early age.
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