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During the Depression, my dad made radios to sell to make extra money. Nobody had any money to buy the radios, so he would trade them for dogs. He built kennels in the backyard, and he cared for the dogs.

During the Depression, my dad made radios to sell to make ex

Summary

This quote illustrates the resourcefulness and resilience of the speaker's father during the difficult times of the Great Depression. Despite the lack of demand for radios due to widespread poverty, he used his skills to build and sell them, adapting his business strategy to fit the circumstances. Trading radios for dogs allowed him to generate some income and build a new venture as he created kennels in the backyard to care for the acquired animals. This anecdote showcases the speaker's father's ability to adapt and find alternative ways to navigate a challenging economic climate.

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