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When I was in Philadelphia during the Depression in 1930 or '31, I got a very sad job as a night watchman in a garage. The cars in the garage had been abandoned by their owners, since they had lost their jobs and couldn't keep up the payments.

When I was in Philadelphia during the Depression in 1930 or

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This quote from Jack Kirby reflects a firsthand account of the great economic downturn known as the Great Depression. Kirby describes working as a night watchman in a garage filled with abandoned cars, highlighting the desperation faced by individuals who lost their jobs and were unable to afford loan payments. This poignant portrayal of the era captures the widespread economic struggles and their impact on everyday people's lives.

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