For the love of Murphy's : the behind-the-counter story of a great American retailer / Jason Togyer.
| Author/creator | Togyer, Jason |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | University Park, Pa. : Pennsylvania State University Press, ©2008. |
| Description | xii, 279 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Bethel Park, 1970 -- A revolution in retailing -- The Macy's of Appalachia -- Can you spare a dime? -- The Murphy girls -- At war at home and abroad -- Meals at Murphy's -- The fabulous fifties -- The pride of the chain -- McKeesport Yankees in Dixieland -- Determination and diversion -- Happy holidays -- Home runs and a few errors -- Triumph and trial -- Aftermath and legacy. |
| Abstract | "Presents a detailed history of the G.C. Murphy Company, headquartered in McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Examines the larger context of the origins and evolution of five-and-ten-cent stores"--Provided by publisher. |
| General note | "A Keystone book"--P. facing t.p. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. [261]-270) and index. |
| LCCN | 2008010470 |
| ISBN | 9780271033709 (cloth : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0271033703 (cloth : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | HF 5465.U6 M878 2008 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |