August 20, 1980 - MPR’s Tom Meersman profiles some of the operations that take place at the Minnesota State Fair, including safety and commerce.
August 20, 1980 -
August 20, 1980 - Thomas Pearsall, professor of rhetoric at the University of Minnesota, talks with MPR's Dan Olson about how the English language evolved and how it is still changing, with live listener participation.
August 20, 1980 -
August 22, 1980 - John Anderson, Independent presidential candidate, speaking in Minneapolis Auditorium at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, as part of his "National Unity" campaign. More than 2,000 of the devoted and the curious paid three dollars each to hear Anderson speak.
August 22, 1980 -
August 22, 1980 -
August 23, 1980 - Dr. Ack speaking at the annual luncheon of the Mental Health Association of Minnesota held at St. Thomas College in Saint Paul. Ack, a champion of children's rights, addressed several child related issues in his talk, including child abuse, and what he believes are the negative effects of day care.
August 23, 1980 -
August 25, 1980 - MPR’s Mary Stucky talks with various vendors and food lovers about saltwater taffy, lefse, Czech sausage, kolache, and Tom Thumb donuts, amongst other delicious fare at the Minnesota State Fair.