A selection of programs and series throughout the decades that were broadcast on Minnesota Public Radio.
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June 29, 1991 - Minnesota writer John Shepard answers listener questions about places to go and things to see all around the region.
July 3, 1991 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten talks with Euan Jones, a resident of Waterville, Minnesota, about the vandalism and destruction of a beloved 250-year-old oak tree, known as the “Yum Yum Tree.”
July 3, 1991 - MPR’s Gary Eichten gets a Native American perspective of Mount Rushmore National Memorial on the 50th anniversary of stone sculpture.
July 4, 1991 - All Things Considered’s Gary Eichten speaks with member of Twin Cities arts community on expression, a risqué show, and support of Walker Art Center curator John Killacky.
July 4, 1991 - John Marty, Minnesota state senator representing District 40, expresses his anger over investigation results of Frank Gallegos, commissioner of Human Rights in Minnesota. Misuse of alcohol and questionable jokes by Gallegos at an event have come under question.
July 5, 1991 - U.S. Senator Paul Wellstone comments on state of United Nations Security Council discussions since cease-fire. Wellstone shares concerns of Iraq nuclear status and humanitarian crisis after Persian Gulf War.
July 6, 1991 - Tomie dePaola, noted children's book author, speaking at Macalester College convocation for the retirement of Professor Patricia Kane. dePaola shares several stories and personal reflections. Tomie dePaola is author/illustrator of over a hundred children’s books, including “Strega Nona,” “Pancakes for Breakfast,” and “Tony’s Bread.”
July 9, 1991 - Former Minnesota Twins pitcher Mudcat Grant gives his impressions of the current Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Grant also reminisces on his past All-Star Game experience.
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July 16, 1991 - Tom Kelly, Minnesota Twins manager, gives updates on the status of Twins pitching staff.