Word: hiltonization
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Dates: during 1960-1969
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...TIME cover article [July 19] on Conrad Hilton almost catches the multiple paradox of a financial wizard who thinks and acts like a poet. To many of us who have come to know and love Mr. Hilton, his "vanity" is the terrifying simplicity of the eternal boy who never loses the simple sense of wonder in the appreciation of small things. I met him as a generous benefactor; I have come to respect him as a truly great man whose optimistic faith and courage in the face of harsh realities turn such realities into success stories for protective top aides...
...Hilton naive? Like an old coon...
Free ice water? Yes. Cubes? They'll cost you. Will the Conrad Hilton cash a check if you have an $8-per-year Carte Blanche card? Yes, for 10? per. What hasn't he thought of? Pay toilets in the guest rooms...
...stop at Hilton hotels? Every chance I get. Do I like Connie? Yes. Why? I admire his guts...
Your cover story of Conrad Hilton contains a factual inaccuracy that could confuse future guests of the new New York Hilton and cause ill will for the old man. The New York Hilton does not provide "free parking to compete with the motels...