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Dates: during 1990-1999
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Perched on an island in the middle of bustling streets and the mouth of the Harvard T Station, Out of Town News is a model of cosmopolitan life. True to its name, Out of Town features dailies and weeklies from around the world, including Ireland, France, Italy, Vietnam, Czechoslavakia, Latin America, Israel and Austin, Texas. With its efficient, business-like staff and broad selection of prepackaged snacks, this newsstand caters to today's city mover and shaker. Steeped in tradition, Out of Town retains pride in its long history with a commemorative stone pillar outside its primary entrance, which pays...

Author: By L. J. Powell, | Title: stand-off of the stands | 2/25/1999 | See Source »

Stopping by Nini's Corner on the congested transition between Coops takes one home to the small-town general store where everyone is welcome, and time stands still. The seasoned staff is outgoing and friendly, ready to help make selections or chat it up with the customers. At Nini's the good life is the slow life; the giant glass cigar case encourages leisurely puffing. Nini's also boasts a special discount adult magazine kiosk, guaranteed to satisfy the bargain-minded Yard resident on his 18th. Tourists may purchase a Harvard postcard for thirty cents...

Author: By L. J. Powell, | Title: stand-off of the stands | 2/25/1999 | See Source »

...forever--when JFK Street rammed itself through Harvard Square, creating a divide in the land greater than any resulting from a wide expanse of sea. This split yielded two institutions which, though separated by no more than 30 yards, are truly worlds apart: Nini's Corner and Out of Town News...

Author: By L.j. Powell, | Title: Stand-off of the Stands: Two Rag Racks Battle For Your Bucks | 2/25/1999 | See Source »

...Town News...

Author: By L.j. Powell, | Title: Stand-off of the Stands: Two Rag Racks Battle For Your Bucks | 2/25/1999 | See Source »

...Perched on an island in the middle of bustling streets and the mouth of the Harvard T Station, Out of Town News is a model of cosmopolitan life. True to its name, Out of Town features dailies and weeklies from around the world, including Ireland, France, Italy, Vietnam, Czechoslavakia, Latin America, Israel and Austin, Texas. With its efficient, business-like staff and broad selection of pre-packaged snacks, this newsstand caters to today's city mover and shaker. Steeped in tradition, Out of Town retains pride in its long history with a commemorative stone pillar outside its primary entrance, which...

Author: By L.j. Powell, | Title: Stand-off of the Stands: Two Rag Racks Battle For Your Bucks | 2/25/1999 | See Source »

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