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17552. STREET CORNER SOCIETY BY WILLIAM FOOTE WHYTE.

This paper critiques Whyte’s 1943 monograph and assesses its claim to be described as a “classic ethnography”. Concludes that Street Corner Society can rightly be called a classic ethnography for a... (more)		   $49
 

17460. URBAN FUTURES: TRANSPORTATION IN AN ERA OF FUEL SHORTAGES.

This paper addresses how alternative transportation services and use systems might be structured in cities in the future after diminished fuel reserves and soaring fuel costs render reliance on... (more)		   $84
 

17289. ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING CHALLENGE: DIVERSITY IN LEISURE OPPORTUNITIES.

This paper considers the challenges and opportunities environmental planners face in creating leisure opportunities for diverse communities. It is noted that diversity is an issue of importance in... (more)		   $84
 

17240. THE SOCIAL DISORGANIZATION THEORY OF CRIME.

This paper considers the “Chicago School” of criminology and its view that crime is caused by a breakdown of social controls in certain types of communities. Topics include urban zones, the weakening... (more)		   $35
 

17204. URBAN DEVELOPMENT OF MEXICO CITY.

This paper presents an overview and analysis of Mexico City’s history and urban development. The history and evolution of Mexico City’s historic center and subsequent suburbanization and sprawl in... (more)		   $126
 

17174. "MALLRATS" AND "SCENES FROM A MALL".

This paper draws on a comparison of two movies featuring malls as their primary setting to discuss mall marketing and mall consumer issues. The two films are Paul Matzursky’s “Scenes from a Mall”... (more)		   $49
 

17173. COMPARISON OF FOUR NORTH AMERICAN SHOPPING MALLS.

This paper explores the meaning and importance of shopping malls through a comparison of four North American malls: 1) Mall of America (Bloomington, Minnesota); 2) West Edmonton Mall (Edmonton,... (more)		   $105
 

17143. POVERTY AND CHILDREN'S EDUCATION.

This paper analyzes the impact of poverty on a child’s capacity to benefit from schooling. Following a brief review of the literature demonstrating the link between lower income and lower levels of... (more)		   $56
 

15883. URBANISM AND ARCHITECTURE IN FOUR EUROPEAN COUNTRIES.

This paper focuses on architecture and urbanization in Italy, England, France and Germany, with a special emphasis on the urban communities of Rome, London, Paris and Munich. Includes a discussion of... (more)		   $133
 

15846. ARCHITECTURE AND URBANISM IN CHICAGO AND VERSAILLES.

This paper provides an historical overview of Chicago and Versailles, with a comparison of each city's architectural features and elements of urban design. Of the two cities, it is argued that... (more)		   $112
 

15839. SEISMIC SAFETY: HOSPITAL REBUILDING PROGRAM IN CALIFORNIA.

This paper is concerned with the California state requirement for hospital buildings to meet seismic safety standards following the 1994 Northridge earthquake. Despite the high costs of rebuilding,... (more)		   $133
 

15668. IMMIGRATION, GLOBALIZATION, AND THE CITY: THE CASE OF BUENOS AIRES.

This paper explores and compares the impact of the two major waves of immigration (the first European, the second Latin American) on the city of Buenos Aires, looking at the forces underpinning each... (more)		   $133
 

15434. BAY AREA TRAFFIC CONGESTION: THE PROBLEM AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS.

This investigation looks at the problem of traffic congestion in the San Francisco Bay Area and then considers possible solutions to address the gridlock problem. The first section provides an... (more)		   $133
 

15140. BAY AREA TRAFFIC CONGESTION: THE PROBLEM AND POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS.

This investigation looks at the problem of traffic congestion in the San Francisco Bay Area and then considers possible solutions to address the gridlock problem. The first section provides an... (more)		   $119
 

15051. THE ROLE OF RAILROADS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF ILLINOIS.

Historical overview of the use of railroads in the state, showing how they contributed to economic development, population growth, and the creation of new towns. In particular, the city of Chicago... (more)		   $98
 

15033. IRISH IMMIGRANTS IN NEW YORK CITY, CIRCA 1837.

Describes the various experiences that an Irishman would probably have in the city at the time. Covers such topics as Irish neighborhoods, economic problems, types of employment, communal bonds and... (more)		   $126
 

14075. PRIVATOPIA: HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS & THE RISE OF RESIDENTIAL PRIVATE GOVERNMENT BY EVAN MCKENZIE.

This book review provides a summary analysis of McKenzie’s study of the CID or “common interest development”, a classification which encompasses planned unit developments (PUDs) of single family... (more)		   $28
 

14074. "EQUALITY AND URBAN POLICY" BY ROBERT L. LINEBERRY.

This book review provides a summary and analysis of Lineberry’s (1977) empirical investigation of discrimination and inequality in the allocation and distribution of municipal services. The paper... (more)		   $35
 

14067. NEW YORK CITY'S WORKFARE EXPERIENCE PROGRAM.

A paper on how the program has impacted public sector labor laws. Various laws and court cases are discussed, regarding such issues as health and safety, fair wages, the right to join unions, and the... (more)		   $119
 

14066. GLOBAL CITIES.

This paper presents an overview and analysis of the impact and implications of globalization for cities (focusing on American cities). The analysis considers the relationship between globalization... (more)		   $98
 

14064. URBAN GOVERNMENT SERVICES.

This paper provides an overview and analysis of current issues and concerns in urban governments' provision of services. It includes a focus on equity issues in service distribution and a discussion... (more)		   $105
 

14063. METROPOLITAN GROWTH POLITICS.

This paper examines the challenges and issues of contemporary suburban and metropolitan regional growth politics and governance. The first section traces the rise of the suburbs, noting some of the... (more)		   $105
 

14062. URBAN REGIMES.

Adopting Banfield & Wilson's (1963) perspective of city government as a political process, this paper provides an overview and analysis of the power structures--commonly referred to as "urban... (more)		   $98
 

13954. ZERO EMISSIONS VEHICLES.

With a focus on Southern California transportation planning, this termpaper provides an analysis of zero emissions vehicles (ZEV). The research paper focuses on the existing ZEV technology—the... (more)		   $133
 

13862. THE COLLAPSE OF THE USSR AND ITS IMPACT ON FOUR RUSSIAN CITIES.

Examines the macroeconomic implications of the Soviet breakup for four Russian cities: the capital Moscow, the European port of St. Petersburg, the eastern outpost of Vladivostok, and nearby... (more)		   $77
 

13788. MAYORAL POWER IN AMERICAN CITIES.

A broad discussion of mayoral elections and mayoral power in American cities. The first part of the paper focuses on the politics and major influences in mayoral elections, considering in particular... (more)		   $77
 

13611. COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT VERSUS ELITIST POLITICS: THE CASE OF URBAN EMPOWERMENT ZONES.

This paper examines the issue of community power and urban poverty reduction from the perspective of the urban Empowerment Zone program. The analysis begins with a review of the literature on urban... (more)		   $133
 

13477. POLICE IN URBAN AMERICA, 1860-1920 (E. H. MONKKONEN).

Review of book and its argument that the shift in police role from class control to crime control was linked to the bureaucratization of cities. Although the author's conclusions are intriguing, the... (more)		   $42
 

13260. URBANIZATION OF CHICAGO.

problems of urbanization contrasted with improvement efforts of city planners, from the founding of the city to the present day. covers such topics as the great fire, the "city beautiful" movement,... (more)		   $84
 

12742. A SOCIAL HISTORY OF THE CITY OF SAIGON.

Overview of this large topic, trying to emphasize Vietnamese point of view and years before America's intrusion in the '60s. Early history shows a borderland backwater, under imperial pressures from... (more)		   $84
 

12736. THE NEW TOWN OF COLUMBIA, MARYLAND.

Focusing on the "model" new town of Columbia, Maryland, this paper seeks to assess and evaluate the now mature new town concept. With some reference comparisons to the other model new towns (e.g.,... (more)		   $112
 

12585. THE NEW TOWN CONCEPT: HISTORY & FUTURE.

This paper provides a retrospective assessment and analysis of the new town movement of the 1960's. The analysis provides an overview of the new town concept, including a discussion of the factors... (more)		   $84
 

12189. THE CONTROVERSY OF RENT CONTROL.

Examines the claim that rent control policies reduce the quality and quantity of available housing. Also discusses how the current housing market is based on a model of monopolistic competition and... (more)		   $70
 

11594. THE IMPACT OF LEGISLATION ON PLASTIC RECYCLING.

This paper provides an analysis of the problem of municipal waste and plastic recycling, focusing on California bottle-recycling and wastestream reduction laws of the 1980s and 1990s; includes reasons... (more)		   $105
 

11284. LONDON'S UNDERGROUND RAILWAYS.

A history of the London sub-surface and tube systems, from their origins through the development of the various lines (Bakerloo, Central, Piccadilly, Victoria). With comments on various points of... (more)		   $63
 

10405. AN ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE NATIONAL HEAD START ASSOCIATION PROJECT.

Discusses the problems of poverty which Project Head Start was designed to address, core values of the program, evaluation procedures, geographic variance, future possibilities for the program. 11... (more)		   $77
 

10201. PROBLEMS IN URBAN HOUSING.

This paper provides an analysis of factors involved in the systematic decline of inner city housing and a consideration of appropriate government policy responses. Also considers the need for... (more)		   $35
 

10125. FAIR HOUSING STANDARDS.

This paper considers the ways in which communities can facilitate the implementation of federally-mandated fair housing standards. Focuses on the reconciliation of conflicts of interests between... (more)		   $35
 

10031. HOMELESSNESS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA.

An analysis of the problem of homelessness in the 9-county Bay Area, examining the extent of the problem and the kinds of programs available to help the homeless. Assesses the impact of area... (more)		   $70
 

09993. CRACK BABIES: A SOCIAL SERVICES CATASTROPHE.

Analyzes, from a social planning perspective, the impact that crack babies will have on straining the social services of the nation's cities. Considers the antecedents to the problem, the scope of... (more)		   $133
 

09939. COMMUNITY HOUSING STANDARDS.

An analysis community housing standards and how they affect landlord-tenant relations. Zoning ordinances, building codes, VA requirements, and community action groups are noted. 7 pages, 8... (more)		   $49
 

09938. LANDLORD, TENANT AND COMMUNITY IN URBAN HOUSING.

Examines the "quasi-public" status of landlords in urban housing markets, and looks at self-management of public housing and other innovations in community involvement in solving the housing crisis. ... (more)		   $49
 

09769. REVITALIZING AMERICA'S INNER CITY NEIGHBORHOODS.

Considers whether poor urban neighborhoods can be revitalized without undergoing gentrification: privatization of public housing stocks, tenant management schemes, and low-income housing subsidy... (more)		   $77
 

09755. SAN FRANCISCO: CHANGES IN POWER AND DECISION-MAKING.

Argues that changing demographics (and in particular the influx of gay males and immigrants from the Pacific Rim countries) significantly shifted the base of power and decision-making in San Francisco... (more)		   $35
 

09705. INVESTMENT RISKS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO HOUSING MARKET.

Using a combination macro/micro approach, this investigation explores investment potential in the SF apartment building market. The macro analysis provides background information on the pros and cons... (more)		   $133
 

09570. THE PROBLEM OF HOMELESSNESS IN AMERICA.

An examination of the history, causes, and components of homelessness. Views underlying structural problems such as unemployment, poverty and overpriced housing as a major factor. 9 pages, 16... (more)		   $63
 

09468. LEGAL AND FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS IN TIMESHARE, CONDOMINIUM AND COOPERATIVE OWNERSHIP.

Defines the legal structure of each and considers the relative advantages and disadvantages of each form of real property ownership from both a legal and a financial perspective. 13 pages, 31... (more)		   $91
 

09433. RENT CONTROL IN AMERICA.

An analysis of restrictive rent control programs in the U.S., using New York City and the California examples of Berkeley and Santa Monica as prototypes. Distinguishes between moderate and... (more)		   $84
 

09388. SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA TRANSPORTATION.

A history and diagnosis of the Bay Area's transportation systems since the city's beginnings. Railroads, ferries, cable cars and trolleys are reviewed, and modern light rail systems (BART) and... (more)		   $133
 

09313. HOUSING AND LAND USE IN SWEDEN AND AMERICA.

10 pages, 22 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. See Section... (more)		   $70
 

09313. HOUSING AND LAND USE IN SWEDEN AND AMERICA.

Analyzes and contrasts models of housing and land-use planning in these two countries. Notices particular differences in the way the two countries deal with housing for the elderly, the disabled and... (more)		   $70
 

09235. A SCENARIO FOR THE NEXT SUBURBIA.

Presents a scenario for a possible new form of community. Supposes a unique form of social specialization of the suburban community, around the clustering of certain professions, community styles,... (more)		   $56
 

09071. HOW COMPUTERS ALTER WORK RELATIONSHIPS.

Explores the social dimensions of the computer-worker relationship. Considers how computers in the workplace effect changes in worker self-perceptions, alter social hierarchies, and change... (more)		   $84
 

08715. FARM LAND CONVERSION IN THE BAY AREA.

The problem of farm land conversion to industrial and residential use is studied in the nine county Bay Area. Preservationist, development, and controlled growth viewpoints are analyzed, and a... (more)		   $105
 

08603. MODULAR HOUSING.

A survey of modular construction techniques in residential building. The history of modular housing is briefly reviewed, and techniques used in Japan, Scandinavia, and America are reviewed. 24... (more)		   $133
 

08597. EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA.

Constructs a disaster planning scenario for an 8.3 magnitude earthquake in the Bay Area. Transportation, communication and building structures are reviewed. Socioeconomic impact on the area is... (more)		   $105
 

08586. FACTORS AFFECTING URBAN DEVELOPMENT.

Reviews the major factors affecting the development of urban systems, include the traditional historical development of large cities from towns as well as more contemporary urban network systems. The... (more)		   $133
 

08530. TOWARD AN ARCHITECTURE OF THE FUTURE.

Examines the role of information technology as a driving force in modern architectural design. Argues that the influence of electronic technology is likely to cause a reversal of previous trends... (more)		   $42
 

08529. THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT.

A general study of the relationship of man to his urban environment. Utopian thinking and complex realities are contrasted, and the conflict between creativity and crowding is discussed. 9 pages, 9... (more)		   $63
 

08528. ZONING PROBLEMS AND HOW TO SOLVE THEM.

A good look at the history and issues involved in the zoning process; various problems with litigation costs, conflicts of interest, and urban growth are looked at in depth. 14 pages, 17 footnotes, 8... (more)		   $98
 

08415. SITE PLANNING FOR A NEW COMMUNITY.

Presents a site plan for a proposed community of approximately 4,000 inhabitants. Includes site selection, housing design and development, housing distribution plans, and transportation development. ... (more)		   $126
 

08414. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION AND THE QUALITY OF LIFE: ALTERNATIVE SOLUTIONS TO TRAFFIC CONGESTION IN THE URBAN CENTER.

Examines the relationship between transportation and urban land use, in order to compare alternative solutions to the problems of traffic congestion. 12 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.... (more)		   $84
 

08245. EFFECTS OF TRANSPORTATION ON HOUSING.

Investigates the effects of transportation, both public and private, on housing densities and quality of life associated with housing. Historical, social, economic, and environmental issues are... (more)		   $70
 

07326. AN ANALYSIS OF ETHNIC GROUPS IN AMERICA: DISTRIBUTION AND CHARACTERISTICS IN 1980.

Clear analysis of basic Census data for ethnic groups (whites, blacks, Asians, Spanish) in 1980. Distribution of ethnic groups by state (absolute and in percent); complete chart of unemployment rates... (more)		   $91
 

07269. THE URBANIZATION OF SAUDI ARABIA.

Very detailed study in urbanization and development policy; includes aspects of theory of urbanization throughout. Covers ancient history of Arabian cities, 20th Century nation building, how oil... (more)		   $133
 

07254. SAN FRANCISCO: THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CITY IN AMERICA.

Affectionate description of the appearance of San Francisco from various views: entering by Oakland or Golden Gate bridges, from the beach, from Twin Peaks. Also discusses the variety of... (more)		   $35
 

07167. RAIL TRANSIT AND THE DEMAND FOR URBAN TRANSPORTATION.

Substantive, concise overview of the urban rail transit situation, with many statistics. Includes: long-term decline of rail compared to automobile transport; current statistics on urban rail... (more)		   $70
 

07084. "A THEORY OF GOOD CITY FORM" BY KEVIN LYNCH (A REVIEW).

Very good review and summary of this book which attempts to provide a normative, humane scale for judging urban design. Lynch is very concerned with flexibility, human scale, allowing humans to... (more)		   $56
 

07080. SENIOR CITIZENS DISCOUNT FARES ON THE SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL RAILWAY.

Detailed study of a classic problem in public administration: S.F.'s public transit is going bankrupt fast, but very low senior citizens fares cannot be raised because of their political clout. ... (more)		   $98
 

07000. THE VACANT LOT.

Report of a beginning archeologist who excavates (the surface only) of a local vacant lot, and makes surmises about the inhabitants. Includes classification of items, analysis of the culture as a... (more)		   $84
 

06338. PROPERTY TAX REDUCTIONS.

The relationship between propertv tax reductions and urban spending is examined in this study; the tax revolt, the problems of urban economies and city budgets in specific, and new taxes on business... (more)		   $35
 

06119. GOLDEN GATE PARK.

Traces the history and development of the park from 1868 to 1970. Considerable attention is devoted to the park's decay in modern times and to conflicts over what the park should be used for. 5... (more)		   $35
 

06070. SAN FRANCISCO EARTHQUAKE: YESTERDAY AND TODAY.

Basic overview of the 1906 earthquake; weak on geology. Better on the potential problems of the next big one, and the preparation of emergency services. 10 pages, 14 footnotes, 6 bibliographic... (more)		   $70
 

06069. MUSEUMS IN NEW YORK AND SAN FRANCISCO.

Journalistic overview comes to the conclusion that San Francisco's art museums, while pleasant and interesting, do not approach "world class" level of New York's. 8 pages, 0 footnotes, 0... (more)		   $56
 

06068. HOUSING IN SAN FRANCISCO DURING THE 1970'S.

Good narrative discussion of the reasons for San Francisco's housing shortage: inflation, downzoning, rent controls, and more. More on the problems than solutions. 10 pages, 11 footnotes, 12... (more)		   $70
 

06065. URBAN TRANSPORTATION: DIFFERENT APPROACHES.

Strong basic criticism of conventional high-cost transportation planning; anti-automobile approach stresses getting the commuters out of single-passenger cars. 1 graph, 1 table. 14 pages, 19... (more)		   $98
 

06038. SAN FRANCISCO HISTORY: THE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE AND THE EXPOSITION OF 1915.

Proposals going back as far as 1919 for the construction of a bridge linking the city to the mainland to the north are discussed as are some of the objections, notable from the military and the Navy. ... (more)		   $35
 

06002. AN ANALYSIS OF THE FISCAL CRISIS IN NEW YORK CITY.

The major focus on the role of the banks in creating the problem. There is also an attempt made to link the fiscal crisis of the cities to the fiscal crisis of the state. 5 pages, 7 footnotes, 3... (more)		   $35
 

05899. THE SAN FRANCISCO MUNICIPAL RAILWAY.

An analysis of the structural problems of MUNI and an appraisal of how they might be remedied by creating a new management structure. 12p.... (more)		   $84
 

05811. INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERICAL LAND USAGE IN THE BAY AREA.

A paper dealing with the relative decline of the industrial base of San Francisco in relation to the white collar sector -- attributable very largely to the expansion of firms already based in the... (more)		   $77
 

05807. THE NORTHERN OUTER SUNSET DISTRICT.

A profile of supervisorial district 11 in San Francisco -- a description of some of its most notable features and a sociological breakdown of its inhabitants, transport, crime et. cetera. 9 pages, 10... (more)		   $63
 

05508. THE CONSTRUCTION OF VARIOUS SAN FRANCISCO FACILITIES.

The contribution of the Sutro and Whitney families to the municipal improvement of S.F. is noted. The development of "Playland" is documented. 8p.... (more)		   $56
 

05498. THE PORT OF SAN FRANCISCO.

A paper discussing the decline of San Francisco as a major port and its replacement by Oakland, looking at a problem which was indentified as far back as 1921. 11 pages, 15 footnotes, 9 bibliographic... (more)		   $77
 

05473. A PROFILE OF THE MARINA DISTRICT OF SAN FRANCISCO.

A history of the Marina area, its development as an Italian community. A population survey and a detailed sociological breakdown conclude. 10 pages, 7 footnotes, 2 bibliographic... (more)		   $70
 

05364. ORGANIZATION AND MANAGEMENT IN THREE FOOD PROCESSING COMPANIES.

Beatrice Foods, Kraft, and General Foods which have sales of $5 billion per year are compared. Many differences are noted the most important being that General and Kraft are heavily dependent on one... (more)		   $56
 

05314. THE ULTIMATE VISION.

A developmen plan for a university town of 100,000 based on pattern language theory. Berkeley is used as a foundation. 14p. 6b.... (more)		   $98
 

05130. GROWTH PROBLEMS OF MEXICO CITY.

Deals with the economic, geographic, and political factors which favor industrial growth in Mexico City. Shows how Mexico City is growing and how this growth rate, coupled with industrial growth in... (more)		   $133
 

05113. THE CITY IS THE FRONTIER BY CHARLES ABRAMS.

A critique of Abram's study of the economics of urban renewal in Anerica. The book is seen as a thorough analysis of urban ills which presents no new proposals or solutions. 5 pages, 0 footnotes, 0... (more)		   $35
 

05039. RATIONALIZATION OF STREET SYSTEMS FROM THE RENAISSANCE TO URBAN AMERICA.

The historical trend toward gridiron patterns and automotive traffic dominance is reviewed, from the first Renaissance perspectival designs to contemporary layouts in such cities as New York, Denver... (more)		   $77
 

05033. TRANSIT DEVELOPMENT IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA IN THE 1980'S.

Explains some of the basic concepts us ed in transit planning, such as corridors. Discusses some of the current alternative plans and the effect of these alternatives on Bay area trsnsportation. ... (more)		   $70
 

05009. HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT IN SAUDI ARABIA.

A survey of the remarkable progress made in the rapidly urbanizing and economically-developing Kingdom. The chief problems cited are lack of skilled labor and weakness of infrastructure. 12 pages,... (more)		   $84
 

05005. THE IMPACT OF URBAN RELOCATION: A FOLLOW-UP STUDY.

A description and analysis of the effects of relocation in Pittsburg, California. Suggestions are presented as to how urban relocation programs might be made less socially and individually traumatic.... (more)		   $133
 

04950. THE CITY OF THE FUTURE: A COMPLEX CHALLENGE.

This study examines the question of whether the city of the future will be a humane environment or a city of pigs; the need for cooperation among scientists, engineers and social planners is... (more)		   $91
 

04876. MEGALOPOLIS: A SUITABLE ENVIRONMENT FOR MAN.

A discussion of the growth of several urban areas into one compound urban complex a discussion of the advantages of urban living; a discussion of such problems as racism, pollution, and stress. ... (more)		   $42
 

04806. URBAN TRANSPORTATION PROBLEMS IN LOS ANGELES.

A well detailed analysis of the development of urban transportation systems in Los Angeles, concentrating on problem areas of energy supplies and the geographic layout of the city. Attempted... (more)		   $91
 

04392. THE EAST BAY SKILLS CENTER: ITS EFFECTIVENESS.

Very good study of the effectiveness of a community college vocational training center for minorities; not statistical or technical, but good discussion of the problem of developing a curriculum to... (more)		   $133
 

04366. ARCHITECTURAL CONTRACTING AND OVERALL DESIGN IN EUROPE AND THE UNITED STATES: A COMPARISON.

An in-depth criticism of the American Failure in city planning, contrasted with European tradition of unified town planning and the entrepreneurial method of urban building. A history of the European... (more)		   $133
 

04330. ZONING AND GROWTH CONTROL.

Good overview of legal cases involving the use of zoning laws for limiting urban growth or other non-zoning functions; can a community put limits on urban sprawl? Fast-moving field, might need... (more)		   $63
 

04188. THE INGLESIDE DISTRICT OF SAN FRANCISCO.

Interesting report on the history of the Ingleside neighborhood of San Francisco, focusing on the racetrack that once graced these sandy slopes. 8 pages, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic... (more)		   $56
 

03936. THE RURAL BACKGROUND AND THE URBAN EXPERIENCE OF TWO MINORITY GROUPS IN CHICAGO.

Very thorough study of Black and Italian experiences in turn-of-the-century Chicago, specifically the relation between their previous social organization and the new. Settlement patterns,... (more)		   $133
 
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