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$1 in 1965 has the purchasing power of roughly $10 today. I also used to get a quarter for a tooth, which would buy 5 packs of football cards, 2 small root beers at the A&W, etc.

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John Egelkrout
John Egelkrout

Written by John Egelkrout

I am a sanity-curious former teacher who writes about politics, social issues, memoirs, and a variety of other topics. You can also follow me on Substack.

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