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Final Sale

From Samantha Broun | 00:06:56
Producers: Samantha Broun

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After 70 years, Winthrop Sherwin is retiring from the general store where he works. It's the end of an era in Groton, MA.

After 70 years, Winthrop Sherwin is retiring from the general store where he works. It's the end of an era in Groton, MA.

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Review of Final Sale

Winthrop Sherwin lives and works in a small town his whole life. Producer interviews many of Mr Sherwin's friends and customers. The strong theme is roots and familiarity and extended family.

This sounds a lot like something you might hear on Morning Edition, but it's probably too long for that format. The style is much like the recent "Mozart's Hidden Kitchen" I heard on ME. The Kitchen Sisters are a high comparison indeed, but it gives you an idea of the sound and editing style. I think with a little compression, this piece could be sharing Winthrop's retirement with the entire country.

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Review of Final Sale

A lovely little piece about a big man in a small town. Mr Sherwin has seen it all, being rooted to the spot for 70 years and the affection and sweet memories that his customers/friends have for him is touching in this day and age where interactions can be so impersonal.

He sounds much younger than his years!

A nice blend of interviews and actuality there, I can picture the store and Mr Sherwin in my head. I'm going to Google him and his shop now, you've made me interested!

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