I'm trying to pin down the origin of the phrase "Americans are having a love affair with the automobile." What is the earliest use of that phrase, and by whom?
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American's love affair with the automobile has become a cliche,
This is the closest I could find which gives a bit of historical background. Intriguing comparison with Russia ...
The Liberating Benefits Of Automobility
Smith Column In Reason Magazine
by Fred L. Smith, Jr.
August 1, 1990
Full Article Available in PDF Format
Executive Summary
'American's love affair with the automobile has become a cliche, almost a snide one. But in the early days, there was real passion.'
http://www.cei.org/gencon/pdf/3406.pdf
Generic answer at Google Bulletin Board
Elsewhere: http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2003/07/09/164577.html
Jozef
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