I must admit that while we ranged around, mostly we went across the street and played with the kids there, or played with the kids on our side of the street, or the ones across the alley, or played with each other (yes, I know how all that sounds!). There were plenty of holes to dig and dirt clods to throw and a dump to play near home.

Also, we were aware of people who tried to lure kids away with candy and things and we were to tell our parents if that happened...like this.