Estes, N A 1975-05-13

N. A. Estes discusses his memories of the Depression and World War II and how these events affected him.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: N. A. Estes

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Date: May 13-14, 1975

Location: Abilene, Texas

Interviewer: Billy C. King

Length: 30 minutes

Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Early history, Depression (1932), Estes family, Family, head of household, Family life, Effects of Depression on Estes, Discrimination, Effects of Depression on family, Depression's effects on wealthy, Jobs not available, Farm operations, Unions, World War II's effects on Estes, Stealing on job, Daughter at Texas Christian University, Parents' treatment of Estes, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Depression today possible, unlikely

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1930-1940s

Bulk Dates: 1930-1940s

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