Wagstaff, R M 1969-02-25
Robert M. Wagstaff talks about Texas and national politics and his own political career as a lawyer, civic leader and state legislator in the 1930s.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: R.M. Wagstaff
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: February 25, 1969
Location: Abilene, Texas
Interviewer: David B. Gracy II
Length: 50 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Father’s biography,
Buffalo Gap College,
Autobiography,
Legislative service,
Legislative accomplishments,
Legislative Reference Bureau,
Oil and gas bill,
Legislative colleagues—listing,
Modern vs. old legislatures—characteristics,
Depression legislature,
West Texas political unity,
East-West Texas political rivalry,
Lobbies,
Chamber of Commerce,
West Central Oil and Gas Association,
Membership,
Return to law,
Abilene—characteristics,
Types of law cases,
Railroad cases,
Free silver issue,
Political affiliations and party participation,
Family information.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1920s-1969
Bulk Dates: 1920s-1969
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