Steen, Calvin P 1971

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Calvin Steen, longtime Floyd County resident, recalls his early years in Floydada. This interview was taped by the Floydada Junior Historians.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Calvin P. Steen

Additional Parties Recorded: None

Date: 1971

Location: Floydada, Texas

Interviewer: None Given

Length: 15 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Gives background, Born in Hamilton County, Texas in 1893, Childhood recalled, Describes social life and customs, Remedies for sickness remembered, Lists early businesses in Floydada, Discusses 1911 fire in Floydada, Talks about schooling experiences, Beginnings of churches noted, Comments on jobs.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1893-1971

Bulk Dates: 1893-1911


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