Hughes, Jack 1970-09-08
Jack Hughes, San Angelo photographer, discusses various incidents and experiences in his life.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Jack Hughes
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: September 8, 1970
Location: San Angelo, Texas
Interviewer: Fred Carpenter
Length: 1 hour, 10 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Biographical information reviewed,
Born in Rhodesia,
Childhood in Wales,
Served in the British Army,
Traveled with the fishing fleets,
Came to American (1922),
Lists various jobs held around the country,
Accident when he lost his hand mentioned,
Divorce from his wife granted,
Became a stonecutter,
Learned photography.
Tape 1, Side 2: Opened photography shop in San Francisco,
Organized a Boys’ Club in Mission District,
Explains reasons for leaving San Francisco,
Moved to Florida and started a fishing business,
Cites controversy about building piers for Negro
fishermen,
Moved to Texas,
Incident in South Texas when mistaken for a reporter
described.
Tape 2, Side 1: Continuation of story in South Texas,
Incident involving taking pictures for church in Ozona,
Officially reported dead in Uvalde.
Tape 2, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1914-1970
Bulk Dates: 1922-1970
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