Simms, Mrs W C 1974-02-14
Mrs. Simms, pioneer Floydada resident, recalls her family’s move to West Texas and the early history of Floydada.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mrs. W.C. Simms
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: February 14, 1974
Location: Floydada, Texas
Interviewer: Brenda Jackson and Ladelle Nolanda
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Born (January 1, 1890),
Cleburn Pass, Louisiana,
To Floyd County, Texas (1911),
Train,
Louisiana,
House,
Floyd County,
Homestead,
Occupation (father),
Farmer,
Farm,
Chores,
Family history,
Parents,
Food and clothing,
Illness,
Dr. Brownfield,
Medicines,
Home remedies,
Entertainment,
Games,
Toys,
Christmas on the Plains,
Celebrations,
Holidays,
Picnics and games,
Trips in Texas,
Weather,
Hail storm (1895),
Funerals,
At home,
Wedding,
At home,
Rev. Moore,
Infare (reception),
Flu epidemic (1907),
Floydada, Texas,
Early business,
Early churches,
Depression (1930s),
Bank,
World War I,
Husband,
World War II,
Food shortage,
Cannery in Floydada,
School,
Description,
Lessons,
Punishment,
Depression (again),
Food.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1890-1950
Bulk Dates: 1911-1940s
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