Waldrum, Odus 1970-07-10
Odus Waldrum describes his experiences as a storekeeper in Carta Valley, Texas, during the Depression, in addition to the government cattle killing program.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Odus Waldrum
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: July 10, 1970
Location: Abilene, Texas
Interviewer: Harry Krenek
Length: 10 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Early life,
Owned a general store at Carta Valley, Texas (1935),
Government cattle shoot of 1930s,
Methods used to destroy cattle,
Reasons for the program,
Selection of the cattle,
Reaction of the people,
Description of Carta Valley general store,
Types of merchandise sold.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1930s
Bulk Dates: 1930s
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