Wilson, Mr and Mrs Juan 1973-03-27
The Wilsons discuss their lives as migratory workers and describe the living conditions of Lubbock’s Mexican-American community.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mr. and Mrs. Juan Wilson
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 27, 1973
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Andrew A. Tijerina
Length: 1 hour
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Family background and early life,
Migratory workers and work discussed,
Family land in New Mexico and family traditions recalled,
Moved to Tahoka area (1916),
Character of migratory workers explored,
Migratory work discussed,
Mexican restaurants in Lubbock (1922),
Mexican-American Lubbock families named and living conditions discussed.
Tape 1, Side 2: Wilson family discussed,
Correction on location of mother’s store noted,
Jobs for Mexican-Americans named,
Public works during the Depression remembered,
Discrimination against Mexican-Americans related,
Activity of Mexican consul cited,
Discrimination (continued),
Deportation of "wetbacks" noted,
Family photograph described,
Wages mentioned,
Purchase of Lubbock home,
Attitude toward migratory workers expressed,
Migratory workers and their living conditions described,
Education of children explained,
Story of conflict with the city of Lubbock introduced.
Range Dates: 1916-1973
Bulk Dates: 1916-1950s
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