Guerrero, Salvador Montoya 2001-07-12
Salvador Guerrero reflects on his life, his family, and jobs he has had. He talks about his experiences serving the community of Odessa, Texas
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Salvador Montoya Guerrero
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Date: July 12, 2001
Location: Odessa, Texas
Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez
Length: 01:44:51
Abstract
Introduction, Background, His siblings, His sister was a teacher, His brothers worked with his father, Picking cotton, Farming experience, Segregation in the community, Divided neighborhood, Separate schools, Student over-enrollment, Low quality of education, Graduated from San Angelo High School, Largest graduating class in the history of the school, One of three Hispanics to graduate, After graduating high school, Attended San Angelo College for one year, Not drafted because of citizenship issues, Drafted after new legislation was passed, Unequal rights for Mexican citizens, Elected the 1st President of the GI Forum in Odessa, Civil Rights movement, Became District Chairman of the GI Forum, GI Forum, Court case intervention, Public service information, Radio experience, Spanish program, Substituted for his brother in San Angelo, Texas, Began program in Odessa, Texas, Family life, Had five children, Provided for family as a dry-cleaner, Became supervisor of community center for family benefits, Served as a county politician, Represented the Mexican community, Community financial support, Appointed officials for county organizations, Re-elected due to community progress, Became a substitute teacher, Achieved college credit hours, Taught a class for one semester, Appeared on television, Success and influence of radio broadcast, Interviews for adult education, Track 16 begins, Civic activities, Involvement with Veterans of Foreign Wars Honor Guard, Became Commander of VFW Honor Guard, Responsibilities for future generations, Equal rights, Opportunities for education
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