Ellington, Mrs F M 1972-08-03
Mrs. Ellington, Terry County pioneer, discusses the county’s history and her life there.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mrs. F. M. Ellington
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Date: August 3, 1972
Location: Brownfield, Texas
Interviewer: Kathryn Hamilton
Length: 25 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Moved to Texas for her health,
Trip to brother's home by wagon described,
Discusses life in Harris community,
Harris Store recalled,
Church meetings characterized,
Taught in a one-room school,
Meeting with future husband recounted,
Husband filed on land in 1906,
Was a cowboy and horse breaker,
Describes parties given at their first home,
States impressions of West Texas' terrain,
Brandings recalled,
Wildlife in early days discussed,
Rattlesnakes a particular problem,
Children named,
Husband was formerly sheriff of Terry County, 1920s,
Changes seen through the years reviewed
Tape 1, Side 2:
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Range Dates: 1906-1920s
Bulk Dates: 1906-1920s
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