Gentry, Paul
Paul Gentry describes farming and life in Dell City, Texas, from his family's arrival in the 1940s to present.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Paul Gentry
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Date:
Location: Dell City, Texas
Interviewer: Richard Mason
Length: 25 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Farming near Dell City, Texas (1940s to present),
Water in area,
Crops,
Cotton,
Labor (bracero),
Irrigation,
Diversified crops,
Cotton gins,
Entertainment,
Rodeo,
Theatre,
Fundraisers,
Wrestling,
Bracero program,
Local incidents,
Aviation,
Farmers and sheriffs (1950s),
Early life in Dell City.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1940-1950s
Bulk Dates: 1940-1950s
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