Jordan, Eugene E 1975-07-29
Judge Jordan recalls his experiences as a student during the earliest years of Texas Tech.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Eugene E. Jordan
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: July 29, 1975
Location: Amarillo, Texas
Interviewer: Neil Sapper
Length: 35 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Teaching career,
Levelland, Texas (1926-1927),
Job history,
Faculty remembered,
"Runt" Stangel,
Roughness of student body,
Influence on entrance into Southwest Conference,
Early buildings on campus,
Memories of Dr. Paul Horn,
Relationship with Dean James Gordon,
Education,
Abilene Christian College (1924-1925),
Transfer students,
Male stenographers,
Memories of Dean Gordon,
Hazing,
Educational background,
Evaluation of abilities,
Bible English,
Anecdote about stink bomb at convocation,
Management of Cheri Casa dormitory,
College jobs,
Favorite instructors,
Dr. W. A. jackson, professor of government,
Location of classes,
Professor James Michie, department of mathematics,
Registration processes,
Member, first debate team,
Ruth Pirtle, coach,
Harry Montgomery, partner,
Member, Regents Council for the Future Purposes.
Tape 1, Side 2: [First minute blank],
Friendliness of Texas Tech,
Conflict between town and students,
Reputation of West Texas State University,
Rivalry between Amarillo and Lubbock,
School song,
Amarillo Club.
Range Dates: 1924-c. 1930
Bulk Dates: 1924-c. 1930
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