McDonald, Archie Jones 1977-10-08
Archie McDonald discusses his early life in Rankin, Texas.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Archie Jones McDonald
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: October 08, 1977
Location: Rankin, Texas
Interviewer: Bobby Weaver
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Mississippi to Texas (1911),
Ranching communities,
Ranch life,
Father as dentist,
Education,
Work available,
Oil discovery,
Rankin, Texas, growth,
Transportation changes,
Cattle ranching,
Population increase,
Depression.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1911-1977
Bulk Dates: 1911-1930s
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