Durway, W L 1976-01-26
W. L. Durway, a retired employee of the Fort Worth and Denver Railway, recalls his experiences in connection with the railroad, placing special emphasis on management-labor relationships within the company.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: W. L. Durway
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: January 26, 1976
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Interviewer: Richie Cravens
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Personal and family background,
Jobs with railroad,
Ticket stamper (1919),
Traveling auditor (1928-1936),
Accountant,
Cashier,
Paymaster,
Secretary-treasurer,
General auditor (1960-1966),
Decrease in traffic,
Freight,
Passenger,
Development of towns,
Employee seniority roster,
Railroad union,
Compulsory membership,
Employee turn-over,
Wages,
Effects of trucking,
Taxes on railroad
Tape 1, Side 2:
Blank
Range Dates: 1919-1966
Bulk Dates: 1919-1966
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