Manning, Robert and Mildred (Elam) 1967-08-25
The Mannings give their recollections of their early days in Texas during the early 1900s.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Robert Manning and Mildred (Elam)
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: August 25, 1967
Location: None Given
Interviewer: Earl Hampton
Length: 40 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Family background,
Arrival in Texas,
Mexican wedding in 1916,
Meeting of the Mannings,
Steam thresher,
Tea cakes,
Summer camp meetings,
Disease prevention for livestock,
Dipping vats for ticks,
Acquisition of sheep,
Doctors,
Automobiles,
Gas,
Indians,
Scalping of Williamson,
Hanging of L. Powell in Gatesville,
Lightning (?).
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1900-1916
Bulk Dates: Early 1900s
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