Neely, Mrs Corinne 1972-03-22
Mrs. Neely, daughter of a Hereford pioneer family, discusses her family background and personal character.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mrs. Corinne Neely
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 22, 1972
Location: Hereford, Texas
Interviewer: Fred Carpenter
Length: 25 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Relates Jowell family background,
Emigration to Hereford in 1887 described,
Liquidation of XIT Ranch,
Explains origin of the name "Hereford",
Cox family discussed,
Pioneer conditions and early Hereford recalled,
Education reviewed,
Expresses attitude toward "nesters" and transition to farming,
Taught on the T-O Mexican Ranch, 1923-24,
Experiences teaching near Portales, New Mexico, mentioned,
Recalls teaching on Indian Reservation near White River, Arizona,
Returned to Hereford in 1939,
Marriage to Mr. Neely.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1887-1939
Bulk Dates: 1887-1939
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