Patton, John 1972-03-22
John Patton, early Hereford citizen, traces his career as a rancher and recalls family history.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: John Patton
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 22, 1972
Location: Hereford, Texas
Interviewer: Fred Carpenter
Length: 25 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Moved to Hereford in 1900,
Family background information related,
Description of Hereford in 1900,
Various family business interests explained,
Attended college at Fort Worth,
Experience ranching at Hereford,
Winter of 1918-19 discussed,
Describes country music,
Patton family characterized.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1900-1972
Bulk Dates: 1900-1920
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