Stemmons, John M 1968-09-23
John Stemmons recalls the development of the Dallas County Flood Control District.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: John M. Stemmons
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: September 23, 1968
Location: Dallas, Texas
Interviewer: David B. Gracy II
Length: None Given
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: History of Dallas County Flood Control District,
Chairman,
Idea of father (1920),
Trinity River,
New Channel,
Development of plan,
Accomplishments,
City control of operation,
Forest and Cotton Firms,
District directors,
Aerial survey,
Father’s vision attested to.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1920-1968
Bulk Dates: 1920-1968
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