Bayrd, George Royce 1971-06-24
George Royce Bayrd discusses conditions in the Claude area durring the Depression of the 1930s.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: George Royce Bayrd
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: June 24, 1971
Location: Claude, Texas
Interviewer: David Nail
Length: 15 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Depression of the 1930s discussed,
Cites effects on auto repair business,
Dust storms described,
Lists soil conservation measures introduced,
Recalls cattle shoot,
States opinion of Franklin Roosevelt,
Economic conditions in Claude examined,
Effect of the New Deal agriculture policies reviewed,
Mentions types of entertainment in the 1930s
Tape 1, Side 2:
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Range Dates: 1930s
Bulk Dates: 1930s
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