Cross, Roland I 1968-05-21

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Roland Cross, agricultural agent, discusses agriculture and his role as an employee of the Santa Fe Railroad.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Roland I. Cross

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Date: May 21, 1968

Location: Amarillo, Texas

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Length: 15 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Roland I. Cross, Personal information, Employed by Santa Fe Railroad, Agricultural agent, Territories covered, Santa Fe Crop Report, Irrigation developed (1930s-1940s), Contributing factors, Drought, Advanced machinery, Development of agribusiness, Irrigated farms, Size variations

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1925-1968

Bulk Dates: 1930-1968


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