Gray, Mrs Herman 1972-03-22

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Mrs. Gray, Deaf Smith County rancher, recalls highlights of her personal history and career.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Gray, Mrs. Hermon

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Date: March 22, 1972

Location: Hereford, Texas

Interviewer: Fred Carpenter

Length: 20 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Background and early life reviewed, Recalls Ellison’s settlement in Crosbyton, Teaching school at Lorenzo, Moved to Deaf Smith County (1913), Ranch experiences listed, Half-dugout remembered, Mentions civic and professional activities, Incident of riding the horse across Tierra Blanca Creek, Lonely and social aspects of ranch life explained, "Dust Bowl" characterized, Examines Depression cattle program, Early education recalled, Enjoyed riding horses on the ranch.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1913-1972

Bulk Dates: 1913-1940


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