Henderson, Annie 1970-08-04

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Mrs. Henderson, early settler in the Odessa area, discusses some of the economic and social characteristics of early ranching communities near Odessa.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Annie Henderson

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Date: August 4, 1970

Location: Odessa, Texas

Interviewer: Paul Patterson

Length: 20 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Character of land rush explored, Expresses preference for cattle drives over railroads, Cattlemen-sheepmen conflict, Terrain near Monahans described, Explains interdenominational nature of revivals, Self-sufficient character of the frontier household discussed.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: Early 1900s

Bulk Dates: Early 1900s


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