Holloman, Wendel 1972-07-19
Wendel Holloman, Plainview newspaper reporter, discusses the hail suppression program in Hale County and his attitude toward weather modification science.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Wendel Holloman
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Date: July 19, 1972
Location: Plainview, Texas
Interviewer: Jeff Townsend
Length: 45 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Quotes Plainview newspaper coverage of the Hale County,
hail suppression project,
Origin of hail suppression project recalled,
Frank Moore and "Flip" Calhoun characterized,
Cites opposition to weather modification program,
Newspaper position on weather modification stated,
Hail suppression controversy described,
Referendum irregularities explored,
Explanation of hail suppression organization problems,
Objectivity problems examined,
Comments on confrontation at Kress meeting.
Tape 1, Side 2: Opposition activities followed
State of the controversy reviewed,
Speculates on internal problems involving the hail suppression leadership,
Attitude toward hail suppression discussed,
Reviews community attitude toward statements concerning Texas water plans
and potentials,
Climatic theories mentioned.
Range Dates: ?-1972
Bulk Dates: 1950s (?)
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