Martin, W M Red 1970-08-06

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W. M. "Red" Martin discusses the impact of the May 11, 1970, tornado on Lubbock, comparing it with the 1947 tornado in Woodward, Oklahoma.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: W.M. "Red" Martin

Additional Parties Recorded: None

Date: August 06, 1970

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: David Murrah

Length: 20 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Woodward, Oklahoma, tornado (1947), Lubbock tornado (May 11, 1970), News, Damages, Peculiarities, Lions’ Club volunteer work, Effects.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1970

Bulk Dates: 1970


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