Medley, W T 1968-06-26
W. T. Medley recalls his early years in Van Horn and experiences and conditions as a cowboy.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: W.T. Medley
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: June 26, 1968
Location: Van Horn, Texas
Interviewer: Paul Patterson
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: W. T. Medley,
Biography (1876),
Cattle drive to St. Louis,
Lost in St. Louis,
Supply of Water—Cattle shipments,
Horse breaking,
Father’s last cattle drive,
Parents’ history,
Cattle driving,
Big Bend country,
Davis Mountains,
Border troubles,
Van Horn history,
Severe weather experienced.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1876-1968
Bulk Dates: 1876-?
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