Peveler, Mr and Mrs W D 1968-03-08

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The Pevelers discuss ranching in West Texas and Eastern New Mexico during the first half of the 20th century.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Mr. and Mrs. W.D. Peveler

Additional Parties Recorded: None

Date: March 08, 1968

Location: Lubbock, Texas

Interviewer: David B. Gracy II

Length: 40 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Schooling in Seymour, Presbyterian Church, Beginning ranch work, Organization of Terry County (1903-05), Feed store in Brownfield, Capital for ranching, Sheep raising, Animosity between sheepmen and cattlemen, Fencing the open range, Move from Texas to New Mexico, Big ranches in Terry County, LFD Ranch of New Mexico, Cattle range, Marketing cattle, Sources of supply, Snowstorm of 1919, New settlers, Reasons for move to Crockett County (1924), Differences between cattle ranching and sheep ranching, Move to New Mexico (1931), Bought part of LFD Ranch, Visit of government agents, Other ranchers of New Mexico, Obtaining stock, Effects of dust storms, Farming to raise feed, Changes in ranching since 1900, First job—working on a farm, Effects of the Depression, Secret of success, Meeting of Mr. and Mrs. Peveler, Fishing in Young County.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: 1900-1940

Bulk Dates: 1903-1931


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