Pigman, Bill 1978-07-08
Former Pecos mayor Bill Pigman discusses his family background and his career as a civic leader and insurance executive.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Bill Pigman
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: July 08, 1978
Location: Pecos, Texas
Interviewer: Richie Cravens
Length: 1 hour
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Family history,
Pecos, Texas,
General conditions,
Mother’s family history,
Ranching,
Homesteading,
Hohman (?) family,
Pigman family,
Railroaders,
Childhood,
Father’s occupations,
U. S. Navy,
China,
Education,
Pecos, Texas,
Development,
Insurance business (1965),
Immigrant workers,
Cotton farming,
Business decline,
Housing,
Offices held,
Mayor,
City judge ,
City council.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1900s-1978
Bulk Dates: 1900s-1965
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