Schneeman, Max 1978-03-08
Max Schneemann discusses the history and developments of the area around Ozona.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Max Schneeman
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 08, 1978
Location: Ozona, Texas
Interviewer: Bobby Weaver
Length: 1 hour
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Simon Poel,
Family origin and history,
Weisenbach family,
Cattle prices,
Land prices,
Ranch housing,
Original,
Water facilities,
Ranch life,
Sheep business,
Cattle,
Overpopulation,
Cattle operation,
J. M Shannon,
Father’s ranching business,
Bought out (1912),
Beef cattle,
Shearing sheep,
Gardens,
Mexican laborers,
Selling sheep,
Screw worm problem.
Tape 1, Side 2: Open range ended (1912),
Coyote,
Education vs. experience,
Church,
Ozona, Texas,
First buildings,
Wagon trails.
Range Dates: 1912-1978
Bulk Dates: 1912-1978
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