Stephenson, Mrs J M and Mrs Preston 1966-09-07
Mrs. Stephenson, a retired English teacher, and her sister, Mrs. Preston, discuss their family history and the early history of Abilene.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Mrs. J.M. and Mrs. Preston Stephenson
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: September 07, 1966
Location: Abilene, Texas
Interviewer: Rupert N. Richardson
Length: 25 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Mrs. Stephenson,
Born: Anson, Texas,
Homestead,
Family history,
Jay McAlister Stephenson, husband,
Lawyer,
Education,
Career,
English teacher,
Abilene High School
Farmer,
Family history (again),
J. B. Cockrell,
Fred Cockrell,
Abilene,
Entertainment,
Lytle Lake, Texas,
Water rationing,
Carnegie Library,
Women’s Club.
Tape 1, Side 2: Mrs. Stephenson (continued),
Abilene businesses,
Mrs. Preston,
Born: December 1883,
Sherman, Texas,
Family history,
Parents,
Travel,
Homestead.
Range Dates: 1883-1966
Bulk Dates: ?-1966
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