Taylor, W Henry 1969

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W. Henry Taylor recalls his childhood and experiences on his 24,000 acre ranch near Cherokee, Texas.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: W. Henry Taylor

Additional Parties Recorded: None

Date: 1969

Location: Cherokee, Texas

Interviewer: Fred Carpenter

Length: 30 minutes


Abstract

Tape 1, Side 1: Family background information, Childhood reminiscences, School days recalled, Wire fences described, Flour mill and preparation of bread explained, Taylor’s ranch near Cherokee discussed, Sloan Ranch employment, Ranch house was built by Englishman, Deer leases on ranch land, Horses and cattle raised.

Tape 1, Side 2: Blank

Range Dates: ?-1969

Bulk Dates: ?-1969


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