Thomas, J B 1981-02-11
J. B. Thomas relates information about early utility companies and their role in the growth of West Texas.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: J.B. Thomas
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: February 11, 1981
Location: Fort Worth, Texas
Interviewer: Richard Mason
Length: 1 hour
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Utility business,
West Texas cities,
Municipal development,
Water,
Energy source,
Born: San Marcos, Texas (July 19, 1891),
Family history,
Texas Power and Light,
Employment,
Lake J. B. Thomas,
Electric utility business (1900s),
Interconnections,
Fuels,
Oil,
Natural gas,
Lignite,
Problems,
Texas Electric Service Company (TESCO),
Sources of capital,
Political influence,
Government regulation.
Tape 1, Side 2: Texas Power and Light (again),
Land acquisition,
West Texas Utilities Company,
Burkburnett, Texas,
Oil boom,
Crime,
Electric companies,
Financing,
Labor force,
Growth,
Water supply,
Legal aspects,
Role in community development,
Odessa, Texas,
West Texas,
Growth,
Colorado Municipal Water District,
Leaders,
Qualities.
Range Dates: 1891-1930
Bulk Dates: 1900-1930
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