Womble, Miss Ethel and Mrs Cal Williams 1972-03-21
Ethel Womble and her sister, Mrs. Williams, discuss their family history.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Miss Ethel Womble and Mrs. Cal Williams
Additional Parties Recorded: None
Date: March 21, 1972
Location: Hereford, Texas
Interviewer: Fred Carpenter
Length: 30 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1: Discussion of family background and move to Texas (1891),
Parents acquired land in the Texas Panhandle,
Outdoor plumbing and Hereford school buildings described,
Teaching experiences reviewed,
Recollection of children’s games,
Athletic events mentioned,
Teaching experiences (continued),
Comment on Depression "scrip" and county fairs,
Mentions fighting prairie fires,
Recollections of family reunions.
Tape 1, Side 2: Blank
Range Dates: 1891-1930s
Bulk Dates: 1891-1930s
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