Calderon, Secundido and Jesusita 2024-09-13
This interview features Secundido and Jesusita Calderon as they discuss their lives living in Fort Stockton, Texas. Mr. and Mrs. Calderon describe their family histories and childhood memories of Fort Stockton before moving on to explain their careers and advocacy in the community.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Secundido and Jesuita Calderon
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: September 13, 2024
Location: Fort Stockton, Texas
Interviewer: Tai Kreidler
Length: 01:28:38 (1 hour 28 minutes)
Abstract
Introduction and Mr. Calderon’s family background; Mrs. Calderon’s family background; Discrimination and prejudice against Hispanics; childhood memories; Importance of education; Mrs. Calderon’s business and hobbies; Mr. Calderon’s career; Advice they have for having a successful life; giving to the community; How Fort Stockton has changed over the years; Their children; Mr. Calderon’s Father; The Bracero program and closing discussion
Access Information
Original Recording Format: born digital
Recording Format Notes: patrons may listen to audio in our reading room
Transcript: transcript available on dspace
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