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Oral History Interview with Itasco Sampson Wilson, January 16, 2001
Interview with Itasco Sampson Wilson, teacher and pianist from Kerrville, Texas. Mrs. Wilson talks about coming to Kerrville to teach at the "Kerrville Colored School," life for African-Americans in the area, the African-American community, and her personal life.
Date:
January 16, 2001
Creator:
Bacon, Dan; Bethel, Ann & Wilson, Itasco Sampson
System:
The Portal to Texas History
Oral History Interview with Joe Marcus "J.M." Auld, Jr., February 26, 2001
Interview with Joe Marcus "J.M." Auld, Jr., a Texan rancher from Kerrville, Texas. Mr. Auld identifies his family members (including Kerr County pioneers who immigrated from Scotland), describes the difficulties of ranch life, and mentions local cultural phenomena. The interview includes stories of "Indians," eradicating the screwworm fly from Kerr County, and life during the Great Depression. He also discusses the role of game hunting to today's ranchers.
Date:
February 16, 2001
Creator:
Snodgrass, Clarabelle; Bethel, Ann & Auld, Joe Marcus, Jr.
System:
The Portal to Texas History