Oral History Interview with Amos Lee Smith, March 1, 1998

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Interview with Amos Lee Smith, a rancher from Center Point, Texas. Mr. Smith tells stories from his childhood, the years during the Depression, sheep ranching, his various occupations, and his activity in the local Methodist church.

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25 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.

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Witt, Gerald & Smith, Amos Lee March 1, 1998.

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Interview with Amos Lee Smith, a rancher from Center Point, Texas. Mr. Smith tells stories from his childhood, the years during the Depression, sheep ranching, his various occupations, and his activity in the local Methodist church.

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25 p. : ill. (some col.) ; 28 cm.

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This compilation of newspapers, photographs, and other materials provides a glimpse into the diverse people and fascinating places that have contributed to the growth of Texas.

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Oral History Interview with Amos Lee Smith, March 1, 1998

Interview with Amos Lee Smith, a rancher from Bandera County for the Kerr County Historical Commission Oral History Project. The interview includes his experiences during the Depression, as well as his life as a rancher, a butcher shop owner, and employee of Continental Oil Company.

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Witt, Gerald & Smith, Amos Lee. Oral History Interview with Amos Lee Smith, March 1, 1998, text, March 1, 1998; Kerrville, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth795395/: accessed May 28, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Kerr County Historical Commission.

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