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Claude Morris oral history interview, 2002 February 30
Title
Claude Morris oral history interview, 2002 February 30
Creator
Morris, Claude E. (Claude Edward), 1902-2006
Date Created
2002-02-30
Subjects--Topical
Mills and mill-work, Rural families, Hunting, Gold panning, Springs, Lumber, Sawmills, Storytelling
Description
Montgomery County, North Carolina native Claude Morris recounts inheriting his home from his parents and local events and places over the course of his life. Mr. Morris discusses gold panning, fox hunting, cleaning out clogged water springs as a b...
Dolon W. Corbett oral history interview, 2002 January 28
Title
Dolon W. Corbett oral history interview, 2002 January 28
Creator
Corbett, Dolon W. (Dolon Wilson)
Date Created
2002-01-28
Subjects--Topical
Land Use, Rural, Rural families, Sawmills, Farm life, Family farms, Timber, Natural areas, Political participation, Political and social views, Rural development
Description
Dolon Wilson Corbett recalls his family's history in Ophir, Montgomery County, North Carolina, and how his family made their living by farming and working in a saw mill. Mr. Corbett discusses memories from growing up at the family home where he st...
Robert Hall and Elizabeth Hall oral history interview, 2001 December 13
Title
Robert Hall and Elizabeth Hall oral history interview, 2001 December 13
Creator
Hall, Robert I., 1942-
Date Created
2001-12-13
Subjects--Topical
Family farms, Land use, Rural, Country life, Sawmills, Rural electrification, Hunting, Fishing, Animals, Gold mines and mining, Gold panning, Hay, Water--Pollution, Molasses, Tobacco
Description
Robert Hall and Elizabeth Hall discuss their family's history and relationship with the land in Ophir, North Carolina, located in the Uwharrie River region. The Halls talk about farming enterprises, including fishing, leasing land to hunting clubs...