OH 0893 | Oral History

OH 0893

His experiences as a resident of Hamilton Park, Texas, 1956-90. Early life; segregated education; employment with Texas and Pacific Railroad, Universal Freight; children; African-American housing in Dallas; decision to buy home in Hamilton Park; home improvements; college at Prairie View; shopping; church activities; social activities; Civic League; the “Buy Out”; Hamilton Park school and sports activities; desegregation of Hamilton Park School.

About this Oral History

Physical Description 78 pp.
Terms of Use Open
Interviewer(s) William Wilson
Date of Interview September 15, 1990 to September 18, 1990

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