OH 1138 | Oral History

OH 1138

Musician. His experiences as a member of the “Light Crust Doughboys” western swing band, 1935-42. Early radio career in Tyler, Texas; comments about “Light Crust Doughboys” band members; appearances in Gene Autry movies (“Oh, Susanna” and “The Big Show”) for Republic Pictures; employment with Burrus Mill and Elevator Company promotional band; radio appearances; influence of jazz artists, particularly Django Reinhardt, on his style of guitar playing.

About this Oral History

Physical Description 92 pp. plus documents (1 pp.)
Terms of Use Open
Interviewer(s) John Daniels
Date of Interview September 14, 1996

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