His experiences as a resident of Hamilton Park, Texas, 1956-90. Early life in Corsicana; experiences in segregated schools; early employment; high school sports career; attendance at Samuel Huston College; move to Dallas; African-American housing in Dallas; employment with William Volker and Company; decision to locate in Hamilton Park, 1956; loan application and procedures; employment with American Building and Maintenance; transportation problems; church activities; Hamilton Park School; Interorganizational Council; Civic League; zoning problems; community beautification; ministerial activities.