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.