Hale, Mattie
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Hale, Mattie (1892-1982): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-H134
Scope and Contents
BLACK COMMUNITY PROJECT
Hale, long-time resident of the Springfield area, discusses her experiences as a member of the city's African American community. She recalls her family history, farm life and growing up in a rural area, Springfield neighborhoods and schools, relations with white neighbors, marriage and family life, her husband's work in the Tuxhorn coal mine, the 1908 Springfield race riot, and racial discrimination. 1 tape, 90 mins., 33 pp.
Interview by Reverend Negil...
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