Knack, Ruth
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Ide, Elizabeth (1873-1978): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-ID2
Scope and Contents
Ide, lifelong resident of Springfield, recalls turn of the century Springfield: social life of its wealthy citizens, downtown businesses, Springfield families and citizens, including the Lanphiers, Vachel Lindsay, and Ide's distant relative Mary Todd Lincoln. She also recalls her service on the board of the Home for the Friendless, survey work for the Russell Sage Foundation, and work with the Children's Service League. Also mentions Jane Addams, Abraham Lincoln, Dr. Josephine Baker, and the...
Dates:
Created: 1972 - 1976
Smith, Etta K. (1887-1976): Interview and Memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-SM55
Scope and Contents
Etta K. Smith, resident of Springfield, recalls Springfield in the early 20th century: businesses, downtown work and wages, and the 1908 race riot.
1 tape, 60 mins., 20 pp.
Interview by Ruth Knack, 1976
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