Feagans, Mary Jane
Person
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Brauer, Ewell (1912-1994): Interview and memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-B737
Scope and Contents
Brauer, Cass County farmer, discusses farming methods and their changes over the years, farm implements, machinery, crops, livestock and farm structures. He recalls farm life in the 1920's, his family history, his education, social activities, the Depression years, and conditions during WWII.
2 tapes, 120 mins., 31 pp.
Interview by Mary Jane Feagans, 1975
OPEN
See collateral file: family photographs and interviewer's notes
Dates:
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Kirby, Lucile Daniels (1891-1980): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-K631
Scope and Contents
Kirby, a resident of Menard County, Illinois, recalls early 20th century rural life: farming, education, dating and marriage, social life, church, 4-H clubs, touring post-WWI Europe, family life, farm wives' chores, Menard County church history, enrollment at Illinois College, and raising foster children. She also mentions the 1918 influenza epidemic, telephones, and a survey of Menard County homes during the Depression. 3 tapes, 214 mins., 57 pp.
Interview by Mary Jane Feagans,...
Dates:
Other: Dummy Date