Becker, Helen Hemmick
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Becker, Helen Hemmick (1896-1986): Interview and memoir
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-B388
Scope and Contents
Becker recalls early 20th century life in Springfield: her family and home life; education at Sacred Heart Academy and the Bettie Stuart Institute; funerals; childhood games; neighborhoods; and volunteer activities. She also mentions the homefront during WWI and WWII, the 1908 race riot, and Springfield entertainments.
2 tapes, 180 mins., 75 pp.
Interview by Kay MacLean, 1975
OPEN
See collateral file
Dates:
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