Harris, Albert
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Harris, Albert (1895-1977): Interview and memoir
Collection — Container: Tapes et al
Identifier: O-H240
Scope and Contents
BLACK COMMUNITY PROJECT
Harris, lifelong resident and businessman of Springfield, recalls his experiences as a member of the African American community: social conditions, discrimination, segregation, and businesses. He recalls his own business ventures, including owning a restaurant, grocery store, garbage hauling, real estate, and the rental business. He discusses integrating the job market, 1937 Harris subdivision, Depression, and the 1908 race riot. He also discusses coal mining,...
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