Hignight, James (1911-1979): Interview
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: O-H539*
Scope and Contents
Hignight discusses his experiences coal mining in central Illinois: accidents and safety, firing shots, explosive powder, equipment, horses and mine ponies, and blacksmithing. He also recalls the towns of Beardstown and Colchester.
1 tape, 90 mins.
Interview by Barbara Herndon, 1978
OPEN
For collateral file see J9/5/24
Dates
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Creator
- Hignight, James (Person)
Extent
2.00 items
Language of Materials
English
Creator
- Hignight, James (Person)
- Herndon, Barbara (Person)
- Title
- Archon Finding Aid Title
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Repository Details
Part of the UIS Archives/Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Archives/Special Collections LIB 144
One University Plaza, MS BRK 140
Springfield IL 62703-5407 US
217-206-6520
archives@uis.libanswers.com
Archives/Special Collections LIB 144
One University Plaza, MS BRK 140
Springfield IL 62703-5407 US
217-206-6520
archives@uis.libanswers.com