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Driscoll, Charles (1891-1980): Interview and memoir

 Collection — Container: Tape et al
Identifier: O-D833

Scope and Contents

Driscoll, a lifelong resident of Chicago, recalls the years he was employed as a lamplighter for the city (1903-1906). He discusses his duties, occupational hazards, electrification, and the city streetscape.

1 tape, 40 mins., 15 pp. Interview by Thomas F. Driscoll, 1979 OPEN See collateral file: correspondence regarding interview

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Extent

2.00 items

Language of Materials

English

Related Materials

Interview and Memoir in Illinois Digital Archives.

http://www.idaillinois.org/u?/uis,1873

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Repository Details

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