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Edwin L. Huntley's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Edwin L. Huntley's oral history. He was interviewed on July 12, 1982 by Betty Turnell. The interview includes developing adult education, junior colleges, civil defense training during World War II, the Decatur…
Don Lawson's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Don Lawson's oral history. He was interviewed on August 17, 1987 by Betty Turnell at Decatur Public Library. The interview includes the the history of Wagner Castings Co. and the products they make. He also talks about…
Jeanne Allard Lindquist's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Jeanne Allard Lindquist's oral history. She was interviewed on May 31, 1983 at the Jeanne Lindquist Salon of Photography by Betty Turnell. The interview covers her career in photography, the photos she took during World…
Sam Loeb's Oral History - Transcription
This is the recording of Sam Loeb's oral history. He was interviewed on April 29, 1986 at Loeb's Men's Clothing Store by Betty Turnell. This interview covered his early life in Decatur, education, the Loeb's Men's Clothing Store, and changes to…
John Luttrell's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of John Luttrell's oral history. He was interviewed on June 4, 1987 at his office in the First National Bank of Decatur by Betty Turnell. His interview covers his realy life in Clinton, attending Millikin, working for…
Charles E. Lee's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Charles E. Lee's oral history. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell in December 1980. The interview includes his early life, his education, time in the U.S. Navy, law career, time in the IL state Senate, time as Mayor of…
Mrs. Will McKee's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Mr. Will McKee's oral history. She was interviewed by Betty Turnell on January 23, 1978. This interview includes her college years, early Decatur, Powers Building, Powers Opera House, and transportation.
Mrs. L.C. (Edith) McNabb's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Mrs. L.C. (Edith) McNabb's oral history. She was interviewed by Betty Turnell in April 1980. The interview includes her time at Millikin University as a Professor of Speech, her work with WSOY, and her tele-courses on…
Wilfred Miller's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Wilfred Miller's oral history. He was interviewed by Betty Trunell on June 28, 1985. The interview includes his time with the Post Office.
Mr. Donald E. Minton's Oral History - Transcription
This is the transcription of Donald E. Minton's oral history. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell on November 14, 1988. The interview includes his time with the Decatur Fire Department.