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1. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY EVENTS. Morgantown, WV, 1947‐1950. This recording contains three events: 1. Eisenhower Convocation ‐ proceedings of the conferral of an honorary to President Eisenhower on September 22, 1947 ‐
− Eisenhower discusses World War II global politics, mountaineers and education in his acceptance address; 2. Dr. Irwin Stewart's inaugural address as president of West Virginia University, 26 April 1947, ‐topics include global politics, the nature, roles and missions of universities, professional and vocational education, extension service, general education and research; 3. University Day, 7 February 1950 ‐‐ a dedication ceremony for Armstrong Hall, broadcast from the WVU Fieldhouse. Harold Stasson, Irwin Stewart, and Okey L. Patterson give speeches. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, quality fair to good. (R1)
2. DR. JAMES MORTON CALLAHAN. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 6, 14 April 1954. An interview with Dr. Callahan, a retired history professor at West Virginia University, conducted by Charles W. Shetler, concerning the early history of WVU and Morgantown. Four reels (7") 7 1/2 ips, quality poor, transcription available. (R2‐5)
3. DR. NORMAN R. PRICE. Marlinton Pocahontas County, WV, 12 March 1956. An interview with Dr. Price, a retired physician, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert and Charles Shetler concerning his family history, sports career and medical practice in Pocahontas County. One reel (7") quality poor (muffled and uneven), transcription available. (R6)
4. CALVIN W. PRICE. Marlinton, Pocahontas County, WV, 12 March 1956. An interview with Price, a newspaper owner and editor, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert and Charles Shetler concerning his family history, the history of Pocahontas County, its logging industry and wildlife. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R6)
5. JOHN C. SHAW. Buckhannon, Upshur County, WV, 3 April 1956, An interview conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert and Verl Z. Z. Garster, Jr., concerning family history, country schools, colleges, his career, and social conditions in Upshur County in the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R7)
6. GEORGE BENJAMIN THOMPSON. Canaan Valley, Tucker County, WV, 13 April 1956. An interview with Thompson, a lumberman, legislator and farmer, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert, Robert F. Munn and Verl Z. Garster, Jr., concerning the history of Tucker County, the Canaan Valley and West Virginia politics. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R8)
7. Dr. Andrew Jackson Dadisman. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 29 May 1956. An interview with Dadisman conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert, Charles W. Shetler and Verl Z. Garster, Jr. Dadisman, a retired WVU economics professor, reminiscences about his early life, education and career. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R9)
8. C. E. SMITH. Fairmont, Marion County, WV, 24 July, 1956, An interview with Smith, editor of the "Fairmont Times", conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert, Charles W. Shetler and Verl Z. Garster, Jr., concerning Marion County history, the coal industry, politics, and the newspaper business in general. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R10)
9. DR. OLIVER PERRY CHITWOOD. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 27 July 1956. An interview with Chitwood, retired WVU history professor, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert, Charles W. Shetler, and Verl Z. Garster, Jr., concerning his early life, local schools and churches, social and political life in Monongalia County and WVU. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R11)
10. HARVEY HARMER. Clarksburg, Harrison County, WV, 4 January 1957. An interview with Harmer, a retired lawyer and politician, conducted by Charles W. Shetler and Dr. O. D. Lambert concerning Hamer's early life in Harrison County and his career in law and politics. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R11‐12)
11. MAX MATHERS. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 29 January 1957. An interview with Mathers, a retired printing business owner, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert, Charles Shetler and Verl Z. Garster, Jr. concerning the history of Morgantown, the Mathers family and his career. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R13)
12. CAPTAIN KEMBLE WHITE. Clarksburg, Harrison County, WV, 18 February 1957. An interview with White conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert and Verl Z. Garster, Jr., concerning White family history. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R14)
13. DR. OSCAR D. LAMBERT. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 22 February 1958. An autobiographical recording by Dr. Lambert, a retired WVU history professor, concerning his family history, educational background and teaching career. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R15)
14. ARTHUR A. HALL. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 28 May 1958. An interview with Hall, Professor Emeritus, at West Virginia University, conducted by Charles W. Shetler, Dr. O. D. Lambert and Verl C. Garster, Jr., concerning the history of Morgantown, West Virginia University and Dr, Hall's early life and career. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R16)
15. Deaccessioned.
16. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S EIGHTY‐NINTH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 2 June 1958. A broadcast by the WAJR Radio Station of the commencement of the WVU class of 1958. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R18)
17. RILEY WARDEN DAVIS. Davis, Tucker County, WV, 17 June 1958. An interview with Warden, a hotel owner, conducted by Dr. O. D. Lambert concerning the history of the logging industry in Tucker County. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R19)
18. NAN BROOKE HAROLD. Richmond, Virginia, 16 July, 1958. An interview with Mrs. Harold, a former resident of Morgantown, conducted by Charles W. Shetler concerning her childhood and early life in Morgantown, and the history of WVU. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R20)
19. PRESIDENT ELVIS STAHR. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 6 August 1958. A press conference held during the first visit of Stahr to West Virginia University concerning the new president's impressions of the campus, goals for WVU's future, and philosophy concerning the aims of higher education. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R21)
20. RUSSELL COOPER. L. B. Sites General Store, Onego, Pendleton County, c 1959. A recording of a conversation around a wood stove on a winter morning, conducted by Charles E. Pittman. The conversation concerns the history and everyday life of the community of Onego. One reel (7") 1 7/8 ips, transcription available. (R22)
21. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETIETH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, June 1959. A broadcast by the WAJR Radio Station of the commencement of the WVU class of 1959. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R23)
22. MARY ADAMSON. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, 20 November 1959. An interview with Adamson, a resident and midwife of Onego, conducted by Charles E. Pittman concerning Adamson family history and daily life and customs in the Onego community. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R24)
23. CHARLES TURNER. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, 1959. An interview with Turner, a small farmer, conducted by Charles E. Pittman concerning Turner's family history and life in the Onego area. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R25)
24. CHARLES AND ELMER DAVIS. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, December 1959. An interview with the Davis brothers, who have lived their entire lives in Onego, conducted by Charles E. Pittman concerning Onego community life. One reel (7") 1 7/8 ips, notes and transcription available. (R26)
25. RILEY CONRAD. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, December 1959. An interview with Conrad, conducted by Charles
E. Pittman, concerning Pendleton County history. One reel (7") 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R27)
26. CARRIE S. HOFFMAN. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, December 1959. An interview with Hoffman, conducted by Charles E. Pittman, concerning Pendleton County History. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips, notes and transcription available. (R28)
27. LUKE RAINES. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, 12 December 1959. An interview with Raines, a former Justice of the Peace, president of the telephone company, member of the Pendleton Board of Education and cabinetmaker, conducted by Charles E. Pittman. The interview concerns Raines' life in Onego and community folklore and traditions. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R29)
28. ELVIS STAHR. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 17 January 1960. An announcement by Stahr concerning his decision to retain Art Lewis as West Virginia University head football coach. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R30)
29. WALTER DOLLY. Onego, Pendleton County, WV, 13 February 1960. An interview with Dolly, a farmer, conducted by Charles E. Pittman, concerning his life in Onego. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R31)
30. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐FIRST COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 30 May 1960. A broadcast by WAJR radio station of the commencement of the WVU class of 1960. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R32)
31. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER DEDICATION. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 8 October 1960. The dedication ceremonies and speeches delivered at the formal opening of the West Virginia University Medical Center. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R33‐34)
32. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐SECOND COMMENCEMENT. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 5 June 1961. A broadcast by WAJR Radio Station of the graduation ceremonies of the WVU class of 1961. One reel 3 3/4 ips. (R35)
33. NICOLO CALABRESE. Monongah, Marion County, WV, 18 September 1961. An interview with Calabrese, a retired coal miner, conducted by Charles Shetler concerning labor organization in the coal industry in the early 1900's. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R36‐37)
34. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE DEDICATION. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 29 January 1962. Dedication ceremonies and speeches concerning the importance of land grant colleges and their agricultural departments. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R38)
35. PRESIDENT PAUL A. MILLER, INAUGURAL ADDRESS AND CEREMONY. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 11 April 1962. President Miller discusses his plans for the future of West Virginia University. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R39)
36. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐FOURTH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 3 June 1963. A broadcast by the WAJR Radio Station of the commencement ceremonies for the WVU class of 1963. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R40)
37. Deaccessioned.
38. JOSEPH MARTIN. Riverside, Monongalia County, 28 October 1963. An interview with Martin, a retired coal miner, conducted by Milton Means concerning West Virginia's early mining industry. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R42)
39. J.B.RIFFLE. Westover, Monongalia County, WV, 6 November 1963. An interview with Riffle, a retired coal miner, conducted by Milton Means concerning West Virginia's early mining industry. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R43)
40. CECIL URBANIC. Fairmont, Marion County, WV, 31 January 1964. An interview with Urbanic, President of United Mine Workers of America District 31 conducted by Milton Means concerning West Virginia's early mining industry with stress on procedures, labor organization and company policies. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R44)
41. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐FIFTH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, June 1964. A broadcast by the WAJR radio station of the commencement ceremonies for the WVU class of 1964. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R45)
42. OSCAR DUBOIS. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 6 May 1965. An interview with Dubois, a retired glass worker, conducted by Sue Dubois and Sue Ann Miller concerning his early life in France and his work as a glasscutter in West Virginia. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R46)
43. EDWARD W. SHAY. Star City, Monongalia County, WV, 26 May 1965. An interview with Shay, a retired glass worker, conducted by Tannehill (?) concerning labor organization in the glass industry, West Virginia labor history and his early life. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R47)
44. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐SIXTH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 31 May 1965. A broadcast on WAJR Radio Station of the commencement ceremonies for the WVU class of 1965. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R48)
45. SCRABBLE CREEK HOLINESS CHURCH. Gauley Bridge, Fayette County, WV, 2 October 1965. A recording of a worship service which includes prayers, hymns, a sermon and speaking in tongues. Two reel (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R49)
46. I. B. ILAR. Charleston, Kanawha County, WV, c. December 1965. A radio broadcast address by Ilar, a member of the International Association of Machinist's organizing committee concerning union organization at the Union Carbide Company's South Charleston plant. One reel (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R50)
47. JOHN TAYLOR. Charleston, Kanawha County, WV, c. December 1965. A radio broadcast address by Taylor, a member of the International Association of Machinists organizing committee, concerning the organization of the Union Carbide Company's South Charleston Plant. One reel (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R51)
48. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S NINETY‐SEVENTH COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 29 May 1966. A broadcast by the WAJR Radio Station of the commencement ceremonies for the WVU class of 1966. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R52)
49. JESSE STUART. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 24 Febuary 1967. A speech entitled "My Land Has a Voice" by Stuart for the "The Lessons of History" 100th Anniversity Symposium. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R53‐54)
50. WILLIAM ENNIS. Granville, Monongalia County, WV, 22 April 1967. An interview with Ennis, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project of the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning wages and working conditions in West Virginia coal mines in the early 1900s. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips, quality poor. (R55)
51. JOHN AFICANO. Fairmont, Marion County, WV, 27 April 1967. An interview with Aficano, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project of the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions in West Virginia coal mines in the early 1900's. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips, quality fair. (R55)
52. HARLEY BYRD. Bertha Hill, Monongalia County, WV, 27 April 1967. An interview with Byrd, a retired miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions in West Virginia coal mines from 1913. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R55)
53. RAY BROOKS. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 29 April 1967. An interview with Brooks, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University, concerning Brooks family history and union organization in Monongalia and Marion Counties. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R56)
54. JACOB OURS. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 29 April 1967. An interview with Ours, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning his early life as a farmer, working conditions in the coal mines and union organization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R56)
55. NICOLA PIZZOFERRATO. Norton, Randolph County, WV, 2 May 1967. An interview with Pizzoferrato, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning the national labor movement, coal industry working conditions and coal mine mechanization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R56)
56. JAMES RICHARDSON. Coalton, Randolph County, WV, May 1967. An interview with Richardson, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning Richardson's early life and working conditions in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R57)
57. BERNARD RUCKER. Coalton, Randolph County, WV, 2 May 1967. An interview with Rucker, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning conditions in West Virginia coalfields and early attempts at union organization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R57)
58. HARVEY WINTER. Norton, Randolph County, WV, 2 May 1967. An interview with Winter, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning state and national union organization and conditions in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R56‐57)
59. JAMES WALTER BROWN. Randall, Monongalia County, WV, 4 May 1967. An interview with Brown, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning the various types of jobs in the coal industry, mechanization, and labor troubles in the 1920s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R58)
60. MICHAEL SHIELDS, JR. Bertha Hill, Monongalia County, WV, 4 May 1967. An interview with Shields, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning medical care of the miners and labor troubles in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R57)
61. BROOKS SHOEMAKER. Bertha Hill, Monongalia County, WV, 4 May 1967. An interview with Shoemaker, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning a description of work in the mines before unionization and early union efforts to improve conditions. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R58)
62. MR. AND MRS. JACK KLEVISHER. Pierce, Tucker County, WV, 16 May 1967. An interview with Mr. Klevisher, a retired coal miner, and his wife conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning conditions in West Virginia coal mines and union organization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R59)
63. CHARLEY EDWARD LOSH. Pierce, Tucker County, WV, 16 May 1967. An interview with Losh, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions and labor troubles in the West Virginia coalfields during the 1920s. Partial reel (7") 1 7/8 ips. (R58)
64. MR. AND MRS. CARL C. PERKINS. Thomas, Tucker County, WV, 16 May 1967. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Perkins conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project of the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions in the West Virginia coalfields during the 1920s and 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R59)
65. CARSON E. PETERS. Thomas, Tucker County, WV, 16 May 1967. An interview with Peters, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning his family history, his early life on the farm and union organization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R59)
66. S.L. ELZA. Thomas, Tucker County, WV. 17 May 1967. An interview with Elza, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions and labor organization in the West Virginia coal industry during the 1920s‐1940s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R60)
67. FRANK LENCEK. Thomas, Tucker County, WV, 19 May 1967. An interview with Lencek, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions and unionization in West Virginia coalfields during the 1920s. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R60‐61)
68. CHARLES NICHOLS. Thomas, Tucker County, WV, 19 May 1967. An interview with Nichols, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning labor organization and working conditions in the West Virginia coalfields during the 1920s and 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R60)
69. JAMES BREWNER. DuQuoin, Illinois, 10 December 1977. An interview with Brewner, a retired coal miner born in 1892, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Brewner recounts his childhood and early life in southern Illinois and describes his work as a trapper, muledriver and bootlegger. He also discusses the various immigrant groups in DuQuoin and their position in the struggle between the Progessive Mine Workers and the United Mine Workers. One c60 cassette, transcription available. (R62)
70. CHARLES H. SHAFFER. Thomas, Tucker County, WV, 19 May 1967. An interview with Shaffer, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning union organization and mechanization of the mines. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R60)
71. WILLIAM FOLEY. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 31 May 1967. An interview with Foley, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning Foley's early life, mechanization in the mines and state and national labor organization. One (partial) reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R62)
72. FREDERICK WALKER. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 31 May 1967. An interview with Walker, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning the nature of work, mechanization and racial discrimination in the mines. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R62)
73. WALTER WHITEHAIR. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 31 May 1967. An interview with Whitehair, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions and unionization in West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips, quality poor to unintelligible. (R61)
74. FRANK DALE. Jere, Monongalia County, WV, 6 June 1967. An interview with Dale, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning Dale's experiences as an Afro‐American coal miner from the early 1900s to the 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R63)
75. JERRY DAVIS. Jere, Monongalia County, WV, 6 June 1967. An interview with Davis, a retired Afro‐American miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the wages and working conditions of West Virginia coal miners during the 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R64‐65)
76. HOMER PHILLIPS. Pursglove, Monongalia County, WV, 6 June 1967. An interview with a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Phillips' early life in the Kanawha and Putnam County areas and his later years in Monongalia County. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R64‐65)
77. JOSEPH R. SPENCE. Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 6 June 1967. An interview with Spence, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns coal mine conditions and unionization from the early 1900s to 1930. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R63)
78. GEORGE M. ASH. Baxter, Marion County, WV, 8 June 1967. An interview with Ash, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns unionization in the West Virginia coalfields from the early 1900s to the 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R66)
79. MR. AND MRS. JOHN HARKI. Baxter, Marion County, WV, 8 June 1967. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Harkis conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the Harki's experiences as immigrants in the West Virginia coalfields. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R64‐65)
80. HARLAN MCCARTNEY. Rivesville, Marion County, WV, 8 June 1967. An interview with McCartney, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns his life in the West Virginia coalfields. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R64‐65)
81. WILFRED PARKER. Baxter, Marion County, WV, 8 June 1967. An interview with Parker, a retired mason and bricklayer, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview describes Parker's emigration to the United States and his life as an immigrant miner. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R66)
82. MR. AND MRS. PATSY BALASSONE. Douglas, Tucker County, WV, 12 June 1967. An interview with the Balassones, a coal mining family, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the Balassones's life as immigrants and conditions in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R67)
83. FRANK COLABRESE. Douglas, Tucker County, WV, 12 June 1967. An interview with Colabrese, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia
University. The interview concerns Colabrese's family history and his life as an immigrant in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R67)
84. PATSY GRECO. Coketon, Tucker County, WV, 12 June 1967. An interview with Greco, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Greco's life as an immigrant and his experiences in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R68)
85. WILLIAM W. KLINE. Davis, Tucker County, WV, 12 June 1967. An interview with Kline, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Mr. Kline's reminiscences about his work in the logging industry and in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R68)
86. CECIL COLLINS. Galloway, Barbour County, WV, 14 June 1967. An interview with Collins, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and mechanization in West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R69)
87. ERNEST MAYLE. Galloway, Barbour County, WV, 14 June 1967. An interview with Mayle, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns labor organization in the West Virginia coalfields during the 1920s and 1930s. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R70)
88. PERRY MAYLE. Galloway, Tucker County, WV, 14 June 1967. An interview with Mayle, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions in West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R74)
89. CALVIN SANDRIDGE. Meriden, Barbour County, WV, 14 June 1967. An interview with Sandridge, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and labor organization in the West Virginia coal industry during the 1920s and 1930s. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R68‐69)
90. JERRY SEMENTS. Galloway, Barbour County, WV, 14 June 1967. An interview with Sements, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions in the 1920s and 1930s in the West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R70)
91. PETER A. BARMER. Davis, Tucker County, WV, 16 June 1967. An interview with Barmer, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Barmer's life as a railroad worker and coal miner. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R71)
92. JOSEPH M. SNYDER. Davis, Tucker County, WV, 16 June 1967. An interview with Snyder, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Snyder's life in the West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R69)
93. LLOYD WINTERS. Davis, Tucker County, WV, 16 June 1967. An interview with Winters, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the coal industry in West Virginia from World War I to World War II. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R69)
94. JOSEPH SMITH. Rock Forge, Monongalia County, WV, 21 June 1967. An interview with Smith, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Smith's life as an immigrant in the coalfields. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R71‐72)
95. JOHN WESLEY BURCH. Rock Forge, Monongalia County, WV, 21 June 1967. An interview With Burch, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Burch's life as a farmer, miner and logger. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R72)
96. HARRY C. CLARK. Richard, Monongalia County, WV, ginia, 21 June 1967. An interview with Clark, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Clark's life in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R72)
97. CHARLES H. DIXON. Richard, Monongalia County, WV, 21 June 1967. An interview with Dixon, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Dixon's life in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R72)
98. PETER DEWS. Jere, Monongalia County, WV, 26 June 1967. An interview with Dew, a retired miner, conducted by John E. Stealey the III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview focuses upon Dews' experiences as an AfroAmerican coal miner. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R73)
99. GEORGE RAMAGE. New Hill, Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 26 June 1967. An interview with Ramage, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the various types of coal mining jobs, working conditions and mechanization in the mines. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R74)
100. ROBERT WILLIAMS. New Hill, Cassville, Monongalia County, WV, 26 June 1967. An interview with Williams, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Williams' early life and a description of working conditions for an Afro‐ American coal miner. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R75)
101. TONY DEMICCO AND JOE DEMICCO. Hepzibah, Harrison County, WV, 27 June 1967. An interview with the Demicco brothers, retired coal miners, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns life for immigrants in the coalfields before and during unionization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R76)
102. ARCHIE REEVES. Hepzibah, Harrison County, WV, 27 June 1967. An interview with Reeves, a retired Afro‐ American coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns conditions in the coalfields for Afro‐Americans before and during unionization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R76)
103. FELIX DECCO. Hepzibah, Harrison County, WV, 28 June 1967. An interview with Decco, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and unionization in the West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R77)
104. NICK DEMARA AND FELIX GABRIEL. Erie, Harrison County, WV, 28 June 1967. An interview with DeMarra and Gabriel, retired coal miners, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns a description of life for immigrants in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R77)
105. ALVA WILMOTH. Gypsy, Harrison County, WV, 28 June 1967. An interview with Wilmoth, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns conditions in West Virginia coalfields before and during unionization Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R76)
106. O.L. LAMB. Erie, Harrison County, WV, 30 June An interview with Lamb, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns conditions in the West Virginia coalfields before and during unionization Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R78)
107. JOHN V. STEWART. Haywood, Harrison County, WV, 30 June 1967. An interview with Stewart, a retired coal miner and logger, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the life of immigrant laborers in logging camps and coal mines. (Three) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R78‐80)
108. HARRY MITTER. Chestnut Ridge, Newburg, Preston County, WV, 13 July 1967. An interview with Mitter, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns Mitter family history and a description of working conditions in the coalfields from the early 1900's. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. R(79‐81)
109. GEORGE E. PYLES. Chestnut Ridge, Newburg, Preston County, WV, 13 July 1967. An interview with Pyles, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions in the coalfields from the early 1900's. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R79‐80)
110. WILLIAM J. CROSTON. Austin, Preston County, WV, 15 July 1967. An interview with Croston, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and unionization in the coalfields from the 1900's to World War
II. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R81)
111. ROBERT BEVERLY. Dola, Harrison County, WV, 17 July 1967. An interview with Beverly conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions in the coalfields before and after unionization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R82)
112. O. A. ROBINSON. Robey, Harrison County, WV, 17 July 1967. An interview with Robinson, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions in the coalfields before and after unionization. (Two) partial reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R82‐83)
113. ANTONIO SECRETO. Lumberport, Harrison County, WV, 17 July 1967. An interview with Secreto, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions, unionization and mechanization in the coal industry. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R82)
114. RUEBEN SHREVE. Robey, Harrison County, WV, 25 July 1967. An interview with Shreve, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University concerning working conditions in the coalfields and unionization. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R83)
115. G. B. TUCKER. Cambria, Harrison County, WV, 25 July 1967. An interview with Tucker, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns union leadership and organization in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R83)
116. MACK KING. Gilmer Station, Gilmer County, WV, 17 August 1967. An interview with King, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and unionization in the coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R83)
117. DOY L. CHILDERS. Copen, Braxton County, WV, 23 August 1967. An interview with Childers, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns working conditions and unionization in the coal industry. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R84)
118. IRA PRUNTY. Copen, Braxton County, WV, 23, August 1967. An interview with Prunty, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III as part of an oral history project conducted for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns early unionization efforts in the West Virginia coalfields. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R84)
119. J. L. WINE. Copen, Braxton County, WV, 23 August 1967. An interview with Wine, a retired coal miner, conducted by John E. Stealey III, as part of an oral history project for the West Virginia Collection of West Virginia University. The interview concerns the coal industry in West Virginia. Partial reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R84)
120. DR. PATRICK GAINER. Tanner, Gilmer County, WV, 28, 29 April 1968. Conversation and singing by Dr. Gainer recorded by Phoebe Fischer and Art Albrecht for WWVU‐TV. The first part of the recording was done on West Virginia Route 7 between Morgantown and New Martinsville, the second part in Dr. Gainer's home. One reel and 1 copy (5") 1 7/8, 3 3/4, 15ips, notes available. (R85)
121. W. BLACKHURST, PATRICK GAINER, PHOEBE FISCHER. 29 May 1968. Blackhurst, author of "Riders of the Flood", Professor Gainer and Fischer describe the history of Cass, West Virginia logging practices, the logging boom and the effect of the end of the boom on Cass and the surrounding area. They also discuss songs of the area and misconceptions about West Virginia and its history. Three reels (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R85‐87)
122. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Fredericktown, Pennsylvania. 15 November 1970. The first of four Miners for Democracy rallies held during the election campaign in District 5 in western Pennsylvania. Speakers include: Nick DeVince (candidate for International Executive Board), Joe Daniels (Candidate for Secretary/Treasurer), and Louis A. Antal (candidate for President). One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R88)
123. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Westland, Pennsylvania, 29 November, 1970. The third of four Miners for Democracy rallies held during the 1970 election campaign in District 5 in western Pennsylvania. Speakers include: William Finley (candidate for District Executive Board), Nick DeVince, Ken Yablonski (attorney), Joe Daniels, Michael Trbovich (President of Miners for Democracy), Lou Antal, Hawey Wells (one of three doctors active in the West Virginia Black Lung strike, February‐March 1969) and Richard Kuzio (local Union President in District 5). One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R89)
124. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 2‐4 December 1970. Three television programs aired on WQED‐TV which trace the issues involved in the 1970 District 5 election campaign in Western Pennsylvania. They feature interviews with many of the candidates and people involved in the campaign. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R90)
125. LOUIS ANTAL AND MICHAEL BUDZANOSKI. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 4 December 1970. A televison debate between western Pennsylvania District 5 President Michael Budzanoski, who was backed by the Tony Boyle administration, and Louis Antal, challenger backed by Miners for Democracy. Debate was held four days before the election. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R91)
126. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Bentleyville, Pennsylvania, 6 December 1970. The last of four Miners for Democracy rallies held during the 1970 election campaign in District 5 in western Pennsylvania. Moderator is Steven "Megi" Segedi
(candidate for District Executive Board). Speakers include: Joe Daniels, Nick DeVince, Ken Yablonski, Paul Nyden, Michael Trbovich and Lou Antal. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R92)
127. DR. JAMES G. HARLOW. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 21 January 1971. An informal discussion between Dr. Dr. Harlow, President of West Virginia University, and Alan Woodford, WVU Student Body President, Kathy Montgomery, Vice President and Tom Heflin, Speaker of the Student Legislature. The Discussion concerns West Virginia University policies and problems, as well as the role of student government. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R93)
128. WILLIAM FINLEY, WINNIE FINLEY AND JAMES MOSELY. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 21 February 1971. The first meeting of the West Virginia University Student Social Science Forum's Miner‐Student Seminar. Participants include William Finley (candidate in the western Pennsylvania District 5 election) James Mosely (retired miner and uncle of William Finley) and Winnie Finley (wife of William Finley). The participants are all Afro‐American and live in Washington County, Pennsylvania. Their discussion includes comments on the December 1970 District 5 election and the coal industry in general. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R93)
129. LOUIS ANTAL. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 21 March 1971. The second meeting of the West Virginia University Student Social Science Forum's Miner‐Student Seminar. This speech by Antal analyzes the western Pennsylvania ‐ District 5 election and discusses the prospects for the future of Miners for Democracy. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R95)
130. MICHAEL TRBOVICH AND MICHAEL BUDZANOSKI. Indiana, Pennsylvania, 23 March 1971. A debate between Trbovich, President of Miners for Democracy and later Vice President of the United Mine Workers of America, and Budzanoski, President of western Pennsylvania's District 5. The debate focuses upon the struggle between the different factions within the Union. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R96)
131. BUFFALO HOLLOW FLOOD, PROTEST MEETING. Accoville, Logan County, WV, 25 March 1972. A protest meeting against Pittston Coal Company after the February 26, 1971 flood disaster which killed one hundred twentyfive people on Buffalo Hollow in Logan County. Speakers include: Don Bryant (Black Lung Association Leader) Arnold Miller, Larry Harless (an organizer for Local 1199, Hospital Workers Union), and others. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R97)
132. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Cokeburg, Pennsylvania, 1 April 1971. A rally by the Miners for Democracy held on the day on which the incumbent western Pennsylvania Distrist 5 officials were re‐installed in office. William Finley chairs the rally. Speakers include: Monsignor Charles Owen Rice, Ken Yablonski, Joe Daniels, Arnold Miller (President of the Black Lung Association and later United Mine Worker's President), Michael Trbovich and Louis Antal. The rally includes a debate between Ken Yablonski and a group of miners who favor the use of some form of direct action (sit‐ins, for example). Yablonski opposes the idea in favor of strictly legal activities in in the courts. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R98)
133. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S ONE HUNDRED AND SECOND COMMENCEMENT. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 16 May 1971. A broadcast by WAJR Radio Station of the graduation ceremonies of the WVU class of 1971. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R99)
134. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Washington, Pensylvania, 29 May 1971. A press conference and rally held on the second anniversary of Jock Yablonski's declaration of candidacy for International President. The rally is chaired by William Finley. Speakers included: Ken Yablonski, Lou Antal, Arton Elms (a scale committeeman from District 6), Walt Harris, (a Miners for Democracy leader from District 2), Harry Patrick (Miners for Democracy leader from District 31), Thomas "Slim" Hudock (a scale committeeman from Cokeburg in District 5) and Pete Sabo (Miners for Democracy candidate for District 5 Secretary/Treasurer). A debate between Harry Patrick, on the side of direct rank‐and‐file action, and Ken Yablonski, on the side of legal action only, occurred during the rally. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R100)
135. ANDREW "COWBOY" VAHALY. Cokeburg, Pennsylvania, 24 May and 17 June 1971. An interview with Vahaly, one of the leading activists in the Miners for Democracy, conducted by Paul Nyden concerning the reform movement within
the United Mine Workers of America. He discusses people inolved such as Jock Yablonski, Mike Budzanoski, Nick Cecil and Anthony Dovshek. He also details his personal experiences as a coal miner and discusses his adventures during the depression as a circus worker and movie extra. Three reels (5") 1 3/4 ips. (R101‐103)
136. JAMES MOSELY. Washington, Pennsylvania, 17 June 1971. An interview with Mosely, a retired AfroAmerican coal miner and postal worker, conducted by Linda Nyden, concerning Mosely's youth in Johns, Alabama, his experiences during World War I, and his work as a coal miner in Pennsylvania, primarily in Washington County. Mosely is a strong union man and is very active in the Miners for Democracy. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R104‐105)
137. ANDREW DIXON. Omar, Logan County, WV, 16 July 1971. An interview with Dixon, a retired Afro‐American coal miner, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden, concerning his escape from Alabama after union activities, his migration north and his life and work in the southern West Virginia coalfields. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R106)
138. JOHN MENDEZ. Chapmanville, Logan County, WV, 16 July 1971. An interview with Mendez, a Chicano coal miner, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden, concerning his activities as a leader in the Black Lung Association and in the Miners for Democracy. He discusses methods used by the coal companies to recruit and contract for minority labor, specifically Mexican‐American miners. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R107)
139. SHIRLEY COLES. Princeton, Mercer County, WV, 1 September 1971. An interview with Coles, an Afro‐American coal miner in southern West Virginia, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden concerning his life and work exeriences in the Pocahontas coalfields, the relationship between Blacks and the United Mine Workers of America, and the effects of mechanization in the coal industry. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips, quality fair to poor. (R108)
140. JAMES MILLNER. Princeton, Mercer County, WV, 2 September 1971. An interview with Millner, a retired Afro‐ American miner, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden, concerning coal company discrimination against black miners. He discusses the role of Afro‐American miners in union organizing activities and the lack of support of the union in fighting discrimination. Mr. Millner is a civil rights activist and is deeply involved in union politics. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R109)
141. MINERS FOR DEMOCRACY. Saint Clairsville, Ohio, 12 September 1971. More than 500 miners and their wives from fourteen different districts of the United Mine Workers of America attended this meeting. The meeting is chaired by Michael Trbovich. Principal participants are Chip Yablonski, Clarice Feldman, and Harry Huge. Speakers include: Don Rasmussen (Black Lung Physician); Levi Daniel (Black miner from Beckley, WV), Lou Antal, Ken Davies (Miners for Democracy leader from District 12 and later District President), John Guzek (Miners for Democracy leader from District 6 and later District President Arnold Miller, Bob Oliver (Miners for Democracy leader from District 11), Harry Patrick, Tom Pysell (Miners for Democracy leader from District 6 and later National Director of Organizing) and Andy Surrma. Four Scale Committeemen also speak: Charles Heldreth, Slim Hudock, Art Nelms and Vic Shine. Remarks from the floor are made by Robert Payne (President of the Disabled Miners and Widows of Southern West Virginia), Sara Kaznoski (a Mannington widow) and Nathaniel Lambright (a black miner from Bishop, West Virginia). Two reels (5") 1 7/8ips. (R110‐111)
142. Deaccessioned.
143. BILL WORTHINGTON. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 18 October 1971. A speech by Worthington, a Miners for Democracy, and Black Lung activist from Harlan County Kentucky, delivered at West Virginia University. The speech deals with the United Mine Workers, the coal industy and the problems of Afro‐American miners within both. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R113)
144. WILLIAM FINLEY, LAVELLE FINLEY, JAMES MOSELEY, BILL WORTHINGTON. Westland, Pennsylvania, 20 October 1971. An interview with four Afro‐American miners, conducted by Paul Nyden concerning the experiences and problems of Afro‐American miners in the coalfields of Alabama, Kentucky, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. The discussion deals with company discrimination both in terms of hiring and promotion, the lack of support of Afro‐
American miners from the United Mine Workers of America, and the effects of mechinization upon labor. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R114‐115)
145. GEORGE WEST. Volcano, Wood County, WV, 1971. An interview with West who operates an oil and gas field, conducted by Gerald W. Ash, concerning the "endless wire" oil pumping system used in the Volcano oil fields. West describes the equipment and procedures used in the 101 year old field. The interview was conducted on site, and part of the recording is unintelligible due to the noise of the nearby oil rig. Five reels (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R116‐120)
146. WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY'S ONE HUNDRED AND THIRD COMMENCEMENT. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 14 May 1972. A broadcast by WAJR Radio Station of the graduation ceremonies of the WVU class of 1972. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R121)
147. LOUIS ANTAL. Arnold, Pennsylvania, 8 June 1972. An interview with Antal, a retired coal miner and key leader in the rank‐and‐file movement, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden concerning his election campaigns for President of United Mine Workers District 5. He discusses in detail the issues drawn between the United Mine Workers of America and the Miners for Democracy. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R122‐123)
148. ROBERT PAYNE. Itmann, Wyoming County, WV, 24 June 1972. An interview with Payne, President of the Disabled Miners and Widows of Southern West Virginia, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden concerning the history of the organization which grew from a Wildcat strike which shutdown most mines in West Virginia and the surrounding states in June, 1970. He discusses the group's organization which has always included Afro‐American and white men and women in leadership roles. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R124)
149. PAT TOOHEY. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 6 August 1972. An interview with Toohey, who is one of the founders and leaders of the National Miners Union, conducted by Linda and Paul Nyden. The interview includes a discussion of Toohey's childhood in a coal mining family in Pennsylvania and details the issues and events that led to the formation of the National Miners Union. He was secretary of three different organizations: The Progressive Mine Workers of America International Committee which was formed in 1923, the Save the Union Movement begun in 1925, and the National Miners Union founded in 1928. He also discusses the relationship between the Socialist and Communist Parties and events in the coalfields. Four reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R125‐126)
150. ABB GILLENWATER. Crab Orchard, Raleigh County, WV, 10 May 1973. An interview with Gillenwater, a retired coal miner, born in 1894, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McLean, concerning his recollections of "Mother" Jones and his life as a miner at Slab Fork, Raleigh County, WV. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R127)
151. ALFRED SMITH. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 10 May 1973. An interview with Smith, a retired coal miner born in 1874, conducted by Keith Dix, Bill Taft and Lois McLean concerning life in the southern West Virginia coal fields. Smith discusses labor organizing and recalls marching with "Mother" Jones. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, quality poor. (R128)
152. RICHARD LIZZIE LEWIS. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 18 May 1973. An interview with Lewis, a seventy‐eight year old retired coal miner, police chief and machinist, conducted by Lois McLean and Bill Taft concerning Lewis's childhood in England, his union sympathies and socialism. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R129)
153. BERT CASTLE. Alum Creek, Lincoln County, WV, 19 June 1973. An interview with Castle, born in 1901, a retired United Mine Workers of America field worker, conducted by Bill Taft, concerning early union leaders, unionization and socialism. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R130‐131)
154. C. E. BRADSHAW, JIM DILLON, THELMA CROSBY. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 21 June 1973. An interview with Bradshaw and Dillon, retired Afro‐American miners, conducted by Bill Taft concerning discrimination against Afro‐ American miners in the coalfields. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R132)
155. HENRY GWINN. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 21 June 1973. An interview with Gwinn, a retired Afro‐American coal miner, born in 1880, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McLean concerning the consequences of mechanization in the coal industry for the Afro‐American miners. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R133)
156. A. D. LAVINDER. Matewan, Mingo County, WV, 22 June 1973. An interview with Lavinder, a retired socialist coal miner born in 1880, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McLean concerning unionization, socialism and pension plans. Lavinder notes that he began working in the mines at age fifteen. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R134)
157. WARREN MARTIN. Star City, Monongalia County, WV, 29 June 1973. An interview with Martin, a retired railroad worker and ex‐mayor of Star City, born in 1887, conducted by Bill Taft, concerning socialism and the history of Star City. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R135)
158. ADAM GETTO. Washington, Pennsylvania, 18 July 1973. An interview with Getto, a retired coal miner who emigrated from Yugoslavia, conducted by Linda Nyden concerning his leadership in the National Miners Union, and various incidents involving union violence and its consequences. (Two) reel(s) (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R136‐137)
159. FRED SIDERS. Hendersonville, Pennsylvania, 24 July 1973. An interview with Siders, born in 1896, a union militant and official, conducted by Linda Nyden concerning his unionization work, the National Miners Union and his years as President of various locals unions. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R138‐139)
160. STEVE PAICH AND FRED SIDERS. Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, 2 August 1973. An interview with Paich and Siders, both National Miners Union activists and coal miners, conducted by Linda Nyden concerning their experiences during the 1920s and 1930s. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R140‐141)
161. TILMAN CADLE. Rich Mountain Gap, Tennessee, 14 August 1973. An interview with Cadle, a leader of the National Miners Union in eastern Kentucky, conducted by Paul and Linda Nyden, concerning his working relationship with Sam and Florence Reece and his activities as the guns keeper for National Miners Union. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R142‐143)
162. PAT TOOHEY. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 12 December 1973. A speech given by Toohey to students of labor history and sociology at the University of Pittsburgh. The speech is general and concentrates on coal miners history. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R144‐145)
163. ELLIS BAILEY. Clear Creek, Raleigh County, WV, 1973. An interview with Bailey, a retired coal miner, born in 1904, conducted by Bill Taft, concerning Bailey's reminiscences of "Mother" Jones and her struggle against strip mining. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R146)
164. WILL BILLIPS. MacArthur, Mercer County, WV, 1973. An interview with Billups, a ninety‐eight year old retired coal miner, conducted by Lois McLean and Bill Taft concerning his reminiscences about the United Mine Workers of America. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, quality poor, notes available. (R148)
165. MILTON F. HENDRIX. Raleigh County, WV, 1973. An interview with Hendrix, a former coal miner and union organizer born in 1897, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McLean concerning unionization and recollections of "Mother" Jones. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R148)
166. DALLAS STOTTS. Oak Glen, Fayette County, WV, 1973. An interview with Stotts, a retired coal miner, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McLean. Stotts recounts his memories of early unionization efforts and descibes the activities of "Mother" Jones in West Virginia as well as the extent and consequences of union violence. Stotts states that he was made a sergeant and was charged with guarding "Mother" Jones during her imprisonment at Pratt, WV. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R149)
167. MOSIL THOMAS. Red Star, Fayette County, WV, 1973. An interview with Thomas, a 102 year old retired Afro‐ American miner, conducted by Bill Taft and Lois McClean concerning the involvement of black coal miners in unionization and the activities of "Mother" Jones in various West Virginia coal camps. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R150)
168. MRS. UTT. Sophia, Raleigh County, WV, 1973. An interview with Mrs. Utt, who was born in 1898, conducted by Bill Taft, concerning unionization in the coal industry Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R151)
169. DOYNE HALBRITTER. Kingwood, Preston County, WV, 23 April 1974. A interview with Halbritter, a lawyer and historian, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry for WWVU‐TV. Halbritter tells West Virginia tales including: "Pioneers and Politicians", "Indians Scouts, Preachers, Storekeepers and Editors" and "Travelers, Outlaws and the Outside World". Three reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R152‐154)
170. LOUISE MCNEIL PEASE. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 3 June 1974. An interview with Pease, conducted by Dr. George Parkinson, concerning her early life, education and career. Mrs. Pease reminiscences about L. W. Chappell and gives some thoughts about Appalachia and its customs. In addition, she reads some of her poetry. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R155‐156)
171. MILTON ADAMS, SR. Willard, Carter County, Kentucky, 24 June 1974. An interview with Adams, a retired coal miner, conducted by E. D. Ryan, concerning safety and labor organization in the coal industry in Kentucky from 1919‐ 1939. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R157)
172. WILLY PORTER. Pursglove, Monongalia County, WV, 27 July 1974. An interview with Porter, a retired Afro‐ American coal miner, conducted by E. D. Ryan concerning life in the Kentucky coal mines from 1923‐1958. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R158)
173. HARVEY SAMPSON. Nicut, Calhoun County, WV, 22 August 1974. An interview with Sampson, conducted by Thomas Brown concerning bees and honey gathering in the wild. One reel (5") 3 3/4 and 7 1/2 ips. (R159)
174. TILLIE (MRS. JACK) BATTUELO. Brycon, Illinois, 8 September 1974. An interview with Mrs. Battnello, who was born in 1905 and is the wife of a retired coal miner, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky. She describes life in central Illinois before and during the formation of The Progressive Mine Workers of America, the role played by the Women's Auxillary and the participation of children in the womens march on Springfield, Illinois. (Two) cassette(s), incomplete transcription available. (R160)
175. IRENE (MRS. GERRY) ALLARD. Wisconsin, 5 October 1974. An interview with Mrs. Allard, born in 1910, daughter of a coal miner, was conducted by Barbara Herndon. The interview relates her experiences in establishing the Progressive Mine Workers of America and the Women's Auxillary for both the United Mine Workers and the Progressive Mine Workers. Her husband was organizer and first editor of "The Progressive Miner" and both were active in Socialist causes. Five cassettes, transcription available. (R161‐163)
176. LESTER BOETTA. Springfield, Illinois, 8 October 1974. An interview with Boetta, a retired coal miner and official of the Progressive Mine Workers of America, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning the formation of the Progressive Mine Workers of America, the Mulkeytown March, organization of the Women's Auxillary, and a description of the Progressive Mine Workers of America today. (Two) cassette(s), transcription available. (R164)
177. EUGENE HUGHES. Springfield, Illinois, 8 October 1974. An interview with Hughes, International President of the Progressive Mine Workers of America, conducted by Barabara Herndon and Nick Chernavsky, concerning the history of the union, its past and present membership, and its relationship with the A.F.L and C.I.O. One cassette. (R165)
178. BOB EDWARDS. Huntington, Cabell County, WV, 10 October 1974. An interview with Edwards, who was a volunteer union organizer during the 1930s, conducted by Keith Dix concerning unionization in various industries. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R166‐167)
179. MR. AND MRS. WILLIAM CAREY. Red Jacket, Mingo County, WV, 17 October 1974. An interview with William Carey, a retired coal miner, and his wife, conducted by Keith Dix concerning life in the coalfields. Mr. Carey's union organizing activities are described as well as a meeting with "Mother" Jones. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R168‐169)
180. Deaccessioned.
181. MARY AUDI. Binnell, Illinois, 22 October 1974. An interview with Mrs. Audi, wife and daughter of coal miners and a member of the Progressive Mine Workers of America ‐ Women's Auxillary, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning her life in central Illinois during the depression. Mrs. Audi discusses the reaction of merchants and townspeople to the unions. Partial cassette. (R172)
182. LOUISE FASSARO. Gillispie, Illinois, 22 October 1974. An interview with Mrs. Fassaro, wife and daughter of coal miners and a member of the Progressive Mine Workers Women's Auxillary, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning her life in central Illinois, the Mulkeytown March and the relationship between the Progressive and the United Mine Workers. She also describes mass meetings. Partial cassette, partially unintelligible. (R172)
183. ROSE KONIAK. Binnell, Illinois, 22 October 1974. An interview with Mrs. Koniak, President of the Progressive Mine Workers of America ‐ Women's Auxillary and wife and daughter of coal miners, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Mrs. Koniak contrasts the Auxillary in its early years to that of today, describes the eating habits of coal miners, and discusses funereal practices and death benefits. Partial cassette. (R172)
184. GOLDIE SCHNEIDER. Gillespie, Illinois, 22 October 1974. An interview with Mrs. Schneider, secretary of the Progressive Mine Workers of America ‐ Women's Auxillary, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Mrs. Schneider was born in 1897, and is the daughter and wife of coal miners. She discusses her work and also tells how her husband assumed responsibility for household chores while she worked variuos jobs. One cassette. (R174)
185. H.B. HOLSTEIN, LOUIS THOMAS, C.W. LEARY, I.B. ILAR, JOHN L. TAYLOR AND JIM COPENHAGER. South Charleston, Kanawha County, WV, 23 October 1974. An interview with various workers of the International Association of Machinists Local Lodge 598, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning working conditions before and after unionization, and the problems encountered in bargaining with the Union Carbide Company during the early unionization efforts. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R175‐180)
186. LOWELL R. (BUTCH) THOMAS. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 25 October 1974. An interview with Thomas who is a retired coal miner, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning union organizational activity at the mine at Scotts Run and a description of the early efforts of the National Miners Union. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R181)
187. BOB EDWARDS. Huntington, Cabell County, WV, 6 December 1974. An interview with Edwards, who was a volunteer union organizer, conducted by Keith Dix concerning the history of the International Nickle Plant Local 40. Edwards discusses plant conditions and evolution of the local and the national union movement. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R182‐185)
188. GEORGE V. KING. Harpers Ferry, Jefferson County, WV, 11 December 1974. An interview with King, a teacher and ranger for the National Park Service, conducted by John Williams concerning Kings' memories of living conditions for AfroAmerican families in the mining community of Kimball, McDowell County. Topics include education, politics and professional opportunites open to Afro‐Americans. Three reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (184‐185)
189. WILLIAM EDWARD GREENE. Ottawa, Boone County, WV, 4 February 1975. An interview with Greene, a retired coal miner, conducted by Keith Dix and Walt Brady concerning efforts to organize the coal miners of southern West Virginia in the early 1900's. Greene also describes the activities of "Mother" Jones. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R186‐187)
190. DELMAR HAGEDORN. Dellslow, Monongalia County, WV, 7 Feburary 1975. An interview with Hagedorn, President of the Mine Bosses Union in Monongalia County from 1943‐1945, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning the formation of the Bosses Union, the national strike it called and the strike collapse. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R188)
191. VIC SCOPEL. Illinois, 12 Feburary 1975. An interview with Scopel, a retired coal miner, born in 1913, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky, concerning his childhood in central Illinois, the formation of the Progressive Mine Workers of America, the Mulkeytown March and life in a company town. One cassette. (R189)
192. CATHERINE DERORRE MANS. Collinsville, Illinois, 17 February 1975. An interview with Mrs. Mans, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky, concerning her recollections of the role played by women, especially by her mother, in the Progressive Union Movement. She describes the Mulkeytown March and the soup kitchens set up by the Women's Auxillary. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R190)
193. LARRY MANTOWICH. Springfield, Illinois, 19 Feburary 1975. An interview with Montowich, a retired coal miner born in 1911, conducted by Barbara Herndon, concerning his early life in Springfield, his apprenticeship in the mines and the early struggles between the Progressive and United Mine Workers. He recalls his participation in the Mulkeytown March, discusses various mine accidents and tells of his experiences as the son of Lithuanian immigrants. Four reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R191‐194)
194. Deaccessioned.
195. FRANK BERTETTI. Mount Clair, Illinois, 10 March 1975. An interview with Bertetti, a retired miner and school superintendent, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Born in 1901, Bertetti is also the son of a coal miner. Topics discussed include labor organization and union struggles in in the 1930s, the Mulkeytown March, mechinization in the mines, and his quest for education. (Two) cassette(s). poor to unintelligible, transcription available. (R196)
196. FRANK FRIES. Gillespie, Illinois, 10 March 1975. An interview with Fries, a former miner, mine owner, sheriff, congressman and labor organizer born in 1893, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning his life and conditions in central Illinois during the 1930s. He describes in detail the Mulkeytown March and his visit to Coulterville while he was sheriff in Gillespie. One cassette. (R197)
197. JACK BATTELLO. Brighton, Illinois, 13 March 1975. An interview with Battnello, an ex‐coal miner born in 1899, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning his Italian heritage and union organizing activites. He presents a detailed account of the early days of the Progressive Miners Union and discusses his involvement in the Mulkeytown March and his organization of the Gillespie sit down strike. He also gives character sketches of many of those involved and discusses political and religious philosophies. Seven reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R198‐204)
198. Deaccessioned.
199. JIM HOPLEY. Springfield, Illinois 4 April 1975. An interview with Hopley, a retired British immigrant coal miner born in 1888, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Hopley describes coal mining, his life before and after emigrating, the formation of the Progressive Mine Workers of America, the Mulkeytown March, the sit‐down strike, medical care, and the officials of both the Progressive and United Mine Workers of America. Four cassettes, partially unintelligible. (R206‐ 209)
200. H. C. MCCOLLUM. Springfield, Illinois, April 1975. An interview with McCollum, a retired vice‐president of Peabody Coal Company, conducted by Barbara Herndon. McCollum discusses his experiences as a mining engineer around the
world, his association with the Peabody Coal Company and the Illinois Coal Producers Association. He gives his views on the energy crisis and its effect on the coal and oil industries. Two cassettes, partially unintelligible. (R210‐211)
201. WILLIAM FINLEY. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 31 May 1975. A testimonial dinner in honor of Finley, the highest elected black official in the history of District 5. Speakers include: Ashton Allen (steelworker and teamester), Herb Smith (Finley's nephew and a student at the University of Pittsburgh), William "Major" Veasley (a black miner who grew up in Alabama and moved to Cabin Creek, WV), William Taylor (a black miner who is chairman of the Mine Committe at Cokeburg), Ola Kennedy (a black woman who is a steelworker), Talmadge Dean(a white miner from the Ellsworth Mine), Charles Hayes (VicePresident of the Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butchers Workmen), Arnold Miller, Linda Nyden, Rayfield Mooty (a Chicago area steel worker). Topics include unions, unionization and discrimination against blacks by unions and the coal industry. Two reels (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R212‐214)
202. RUTH BELL. Tygart Valley Homestead, Randolph County, WV, 11 July 1975. An interview with Bell, a former administrator with Tygart Valley Homestead, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning her role at Tygart Valley. Partial reel (5") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R215)
203. OLIVE GOODWIN. Elkins, Randolph County, WV, 11 July 1975. An interview with Goodwin, a weaver, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning the origins and history of the Tygart Valley Homestead. Partial reel (5") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R216)
204. C. A. "CAP" AND MILDRED HICKS. Beverly, Randolph County, WV, 11 July 1975. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Hicks who are original settlers at the Tygart Valley Homestead, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning selection of homesteaders, decription of the housing and a discussion of industries in the area. Partial reel (5") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R215)
205. HARRY KRAMER. Tygart Valley Homestead, Randolph County, WV, 11 July 1975. An interview With Kramer, a college student raised in the Tygart Valley Homestead, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning life in the Homestead. Partial reel (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R216)
206. NAOMI AND JOE MORGAN. Beverly, Randolph County, WV, 11 July 1975. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Morgan, originial settlers at Tygart Valley Homestead, conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning their early years in Tygart Valley. Partial reel (5") 7 1/2 ips, transcription available. (R215)
207. DR. SAMY E. G. ELIAS. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, August 1975. An interview with Dr. Elias on WCLG Radio concerning the Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) system at West Virginia University. One reel (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R217)
208. ALBERT NOE. Columbus, Ohio, 20 November, 1975. An interview with Noe, a retired glasscutter, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning mechanization of the glass industry and the merging of several small glassworkers unions. One reel (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R218)
209. FRANK VAUPEL, LYNN ANN HINEGARDNER AND PAUL MYERS. Moundsville, Marshall County, WV, 18 December 1975. An interview with Vaupel, Hinegardner and Myers, retired glass workers, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning conditions in the glass industry from about 1917 to the present and the history of American Flint Glassworks Local 10 Union. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R219)
210. TOY WORKERS UNION. Glendale, Marshall County, WV, 7 Janurary 1976. This interview with members of the Toymakers Union was conducted by George Parkinson and Keith Dix and concerns a description of the formation of the union, occupational hazzards and working conditions in the toy industry. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R220)
211. FLORA TETER. Parsons, Tucker County, WV, 10 February 1976. An interview with Mrs. Teter, who is a ninety‐five year old housewife, conducted by Lucille DeBerry and Carl Fleishhauer, concerning Mrs. Teter's recollections of her
childhood and early married life. The interview also touches upon quiltmaking, log cabin building, the making of maple syrup, sewing, weaving and education. Two reels (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R221‐222)
212. JAMES FROST. Springfield, Illinois, 21 May 1976. An interview with Frost, a retired Afro‐American coal miner born in 1876, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Frost recounts his childhood memories and his fifty years as a coal miner. He also describes working on the railroads and then as a coal miner in Alabama before moving to Illinois as a result of being black listed in his home state for joining a union in 1921. Three cassettes. (R223‐225)
213. WILLIAM A. SLOAN. Fairview, Monongalia County, WV, 1 July 1976. An interview with Sloan, a retired coal miner born in 1901, conducted by Keith Dix concerning coal industry working conditions, safety and unions. One reel (5")3 3 3/4 ips. (R226)
214. ANNA FERGUSON. Mount Olive, Illinois, 31 July 1976. An interview with Ferguson, daughter, sister and wife of coal miners, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning her childhood and life in the Illinois coalfields. She describes her life during the depression both as a social worker and as a housewife. She discusses the beginnings of the Progressive Mine Workers, the Mulkeytown March, the Women's Auxillary Drill Team, and the violence involved in the division between the Progressive and the United Mine Workers unions. One cassette. (R227)
215. CHARLES ELEKES. Farmington, Marion County, WV, 30 August 1976 and 9 September 1976. An interview with Elekes, a retired coal miner, conducted by Keith Dix and Ed Harley, concerning life in the coalfields for an immigrant. Also a description of working conditions before and after unionization. Three reels (5") 3 3/4 ips, transcription available. (R228‐230)
216. CAVALCADE OF AMERICA. 13 October 1976. A recording of a radio program concerning the activities of John Brown. The program begins with an introduction by Frank Monahan of Yale University. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R231)
217. SMOKE HOLE CAVERNS. Pendleton County, WV, 20 October 1976. A recording of sounds from the cavern recorded by Carl Fleischhauer. One reel (5") 7 1/2 ips. (R232)
218. WILLIAM MAJOR VEASLY. Charleston, Kanawha County, WV, 27 October 1976. An interview with Veasley, a retired Afro‐American coal miner, conducted by Keith Dix and (?) Carter concerning racial relations, and discrimination within the coal industry and unions. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R233‐234)
219. NORMA BOWYER. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, October 1976. An interview with Mrs. Bowyer conducted by Mary Lucille DeBerry concerning a group of German immigrants that settled in the St. Clara area of Doddridge County. The group was brought to West Virginia in 1850 ‐ 1852 by Joeseph H. DeBerry. One cassette. (R235)
220. CHESS AND ELLEN HATFIELD. Hampden, Mingo County, WV, 23 November 1976. An interview with Mr. Hatfield, a retired coal miner, and his wife conducted by Jeff Hatfield concerning the Hatfield family, their early lives and work in the Glen Alum coal mines. One cassette. (R236)
221. E. E. BOYD. Salem, Harrison County, WV, 4 December 1976. An interview with Boyd, a retired accountant conducted by Jeff Hatfield concerning Boyd's life as chief accountant and purshasing agent for the Glen Alum Coal Company. Boyd describes the operation of the company store and discusses the use of scrip. One cassette. (R237)
222. MARIA RANCILIO. Herrin, Illinois, 10 December 1976. An interview with Mrs. Rancilio, wife of a retired coal miner, born in 1899, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning her early life in Marcollo, Italy. Her emigration to the United States and her experiences as a housewife in a coal mining town. One cassette, partially unintelligible. (R238)
223. MARIO RANCILIO. Herrin, Illinois, 10 December 1976. An interview with Rancilio, a retired coal miner born in Italy in 1898, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning Rancilio's early life during the depression years. He briefly contrasts the nature of mine work before and after automation. One cassette. (R239)
224. ROLAND WILSON. Marion, Illinois, 11 December 1976. An interview with Wilson, a retired coal miner and mine manager, born in 1891, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning his career as a miner, his rise to Vice‐Presidency of Operations at different coal companies and his education. He discusses John L. Lewis and his brother, Howard Lewis and describes many of the jobs both above and below ground. He also discusses mechanization and describes some of the machinery. Three cassettes. (R240‐242)
225. JOESPH J. SHANNON. Harrison, Illinois, 12 December 1976. An interview with Shannon, a retired miner and union official, conducted by Barbara Herndon, concerning his childhood in Saint Louis, his early days in the coal mines, working conditions, and the contract dispute that led to the Mulkeytown March. The controversies between the Progressive Mine Workers and the United Coal Mine Workers and Shannon's meeting with John L. Lewis are also discussed. Five reels, 2 (5") and 3 (7"), notes available. Progressive Mine Workers of America. (R243‐247)
226. EVERETT ANDERSON. Herron, Illinois, December 1976. An interview with Anderson, a retired coal miner born in 1901, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Anderson recounts his childhood and early life in southern Illinois, gives an eyewitness account of the killings during the Herron Massacre and discusses coal mining in the 1920s and 1930s as well as his activities with the Progressive Coal Mine Workers Union. Two cassette, transcription available. (R248‐249)
227. MRS. SADIE BAISDEN. Ethel, Logan County, WV, 2 January 1977. An interview with Mrs. Baisden, a coal miner's wife, born in 1902, conducted by Tammy Felter concerning her early life, her marriage to a coal miner and her life in a coal camp. One cassette. (R250)
228. ALBERT GROVES. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 22 February 1977. An interview with Groves, born in 1887, a retired railroad worker, conducted by George Parkinson concerning his life as an engineer in the 1920s and 1930s, life during World War I, and recollections of his childhood on a farm in Nicholas County. Three reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R251‐253)
229. TOM SWEENEY. Taylorville, Illinois, 13 July 1977. An interview with Sweeney, an attorney and ex‐miner born in 1900 conducted by Nick Cherniavsky, concerning his years as a miner while going to school, his election as a state's attorney and his opposition to the Progressive Mine Workers of American. He compares mine safety then and now, discusses his feelings about John L. Lewis and the effects on coal of of the energy crisis and environmental regulations. Two cassettes. (R254‐255)
230. SHELVIN MCKINNEY. Lochgelly, Fayette County, WV, 18 July 1977. An interview with McKinney, a retired coal miner, conducted by Peter Laska concerning union officials of the United Mine Workers of America ‐ Lochgelly Local. McKinney also describes the buildings and coal mining operations at Lochgelly while it was an operating mine. Partial cassette. (R256)
231. CAROBERT NEWELL, ALEXANDER GUY, PAUL MYERS. Moundsville, Marshall County, WV, 20 July 1977. An interview with three ex‐presidents of the American Flint Glass Workers Union Local 101507 ‐ Moundsville, WV, conducted by Keith Dix. The three discuss the history of the Local, its formation and relationship with the Fostoria Glass Company, recall various union officials and also offer technical details about the the glassmaking process. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R257‐258)
232. ROBERT FARRON. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 2 August 1977. An interview with Farron, a retired coal miner and union official from 1940‐1973, conducted by Peter and Maureen Laska concerning union activities and coal mining in the New River Gorge. Farron lists all mines on both sides of the river. Three cassettes. (R259‐260, and 264)
233. PAULINE MILLER. Terry, Fayette County, WV, 4 August 1977. An interview with Mrs. Miller, a retired retired postmistress, age 67, conducted by Maureen Laska concerning her roles as a daughter, wife and mother in the coal mining camp of Terry from 1922 to the present. One cassette. (R261)
234. ROBERT WARREN AND HOLLEY ALVIN. Ansted, Fayette County, WV, 19 August 1977. An interview with Warren, a retired coal miner and president from 1960 ‐ 1972 of the Ansted Local 693 of the United Mine Workers of America, conducted by Peter Laska. Warren discusses a variety of union activities as well as his work in the coal mines. Partial cassette. (R262)
235. NELSON CAVENDISH. Ansted, Fayette County, WV, 23 August 1977. An interview with Cavendish who worked as a coal miner from 1934 to 1971 and served as Treasurer of the Ansted Local 693 of the United Mine Workers in 1955. The interview was conducted by Peter Laska. Partial cassette. (R262)
236. JAMES HICKS. Layland, Fayette County, WV, 7 September 1977. An interview with Hicks, a retired coal miner who was born in 1921, conducted by Peter Laska concerning Hicks' life in the Fayette County mines. One cassette. (R263)
237. PHILIP THOMPSON. Layland, Fayette County, WV, 8 September 1977. An interview with Thompson, a retired Afro‐American coal miner, conducted by Peter Laska concerning the history of Layland Local 5821 of the United Mine Workers of America. Thompson also describes his migration from North Carolina and discusses his experiences as a miner. Partial cassette. (R264)
238. LON AND THELMA SHUCK. Maplewood, Fayette County, WV, 20 October 1977. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Shuck, he a 79 year old retired coal miner, conducted by Peter Laska, concerning their lives spent in and around the coal mines of Fayette County. One cassette. (R265)
239. HERBERT GARTEN. Pineview, Raleigh County, WV, 3 November 1977. An interview with Garten, a retired coal miner, conducted by Peter Laska, concerning Garten's work and experiences as a coal miner at Terry, Layland, Dunedin and other Raleigh County coal mines. One cassette. (R266)
240. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 4 November 1977. A presentation by Lois McLean about Mary H. "Mother" Jones and her life as a labor agitator, her Irish background, and her role in organization efforts along the Kanawha and New Rivers in West Virginia. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R267)
241. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 4 November 1977. A presentation to the conference by Keith Dix concerning the jobs performed by coal miners before mechanization and the changes that occurred in those jobs as a result of mechanization. In addition, Dix discusses mine management and safety in pre‐mechanization times. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R268)
242. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 4 November 1977. Opening remarks to the conference and an interview with Sidney Boy, a retired coal miner and union organizer, conducted by Ken Sullivan concerning his immigration from Wales and his recollections of his coal mining experiences from 1921 to 1944 including some comparisons of mining in Wales and America. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R267)
243. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 5 November 1977. a presentation to the conference using oral history interviews of workers who organized and became memners of the Progressive Mine Workers Union. The interviews were conducted by Nick Cherniavsky and Barbara Herndon of Historical Researchers, Inc. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R269)
244. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 5 November 1977. A presentation to the conference by Rick Simon, a historian, concerning the importance of the coal industry to economic
development in West Virginia. The discussion analyzes the coal industry, focusing on the organization of its capital and labor. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R270)
245. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 5 November 1977. A presentation to the conference by Dave Corbin, an educator, concerning union activity from 1890‐1912 and its cultural, religious and political connotations. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R270)
246. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 5 November 1977. A presentation by an unidentified historian concerning interracial relations in the coal mines, in social situations, community development and union activity from 1880 to 1902. Partial reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R268)
247. RAYMOND EWING. Laurel Creek, Fayette County, WV, 17 November 1977. An interview with Ewing, a retired coal miner born in 1892, conducted by Peter Laska concerning his work in the Fayette County coalfields. One cassette, quality poor. (R271)
248. JOHN SHEPHERD. Sprague, Raleigh County, WV, November 1977. An interview with Shepherd, a coal miner born in 1920, conducted by Peter Laska concerning his work in the Raleigh and Fayette County coalfields. One cassette. (R272)
249. JESS BALLARD. Elksville, Illinois, 10 December 1977. An interview with Ballard, a retired coal miner born in 1910, conducted by Barbara Herndon concerning his childhood and early life in southern Illinois. Topics ininclude family history, work in the mines, company stores and the effect of the depression on coal mining. He, also discusses mining accidents, safety and conflict between the Progressive Mine Workers and the United Mine Workers. Three cassettes, transcription available. (R273‐275)
250. EUGENE RICE. Coulterville, Illinois, 10 December 1977. An interview with Rice, a retired coal miner born in 1908, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Rice recalls his childhood and early life in southern Illinois and his entry into the coal mines. He discusses the Progressive Miners Union, working and safety conditions in the coal mines, homelife in a company town and the "Buddy system. Two cassettes. (R276‐277)
251. RUSSELL DAWE. Voliere, Illinois, 11 December 1977. An interview with Dawe, a retired coal miner and former director of the Illinois Department of Mines and Minerals, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Dawe recalls his early life in southern Illinois, compares techniques, production standards, and safety in the early days with the present time. He defends the coal companies against overzealous criticism and the overburdening of federal regulations. Three cassettes. (R278‐280)
252. ALFRED SEELING. Canton, Illinois, 14 December 1977. An interview with Seeling, a strip mine manager, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning his career with the Freeman Coal Company. He discusses, in depth, the effect of environmental legislation on the coal stripping industry and his company's early efforts at reclamation. One cassette. (R281)
253. PETER SPARTIN. Canton, Illinois, 19 December 1977. An interview with Spartin, Vice‐President of Engineering and Mine Development for Freeman United Coal Company, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning his career as a civil engineer, a review of his company's reclamation projects, his views on the future of coal and its relationship to other energy sources and the economic implications of the oil embargo. One cassette. (R282)
254. LOUISE BROWN. Canton, Illinois, 20 December 1977. An interview with Mrs. Brown, a coal miner's widow born in 1910, conducted by Richard Ruskin. Mrs. Brown recalls her childhood and early life in rural Fulton County, Illinois. She discusses conflict between the Progressive Mine Workers and the United Mine Workers and her husband's experiences as a muledriver. One cassette, transscription available. (R283)
255. LILA HAPONSTALL. Canton, Illinois, 21 December 1977. An interview with Mrs. Haponstall, a coal miner's widow born in 1910, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky. Mrs. Haponstall recalls her childhood and early life in rural Montana, and describes her husband's work and safety measures taken in the mines. One cassette, partially unintelligible. (R284)
256. GALE O. LIVERS Canton, Illinois, 21 December 1977. An interview with Livers, a retired coal miner born in 1901, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning his childhood in Indiana and his work as a miner in Montana and Fulton County, Illinois. He discusses strip mining and its environmental implications and contrasts mining in Montana and Illinois. Three cassettes. (R285‐286, and 286.1)
257. FRANK ENGLAND. Springfield, Illinois, 11 January 1978. An interview with England, a former coal miner and Progressive Mine Workers of America activist, born in 1916, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning England's childhood in Springfield, his years as a muledriver, and his experiences as a member of the Progressive Mine Workers of America. He discusses his later life as a steelworker and contrasts it with his coal mining days. England served as an elected union official, both as a steelworker and as a coal miner. Two cassettes. (R287‐288)
258. DOMINIC BERTOT. Coal City, Illinois, 4 February 1978. An interview with Bertot, a retired coal miner born in 1888, conducted by Nick Cherniavsky concerning Bertot's childhood in Coal City, Illinois, and subsequent life, work and experiences as a miner in the central Illinois coal fields. He describes the operation of a company store, the use of mules, and safety conditions in the mines. Two cassettes, quality poor, partially transcribed. (R289‐290)
259. JAMES HIGHNIGHT. Beardstown, Illinois, 28 June 1978. An interview with Hignight, a retired coal miner born in 1911, conducted by Barbara Herndon. Hignight details the use of shot in mines and the effects of poor shot placement. He discusses his training and work as a blacksmith during the depression and describes a mine with a horse‐drawn shaft. He also discusses tools used by a miner in "low coal" and the maintenance of proper air flow in mining. One cassette. (R291)
260. LOUIS LEHMANN AND METILDA OSCHMANN LEHMANN. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 25 July 1978. An interview with Mr. Lehmann, who was born in 1902 of German descent in Helvetia and Mrs. Lehmann, born in 1907 of Swiss descent in Helvetia, conducted by Elaine Eff, Eleanor Mailloux and an unknown interviewer. The discussion centers around the Lehmann family migration to West Virginia, winemaking, cheesemaking and German and Swiss folksongs. Two cassettes, quality fair. (R292‐293)
261. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 17 November 1978. A seminar held by the West Virginia Labor History Association at the National Mine and Safety Academy. The discussion, moderated by Lois McLean, includes a description of the federal government's efforts in the area of mine safety and a panel discussion with a group of retired miners concerning changes in safety conditions in coal mining. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R294‐ 295)
262. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 17 November 1978. A presentaion before the Association by Lois McLean concerning "Mother" Jones and her role as a strike leader in the West Virginia coal fields between 1912 and 1913. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R296)
263. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION. Beckley, Raleigh County, 18 November 1978. A presentation by historians Keith Dix and Mike Yarrow concerning the introduction of machine loading in the coal industry and its its effects upon labor. Partial reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R297‐298)
264. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION. Raleigh County, Beckley, 18 November 1978. A presentation by historian Fred Barkey, concerning the correlationship between labor, labor organization and social organizations in Appalachia such as the Redman Fraternal Order. Partial reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R299)
265. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY ASSOCIATION. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 18 November 1978. A presentation before the Association by history student Randy Lawrence concerning the impact of the coal industry on the people of Appalachia, particulary during the period from 1880 to 1917 with emphasis on McDowell County. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R300)
266. MINNIE BETLER MALCOMB. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 6 November 1979. An interview with Minnie Malcomb, who has lived in Helvetia since her birth in 1896, conducted by David Sutton concerning her father's recollections of the early settlement years in Helvetia. She, also talks about childrearing practices, language use, festivals and burial practices in Helvetia during her lifetime. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R301)
267. ANNA ZUMBACH DAETWYLER. Montrose, Randolph County, WV, 9 November 1979. An interview with Anna Daetwyler, a Helvetia native of Swiss descent born in 1901, conducted by David Sutton. The interview concerns Mrs. Daetwyler's recollections of Helvetia which are centered around the wide array of activities in which her family of musicians and craftsmen were involved. She speaks about her family's Swiss heritage and provides information for helping to understand the skills needed to survive in an isolated, self‐sufficient community. Two cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R302‐303)
268. MARY METZENER MORRIS. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 18 November 1979. An interview with Mary Morris, daughter of Emil and Margaret Burkey Metzener, Swiss immigrants, born in 1895, conducted by David Sutton concerning her childhood and adolescent years in Helvetia, recollections of her father's and grandfather's immigration to Ohio and migration to West Virginia, education and language use in Helvetia, musical and singing traditions. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R304)
269. MRS. LOUISA LOCKARD MAPLE. Braxton County, WV, 10 November 1979. An interview with Mrs. Maple, daughter of the Bulltown blacksmith, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr., concerning her early years in the Bulltown community and a description of her father's blacksmith work. Two cassettes, quality good, abstracts available. (R305‐ 306)
270. HELEN SCHNEIDER SUTTON. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 30 December 1979. An interview with Helen Sutton, a teacher in Helvetia born in 1915, conducted by David Sutton concerning her parents immigration to the United States and topics related to the community and people of Helvetia. Two cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R307‐ 308)
271. EUGENE DAETWYLER. Marlinton, Pocahontas County, WV, 18 February 1979. An interview with Daetwyler, a native Helvetian author and banker born in 1895, conducted by David Sutton, concerning the Daetwyler family and Helvetian society at the turn of the century. He is the author of a brief history of Helvetia, "The Story of Helvetia". Two cassettes, quality good, transcriptions available. (R309‐310)
272. PAUL DAETWYLER. Montrose, Randolph County, WV, 12 November 1979. An interview with Daetwyler, a Helvetia native and ex‐logger born in 1898, conducted by David Sutton concerning the logging industry in and around Helvetia circa 1912‐1930, labor, the chemical wood industry and local economics. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R311)
273. GENEVIEVE HOFER. Dailey, Randolph County, WV, 27 November 1979. An interview with Mrs. Hofer, a teacher and native Helvetian born in 1918, conducted by David Sutton concerning everyday life in Helvetia during the depression, religious life in the community and her research work on the Hofer family. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R312)
274. MYRTLE BOWERSACK KOERNER. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 17 February 1979. An interview with Mrs. Bowersack, a life‐long resident of Helvetia born in 1892, conducted by David Sutton concerning her GermanSwiss
background and the arrival of the railroad in Helvetia. The recording also contains several German hymns sung by Mrs. Koerner. Two cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R313‐314)
275. MARGARET SCHNEIDER KOERNER. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 26 September 1979. An interview with Mrs. Koerner, a German immigrant born in 1900, conducted by David Sutton concerning her decision to visit the United States, her life on a farm during the depression and her feelings during World War II. Two cassettes, quality good. (R315‐316)
276. ANNA MERKLI MCNEAL. Helvetia, Randolph County, 22, 24, 26, 29 January; 25 February; 24 April 1979. A series of interviews with Mrs. McNeal, a teacher and homemaker, born in Helvetia in 1880 of Swiss immigrant parents, Franzisk and Battasar Merkli. The interviews, conducted by David Sutton, concern everyday life in Helvetia during an early stage of the community's development. Mrs. McNeal mentions many names in covering nearly a half century of events, including her marriage to James McNeal of Kingsville, Randolph County, with whom she raised a family and operated a small farm on the outskirts of Helvetia. Six cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R317‐322)
277. MARY HUBER MARTI. Buckhannon, Upshur County, WV, 13 July, 1979. An interview with Mary Marti, born in Helvetia in 1891, conducted by David Sutton concerning her recollections of the hotel business, school teaching, churches, celebrations and rememberances of family traditions. These traditions include stories from her parents concerning immigration and migration of the Huber and Wuerzer families. Two cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R323‐324)
278. HELVETIA COMMUNITY FAIR. Helvetia, Randolph County WV, 8 September 1979. A recording of events and a narration of exhibits at the 1979 Helvetia community Fair. Interviews with Betty Biggs, Bruce Betler, Gritly Fuglister, Helen Sutton, Ella Betler and Myrtle Koerner conducted by Susan Leffler concerning aspects of the fair, both now and in the past. The discussions include cheesemaking, cuisine, singing and folk dancing. Also recorded are a number of German hymns, a Swiss song and folk dance music. One cassette, quality good. (R325)
279. ELLA KARLEN BETLER. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 26 April, 8, 25 September, 1979. Interviews with Mrs. Betler, daughter of Swiss immigrants, John and Emma Rush Karlen, conducted by David Sutton concerning the life she and her husband, Arnold Betler led on a small mountain farm. She discusses agricultural practices and cycles as well as community life in Helvetia during her childhood and early adult life. Three cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R326‐329)
280. WILBUR AND EAGON VEITH. Braxton County, WV, 29 October 1979. An interview with the Veiths, former residents of Falls Mill, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr., concerning life in Falls Mill. One cassette, quality poor, notes available. (R330)
281. MRS. MAGGIE BOSLEY. Braxton County, WV, 31 October 1979. An interview with Mrs. Bosely, a former resident of Falls Mill, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr., concerning the culture of the area and the effect of the Burnsville Dam on citizens of the area. One cassette, poor quality, notes available. (R331)
282. MR. AND MRS. GUY CURRENCE. Braxton County, WV, 7 November 1979. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Currence who were farmers in the Bulltown area before construction of the Bulltown Dam. Topics include farming, education, and religion in the Bulltown area. Two cassettes, quality good, notes available. (R332‐333)
283. MR. AND MRS. FRENCH WILLIAMS. Braxton County, WV, 14 November 1979. An interview with Mr. and Mrs. Williams, former residents of Falls Mill, conducted by John Hymes, Jr., concerning community life in Falls Mill and Mr. Williams' work as a farmer and road builder. Two cassettes, quality good, notes available. (R334‐335)
284. EDWIN RAMSEY. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 7 June 1979. An interview with Ramsey, a farmer and ex‐logger, born on July 11, 1897, conducted by David Sutton concerning Ramsey's recollections of life in logging camps and his work as a farmer and winemaker. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R336)
285. EDWARD H. SUTTON. Helvetia, Randolph County, WV, 7 January 1980. An interview with Sutton, a farmer and Helvetia native born on January 14, 1914, conducted by David Sutton. A discussion of farming techniques of Helvetia and the advent of the coal industry near Helvetia. Other community events such as woodcuttings are also discussed. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R337)
286. LACY ANDERSON. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 17 August 1980. An interview with Lacy, a retired railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning his life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R338)
287. ANNA SUTTON FISCHER. Westover, Monongalia County, WV, 11 October 1979. An interview with Mrs. Fisher, born in 1899 in Helvetia, conducted by David Sutton concerning her grandparent's settlement in Helvetia and her life running a small country store during the depression. Mrs. Fischer contrasts local folklore with beliefs of the Swiss families in Helvetia. Two cassettes, quality good, transcription available. (R339‐340)
288. HERMAN MONK. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 17 August 1980. An interview with Monk, a retired merchant, conducted by Paul J. Nyden, depicting life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R341)
289. HAROLD KINDER. Layland, Fayette County, WV, 19 August 1980. An interview with Kinder, a farmer, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R342)
290. HERBERT GARTEN. Piney View, Raleigh County, WV, 6 September 1980. An interview with Garten, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden, describing life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R343)
291. T. B. PUGH. Beaver, Nicholas County, WV, 6 September 1980. An interview with Pugh, a farmer, conducted by Paul J. Nyden, describing life and work in the New River Gorge. Once cassette, transcription available. (R344)
292. JOHN LUTHER "BUD" WHITTINGTON. White Oak, Raleigh County, WV, 20 September 1980. An interview with Whittington, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R345)
293. R. E. CAVENDISH. Oak Hill, Fayette County, WV, 23 September 1980. An interview with Cavendish, a retired teacher conducted by Paul J. Nyden, concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R346)
294. ROBERT L. "BOB" FORREN. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 24 and 25 September 1980. An interview with Forren, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R347)
295. WALLACE ROSCOE BENNETT. Oak Hill, Fayette County, WV, 1 October 1980. An interview with Bennett, a retired railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R348)
296. WILLIAM DERENGE. Quinwood, Greenbrier County, WV, 4 October 1980. An interview with Derenge, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge and a description of the mine disasters at Eccles and Layland. One cassette, transcription available. (R349)
297. GRACE AND EMMETT BRANDT. Meadow Creek, Summers County, WV, 7 October 1980. An interview with the Brandts, a retired railroad worker, and his wife, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R350)
298. HARRY SYDENSTRICKER. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 16 October 1980. An interview with Sydenstricker, a retired storekeeper, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R351)
299. E. H. PHIPPS AND MILDRED P. HENRY. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 16 October 1980. An interview with Phipps, a retired coal company payroll clerk and his daughter, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R352)
300. JAMES B. "BUCK" JONES. Edmond, Fayette County, WV, 23 October 1980. An interview with Jones, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R353)
301. ANNIE KELLY. Lansing, Fayette County, WV, 23 October 1980. An interview with Kelly, a coal miner's wife, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R354)
302. PAULINE MILLER. Stanford, Raleigh County, WV, 30 October 1980. An interview with Miller, postmistress and storekeeper, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R355)
303. CHAN FORREN. Prince, Fayette County, WV, 1 November 1980. An interview with Forren, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R356)
304. JANE GRAHAM LAWSON. Oak Hill, Fayette County, WV, 5 November 1980. An interview with Lawson, a postal worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R357)
305. ALLEN BROWN. Quinnimont, Fayette County, WV, 6 November, 1980. An interview with Brown, a retired AfroAmerican railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R358)
306. DOMETRIUS WOODSON. Beckley, Raleigh County, WV, 7 November 1980. An interview with Woodson, a retired miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R359)
307. CHARLIE RIVERS. Fayette County, WV, 8 November 1980. An interview with Rivers, a retired railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden, concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R360)
308. REVEREND STEWART H. FRAZIER. Harvey, Fayette County, WV, 12, 25 November 1980. An interview with Frazier, a retired railroad worker and clergyman, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R361)
309. RAY PARKER. Danese, Fayette County, WV, 22 November 1980 An interview with Parker, a barber, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R362)
310. MRS. DARSIE JOHNS. Oak Hill, Fayette County, WV, 25 November 1980. An interview with Mrs. Jones, wife of a railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R363)
311. MABEL GWINN. Oak Hill, Fayette County, WV, 4 December 1980. An interview with Gwinn, a nurse, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R364)
312. ADA WILSON JACKSON. Scarbro, Fayette County, WV, 13 December 1980. An interview with Jackson, a coal miner's wife conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R365)
313. LULA LALL JONES. Scarbro, Fayette County, WV, 13 December 1980. An interview with Mrs. Jones, a domestic worker and coal miner's wife, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R366)
314. CLIFFORD DAVIS. Fayetteville, Fayette County, WV, 16 December 1980. An interview with Davis, a retired coal miner, conducted by Paul J. Nyden depicting life and work in the New River Gorge, including a detailed description of the workings of a coal mine. One cassette, transcription available. (R367)
315. CHARLES HANNAH. Hinton, Summers County, WV, 20 December 1980. An interview with Hannah, a retired railroad workder, conducted by Paul J. Nyden. Hannah describes life and work in the New River Gorge, gives a description of the railroad industry before and after the introduction of the diesel engine, and explains the function of a roundhouse. One cassette, transcription available. (R368)
316. A. DEWEY KEATON. Hinton, Summers County WV, 20 December 1980. An interview with Keaton, a retired railroad worker, conducted by Paul J. Nyden concerning life and work in the New River Gorge. One cassette, transcription available. (R369)
317. MRS. JESSE FLEMING HICKMAN. Braxton County, WV, 15 January 1980. An interview with Mrs. Fleming, a retired school teacher, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr. concerning Mrs. Hickman's life as an educator and farmer's wife. Two cassettes, quality good, abstracts available. (R370‐371)
318. MRS. CARRIE VEITH KRAFT. Braxton County, WV, 12 January 1980. An interview with Mrs. Kraft, daughter of a Falls Mills mortician, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr. concerning life in Falls Mills and her experiences running a boarding house in Medina, Ohio. Two cassettes, quality good, abstracts available. (R372‐373)
319. JEANETTE SHULZ. Hundred, Wetzel County, WV, 27 March 1980. An interview with Mrs. Shulz, daughter of Scott Phillips, conducted by John A. Cuthbert. Mrs. Shulz's gives her recollections of her father's musical activity ‐‐ stringbands, radio performances, and recordings made by L.W. Chappell. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips, quality good. (R374)
320. MILDRED CUNNINGHAM MCHENRY. Braxton County, WV, 30 January 1980. An interview with Mrs. McHenry, daughter of Bulltown area farmers, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr. concerning genealogical and cultural data pertaining to farming and Bulltown in general. Two cassettes, quality good, notes available. (R375‐376)
321. JESSE JOHNSON. Braxton County WV, 30 January 1980. An interview with Johnson, an eighty‐year old Afro‐ American, Bulltown resident, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr., concerning his perception of community racial relations. One cassette, quality poor, abstracts available. (R377)
322. MR. AND MRS. SOL BROWN. Braxton County, WV, 17 January 1980. An interview with the Browns, former residents of the Bulltown area, conducted by John D. Hymes, Jr. concerning local farming from early to mid‐century. Two cassettes, quality good, abstracts available. (R378‐379)
323. MARVIN COBB. Bulltown, Braxton County, WV, 28 December 1980. Mr. Cobb, a former resident of Bulltown born in 1928, reminisces about his childhood and adolescence in the Bulltown area. Conducted by Craig Smith, the interview includes descriptions of buildings and businesses, Civil War trenches and agriculture in the area. Two cassettes, quality good. (R380‐381)
324. MARGIE FAHRNER DAETWYLER. Helvetia, Randolph, County, WV, 8 January 1980. An interview with Margie Daetwyler, the daughter of Swiss emigres, conducted by David Sutton. Daetwyler offers her insights into the community organizations of Helvetia and the roles of women played in them. She also contrasts local farming practices of the past to those of the present, describes her Swiss lineage. One cassette, quality good, transcription available. (R382)
325. WORKERS OF NORRIS INDUSTRIES INC. Spencer, Roane County, WV, May‐June 1979. A series of interviews with union leaders and members who worked for Norris Industries during the strike of November 1978 to March 1979. They describe working conditions, strike issues, community support of the strike, and its results. Twelve reels (5"), reels 1‐4 at 1 7/8 ips, reels 5‐12 at 3 3/4 ips. (R383‐394)
326. ALVENA SECKAR. 1952. A recording of a pair of interviews with Ms Seckar. The first, entitled "Other People's Business," is conducted by Alma Dowding for WQXR, New York, and focuses upon Ms. Seckar's education, impressionist style, and the influence of her Czechoslovakian family heritage. The second program, "Carnival of Books," conducted by Ruth Hershaw and Jack Lester for WMAQ, Chicago, centers upon Ms. Seckar's contribution to children's literature. She reads from her book ZUSKA OF THE BURNING HILLS, answers questions from children about the book, sings several Slavic folk songs, and talks about her life. Two reels (7") 7 1/2ips. (R395‐396)
327. KEN HUDNELL. Holly Grove, Upshur County, WV, 31 August 1975. An interview with Hudnell, conducted by Thomas Burger of WSWP‐TV, of Beckley, concerning the events surrounding the death of Sesco Estep during the coal wars of 1912‐1914. Estep was killed by the "Bull Moose" armored train in Holly Grove. Hudnell also recounts the shootings of company guards. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R397‐398)
328. DR. MARGARET BALLARD. Union, Monroe County, WV, 18 July 1974. An interview with Dr. Ballard, a physician born in 1900, conducted by George P. Parkinson. Dr. Ballard discusses her med school education at West Virginia University and the University of Maryland, her practice in rural GreenBriar Valley, her family history and her personal philosophies concerning religion, education and women's Roles in society. Two reels (5") 3 3/4ips, quality good, notes available. (R399‐400)
329. IDA MARINO. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 22 July 1974. An interview with Mrs. Marino, the daughter of an Italian immigrant coal miner, born in 1921, conducted by Keith Dix. Mrs. Marino discusses her early family life and the story of her father's emigration and employment in coal mines in Pennsyvania and Gary, WV. She also talks about living conditions in coal camps in the 1930s and 1940s, their ethnic composition, religious life, and union activity. Finally she discusses her education, career as a teacher and and her "mountain heritage". One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R401)
330. BROOKS F. MCCABE. Charleston, Kanawha County, WV, 16 December 1973. An interview with McCabe, the grandson of Charles Edward Ward who founded the Ward Engineering Company of Charleston, concerning the history and operation of his grandfather's firm. He discusses commercial and private boats built by the firm, launching ceremonies, the closing of business in 1933 during the depression, and his grandfather's feelings about government and labor. The interview is conducted by Brooks F. McCabe Jr. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips. (R402)
331. PERLE AND MATTIE BARNETTE. Birch River, Nicholas County, WV, 18 February 1974. A series of reminiscences by by the Barnettes concerning family and local history, folklore religion, moonshining and traditional music, recorded by
Thomas S. Brown. The tape includes a number of folk tales concerning daeth, ghosts and superstitions. One reel, (5") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R403)
332. HARRIETTE LOUISA (SIMPSON) ARNOW. Ann Arbor, Michigan, 1974. An interview with author Arnow conducted by Nadine Coffin concerning Arnow's philosophy on art, her ideas about women and their roles in Society, and the roles of nature, fantasy and personal experience in her novels. One reel (5") 3 3/4ips, transcription available. (R404)
333. ALVENA V. SECKAR. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV, 24 April 1974. An interview with West Virginia artist Alvena Seckar conducted by George P. Parkinson and John Clarkson. Ms Seckar discusses her philosophy of art, her education in McMenchen, WV, and at the University of Pennsylvania and New York University. She discusses her marriage of ten years, her divorce and her ideas about religion. She recounts her long career in the arts mentions artists whom she has met or been influenced by, and talks about the the influence of her heritage in her work. Two reels (7") 3 3/4ips, notes available. (R405‐406)
334. JULIA DAVIS. Princeton, Mercer County. December 3 1985. In an interview conducted by George Parkinson, Julia Davis recalls her life in Clarksburg and her career as a writer. She discusses some of her books, including The Shenandoah, Stonewall, Legacy of Love, and one about the Lewis and Clark Expedition. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R407)
335. WILL SELMAN. Cowen, Webster County. October 27 1973. In an interview conducted by Thomas S. Brown, Will Selman relates murder stories from his locality. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R408)
336. EVELYN BOGGS. Cowen, Webster County. October 27 1973. In an interview conducted by Thomas S. Brown, Evelyn Boggs relates ghost story. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R408)
337. AUSTIN SELMAN. Cowen, Webster County. October 27 1973. In an interview conducted by Thomas S. Brown, Mr. Selman relates ghost stories, murder stories, and folklore. Selman’s friend Roy Boggs tells a tale or two. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R408)
338. 1976 UMWA CONVENTION/CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION. Cincinnati, Hamilton County, OH. September 23‐ October 1 1976. These tapes accompany TV coverage by WWVU‐TV. Bill Jaker conducts interviews with Arnold Miller, Harry Patrick, Lee Roy Patterson, Mike Trbovich, Louis Antal, Ron Statler, and some delegates in addition to proceedings of the convention. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips and three reels (5") 7 1/2 ips, notes available. (R409‐R413)
339. BEN SCHULL. Marion, Williamson County, Ill. December 10, 1976. An interview conducted by Barbara Herndon with Ben Schull, Director of the Department of Mines & Minerals in Springfield Illinois. Mr. Schull extensively relates coal industry history, culture, working conditions, and labor organization in Illinois. Three reels (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R414‐R416)
340. JOHN BORESI. Illinois. August 14 1975. An interview by (unknown) with Mr. Boresi, a retired coal miner, concerning his life as an immigrant to the coalfields in Illinois and his family history. One reel (5") 1 7/8 ips. (R417)
341. JOE OZANIC. Mt Olive, MaCoupin County, Illinois. March 21, circa late 1970's. An interview with Joe Ozanic, labor organizer and former president, of Progressive Mine Workers International Union, conducted by Barbara Herndon, for Historical Researchers Inc. Taking place in his labor history museum, Mr. Ozanic relates labor union history and family history. Five reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R418‐R422)
342. JIM COMSTOCK. Richwood, Nicholas County, WV. No date. An interview with Jim Comstock, editor of The West Virginia Hillbilly, conducted by Carl Fleischhauer, reviewing the history of The Hillbilly and some problems keeping it going. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R423)
343. JOHN FANCHER. (Location unknown), 1975. An interview with John Fancher, former vice president of the PMWA in Illinois, conducted bu Barbara Herndon. Mr. Fancher relates personal history and history of the PMWA. Five reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R424‐R428)
344. DR. EARL CORE. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV 1983. In an interview conducted by Dr. George Parkinson, Dr. Earl Core relates his school history from one room schools through university, emphasizing differences in the 1930's. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R429‐R430)
345. GEORGE W. CHAPMAN. Probably Webster County, WV. July 1952. An interview conducted by BB Chapman; George W. Chapman recalls school days beginning in 1878 and his experiences as a teacher, as deputy Sheriff, and as Justice of The Peace in Webster County from 1920‐1940. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R431‐R432)
346. DR. NORBITT KELLY, WV WELFARE CONFERENCE, 1955. Location unspecified. April 21 and 22 1955. At the West Virginia Welfare conference, Dr. Kelly states that alcoholism is a family illness; that West Virginia needs to adopt treatment programs. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R433)
347. DR. KIRKPATRICK, WV WELFARE CONFERENCE, 1955. Location unspecified. April 21 and 22 1955. At the 1955 West Virginia Welfare Conference, Dr Kirkpatrick talks about industrial management problems and social welfare goals. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R434)
348. MR. SHOTTLAND, WV WELFARE CONFERENCE, 1955. Location unspecified. April 21 and 22 1955. At the West Virginia Welfare Conference, Social Security Commissioner Mr. Shottland, talks about welfare programs and social work. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R435)
349. LILLIAN MAJALLY. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV. August 14 1986 and October 17 1986. An interview with Lillian Majally, conducted by Barbara Howe and George Parkinson; concerning her life and work with local, state, and national service organizations. Three reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R436‐R438)
350. HOMINY FALLS MINE DISASTER. Probably Nicholas County, Hominy Falls and/or Richwood. May 1968. Survivors of the mine disaster relate their experiences with the flooding and electric wires, the week of captivity, and their faith in survival. Sound fair to poor. Reel 442 is only Richwood history. Five reels (7") 7 1/2 ips. (R439‐R443)
351. ROCKWELL WOMEN USWA. Morgantown, Monongalia County, WV. May 13 1974. In this interview conducted by Keith Dix, four employees of Rockwell International (Beatrice Watkins, Eleanor Baine, Bonnie Prett, Joyce Dalton) discuss their stewards. One reel 3 3/4 ips. (R444)
352. UNITED STEEL WORKERS OF AMERICA. Morgantown, Monongalia County. May 30 1974. An interview with two steelworkers of Rockwell International, conducted by Keith Dix, discussing stewards and working conditions. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R445)
353. AL SPIKER. Morgantown, Monongalia County May 22 1074. An interview with Al Spiker, section boss of Humphrey #7Coal mine and former chairperson of Safety Committee, conducted buy Keith Dix. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R446)
354. E.D. RYAN. Morgantown, Monongalia County June 5 1974. An interview with E.D. Ryan, a coal miner, conducted by Keith Dix. Concerns coal mining at Federal #2 and Arkwright Coal Mines. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips, notes available. (R447)
355. ELMER "BUCK" YOCUM. Monongalia County. June 17 1974. An interview with Elmer Yocum, former Chairman of Safety Committee at Humphrey #7 Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Yocum discusses coal ming history and union contracts. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R448)
356. GEORGE THOMAS. Monongalia County. June 18 1974. An interview with George Thomas, former chairman of the mine committee of Federal #2 Coal Mines, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Thomas discusses wildcat strikes Management, age, and attitude differences in the mine. Two reels (7") 3 3/4 ips. (Note: R450 begins at 7 1/2 then changes to 3 3/4) (R449‐R450)
357. JOHN RADDISH. Monongalia County. June 24 1974. An interview with John Raddish, a young coal miner at Humphrey #7 Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Raddish discusses wildcat strikes, age, and attitude differences, and absenteeism. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (Note: tape begins at 7 1/2 then changes speed) (R450)
358. JIM THOMAS. Place of interview unknown. July 15 1974. An interview with Jim Thomas, boss for Eastern Coal Associates at Federal #2 Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Thomas discusses management, wildcat strikes. One reel both sides (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R451)
359. WILL "BUTCH" WOLFORD. Morgantown, Monongalia. September 19 1974. An interview with Butch Wolford, coal miner at Humphrey #7 Coal Mines, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Wolford describes a safety violation incident and grievance procedure. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R452)
360. BOB CRIGLER. Mount Morris, Greene County, Pennsylvania. October 8 1974. An interview with Bob Crigler, a young coal miner at Blackville #1 coal mine, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Crigler discusses the mines, wildcat strikes, a fire accident. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R453‐R454)
361. ELLIOT CRIGLER. Mount Morris, Greene County, Pennsylvania. October 7 1974. An interview with Elliot Crigler, a retired miner, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Crigler discusses mining at Pursglove and Arkwright mines, mining in the 1930's. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R454)
362. MARGARET DEAN, JOANN FONTAINE, NOEMA JEAN LOUK. Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia. October 24 1974. An interview conducted by Keith Dix of three glassworkers discussing shop stewards and grievances. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R455)
363. PUBLIC RADIO STRIKE. Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia. August‐September 1975. National Pubic Radio program on wildcat strikes with input from UMA president Arnold Miller, Bituminous coal operators assoc. President Joseph Brennen, President of Union local Fred Tucker, and WVU's Institute for Labor Studies Keith Dix. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R456)
364. JOHN BIGLER. Fairmont, Marion County, West Virginia. January 29 1975. An interview with John Bigler, coal miner at Loveridge Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Bigler describes how he started a strike. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R457)
365. PAUL LEMASTERS. Jackson’s Mill, Lewis County, West Virginia. December 11 1975. An interview with Paul Lemasters president of Union Local #27, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Lemasters relates his involvement with the committee to defend the right to strike. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R458)
366. ED CORRAL, GARY ASHER. Jackson’s Mill, Lewis County, West Virginia. December 11 1975. An interview with Ed Corral and Gary Asher, Mine Committee at Federal #1, discussing problems between Federal #1 and Federal #2 conducted by Keith Dix. Poor sound due to background noise. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R459)
367. CHARLES SPONSLER. Location not specified, January 4 1976. An interview with Charles Sponsler, Assistant Mine Foreman at Martinka #1 Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix. (Note: this tape speeds up at one point and becomes unintelligible) One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips (R460)
368. FEDERAL #2 STRIKE S1: STATLER CROW S2: PARKER. Location Unknown, February 18‐20 1976. An interview with Statler & Crow discussing the strike form the district’s point of view, at Federal #2 Coal Mine Wildcat Strike, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R461)
369. FEDERAL #2 STRIKE CHARLES PARKER. Location unknown, February 18‐20 1976. An interview with Charlie Parker, chairman of the mine committee at Federal #2 Coal Mine Wildcat Strike, conducted by Keith Dix. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R462)
370. FEDERAL #2 STRIKE JIM CARUSO. Location unknown, February 18‐20 1976. Jim Caruso, superintendent of Federal #2, discusses wildcat strike. Interview conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R463)
371. FEDERAL #2 STRIKE WAYNE AYERS. Location Unknown, February 18‐20 1976. Keith Dix interviews Wayne Ayers plaintiff of the grievance of the wildcat strike. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R464)
372. LOVERIDGE STRIKE 1975. Location Unknown, December 11 1976. An interview with several miners from Loveridge and Martinka Mines discussion the 1975 Strike, absenteeism, other issues. June Floyd talks about District 31. Conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R465)
373. FEDERAL #2 STRIKE JIM SIMCOX. Rushton. March 8 1976. An interview with Jim Simcox, miner conducted by Keith Dix. Discussion includes wildcat strikes and absenteeism. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R466)
374. Deaccessioned.
375. V. GRANT JORDAN LOADING MACHINE OPERATOR. Clarksburg, Harrison County. April 26 1978. An interview with
V. Grant Jordan; retired loading machine operator, boss, and record making machine loader; conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Jordan extensively details history of mining mechanization and machinery. One reel 3 3/4 ips. (R468)
376. WEST VIRGINIA LABOR HISTORY [ASSOCIATION], WORKSHOP ON COAL MINE SAFETY. Berkeley, Raleigh County, West Virginia. November 1978. A panel discussion moderated by Lois McLean on changes in mine safety. Panel members are retired miners James Dillard, E.E. Carter, Wiley Erwin, Carl Bunch, Nathan Payne, Richard Carter, Bob Forren. Keith Dix is also present. (See also C261‐C265). Two reels, notes available. (R469‐ R470)
377. JEFFREY MANUFACTURING COMPANY. Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio. April 6 1979. Keith Dix Reads experts form Mechanical Mining of Coal ‐ Early History and Development of Mining Machinery as Manufactured by the Jeffery Manufacturing Company by Burt G,. Norris. Bid sites devolvement of various types mining machines and persons involved in those developments. Two reels. (R471‐R472)
378. HERMAN VAN HOUTEN (JOY MANUFACTURING). Franklin, Venango County, Pennsylvania. July 27 1979. An interview with Mr. Van Houten of Joy Manufacturing Company, conducted by Keith Dix; concerning the development of The Joy Loader and personal history of Joseph Joy. One reel. (R473)
379. MIKE MURPHY. Barrackville, Marion County, West Virginia. October 12 1979. An interview with Mike Murphy, retired coal mechanic foreman, conducted by Keith Dix. Mr. Murphy talks about attitudes of miners toward mechanization, different types of loading machines, mine terms. One reel. (R474)
380. USWA LOCAL #12757 FMC. Nitro, Kanawha County, West Virginia. November 1979. A class conducted by Keith Dix on collective bargaining. Members of USWA Local #12757 of the FMC plant in Nitro discuss their contract language and negotiations. Three reels. (R475‐R477)
381. COAL HISTORY WORKSHOP. Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia. November 1979. Workshop presentation on coal, emphasizing history of the industry and unionization in WV, Mother Jones political activities, Joseph F. Joys contribution to mechanization. Three reels. (R478‐R480)
382. POSTAL WORKERS. Montgomery County, Alabama. May 20 1981. Interviews with Jim Murphy, Jim Burke, and other postal workers (T. Harper, Phillis Farley), including class comments, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning the problems associated with the letter sorting machine, reorganization, mechanization, and management in the US Postal Service. Five reels, poor quality (Note: Reel 484 begins halfway through). (R481‐R485)
383. WILLIS FARLEY. Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia. September 15 1981. An interview with Willies Farle, former Assistant Foreman at Winding Gulf #1 Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning adoption of the shaker conveyor and Goodman Shortwall Mining Machines. One reel. (Note: half of the tape is another collection) (R485)
384. ED SHAW. Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia. March 15 1982. An interview with Ed Shaw, retired coal mine superintendent conducted by Keith Dix, concerning mechanization of coal mining and different kinds of machinery. One reel. (R486)
385. THOMAS HOWARD. Beckley, Raleigh County, West Virginia. March 16 1982. An interview with Thomas Howard, mining engineer for Beaver Coal company, conducted by Keith Dix. The interview focuses on mining, machinery, manufacturing, industry competition between Joy, Jeffery, Goodman, Long and others. One reel. (R487)
386. MELVIN SILLMAN. Location unknown. April 19 1982. An interview with Melvin Sillman, retired motorman in the coal mines, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel. (R488)
387. DAVID JOHN HARLEY. Idamay, Marion County, West Virginia. April 22 1982. An interview with David John Harley, a retired school principle at Kelleytown and son of a coal boss, conducted by Keith Dix and Ed Harley. Mr. Harley recalls the coal mine communities and miner’s children. His wife comments. One reel. (R489)
388. FOSTORIA LOCAL #10. Moundsville, Marshall County, West Virginia. July 21 1977. An interview with retired glassworkers Ralph Summerman, Lynn Hinegardner, Paul Myers, and Peter Gotliver, conducted by Keith Dix. Discussion includes glassworking history from early 1900's to present, job descriptions, terminology. Two reels (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R490‐R491)
389. WILLIAM HAWKINS JR. St. Albans, Kanawha County, West Virginia. July 13 1977. An interview with William Hawklins, a retired brakeman, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning coal mining in the 20's and 30's. Speed fast, but understandable. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R492)
390. KEYSER ALUMINUM PLANT. Ravenswood, Jackson County, West Virginia. November 8 1974. An interview with steelworkers of USWA Local 5668, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R493)
391. BOB LEMLEY. Mount Morris, Greene County, Pennsylvania. October 1 1974. An interview with Bob Lemley, mines helper at Humphrey #7 coal mine, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (7”) 3 3/4 ips. (R494)
392. OCAW ANMORE. Harrison County, West Virginia. An interview with three men discussing shop stewards, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R495)
393. GLASSWORKERS. Moundsville, Marshall County, West Virginia. An interview with three glassworkers: Guy Alexander, Paul Myers, and Bob Newell, conducted by Keith Dix. One reel (7") 3 3/4 ips. (R496)
394. NICK MEZZANOTTE. Location unknow. December 13 1978. An interview with Nick Mezzanotte, retired assistant general mine foreman for Jamison Coal Company, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning his personal history, emigration form Italy, mine experiences. Two reels. (R497‐498)
395. INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MACHINISTS, LOCAL 598. South Charleston, Kanawha County West Virginia. November 13 ?. In this interview conducted by Keith Dix, two union carbide workers, Joe Pittman and John Bishop, discuss shop stewards and grievance procedures. One Reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R499)
396. BILL RICHARDSON. Madera, Pennsylvania. August 3 1976. An interview with Bill Richardson, Miner at Rushton Coal Mine, conducted by Keith Dix, concerning the quality of work program involving continuing training and job rotation, and how the program has helped safety, absenteeism and wildcat strike. One reel (5") 3 3/4 ips. (R500)
397. A UNION IN REVOLT: THE STORY OF A RANK‐AND‐FILE MOVEMENT (1982 A.D.). A history of the UMA activities through the 1970's by Robert L. Hunt of West Virginia Wesleyan College. Narrated by Time Meyers. This collection places special emphasis on the black lung movement, UMWA presidential campaign of 1969 and the reform and growth in the 1970's. Four reels, notes & transcripts available. (R501)
398. REV. FRANK TRUBEE. Rev. Trubee discussed primarily the Scott’s Run Reciprocal Economy, how it got started, what it did, who helped them out. This subject is related to others of the time that come up such as United Mine Workers but are not covered in detail. (R502)
399. FRANCES SELLERS. Sellers discusses the life of her aunt, Blanche Lazzell who was an artist. She discusses Lazzell's early life, he influences and artwork as well as life in Provincetown, Massachusetts where Lazzell had a studio. Notes available. (R503)
400. SMITH HAMMONS. Hammons talks about his family especially, his father Ed Hammons who was a fiddle player. He discuses his father's first fiddle made out of a gourd and how his father got a real fiddle. He also briefly details stories about his father and other members of his family. Notes available. (R504)
401. JAMES V. MORRIS. Morgantown, West Virginia. July 23 1981. An interview with James V. Morris, conducted by Dave Sutton and Robert Wilhelm concerning Jackson's Mill, 4H Camp, what it was like in 1925. The changes to the camp as he remembers them being made. The dining halls, the cottages, the mills, the lake, the springs‐‐ the things he remembers about them. Notes available. (R505)
402. GLADYS MILLER. Miller talks about superstitions, home remedies, her family, including Aunt Fannie who burned down a saloon in Webster Springs, teaching and one room schools. (R506)
403. PROF. FRANK FREIDEL. Harvard University, Cambridge MA. Prof. Freidel lectures on Jacksonian Democracy by telephone hookup to students at WVU. He mentions two West Virginia wildcat banks: Owl Creek Bank and the Saddlebag Bank of Parkersburg, Wood County. Reel 507 is lecture, Reel 508 is Q&A. Two reels (7") 7 1/2 ips, quality is very good to poor. (R507‐R508)
404. OLLA BELLE REED (MRS.). Rising Sun, Maryland. April 1984. An interview conducted at her home conducted by John Hensley, University of Delaware, Wilmington, Delaware. Discusses personal and family information, daily life, seasonal activities, recreation, mountain dancing, education, politics, family values, her musical career, the musical career, the music industry and famous entertainers she has known. Two cassette tapes 1 7/8 ips, quality good. Notes available. (R509‐510)
405. CHEROKEE SHAFT TV SHOW. Recorded by Paul Nyden on May 22 1971. Discusses union and mining conditions, rebel movement in coal mine strikes, and misuse of union welfare and retirement funds. Monseigneur Charles Owen Rice delivers an address at Coal Miner's Day, Cokeburg Pennsylvania. One cassette. (R511)
406. JULIA DAVIS. Princeton, New Jersey. December 3 1985. Discusses literature, her literary career and that of other well know writers of the 19th and 20th century. Discusses changes in West Virginia and coal mining conditions in 1900. Discusses West Virginia history and her father's part in the Civil War. One cassette and dup. 1 7/8 ips, quality good. (R512‐R513)
407. DIANE REINHARD. Morgantown West Virginia. February 3 1986. Dr. Reinhard delivers an address at the Center for Women's Studies Fireside Chat Series. Discuses her personal academic history and women in higher education in various roles (especially administration) and general society. A short question and answer session follows. One cassette 1 7/8 ips, quality good to fair. Notes available. (R514)
408. MAGGIE ANDERSON. Morgantown West Virginia. November 7‐10 1984. Maggie Anderson, poet and teacher delivers and addresses "Women and Creativity: Masks, Myths, and Marmalade." She discusses regional women writers of WV, especially Louise McNeill, and the differences and similarities between Anderson and McNeill, two writers of different generations. Anderson also reads selections of her and McNeill's poetry. One cassette, quality good. (R515)
409. PATRICK W. GAINER. Tanner, Gilmer County, West Virginia. December 8 1980. An interview conducted by John Cuthbert, focusing on early folklore field work, and scholarship in West Virginia, including his colleagues and their methods of collecting. One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good but goes blank in spots. Transcript available. (R516)
410. M. BROOKS. West Virginia University. November 11 1987. Professor Brooks discusses his early life and career, the agricultural movement in West Virginia, and the history of the WVU Agriculture and Forestry Experiment Station form 1903. One cassette 1 7/8 ips, quality good to poor. (R517)
411. ALICE WILFONG. Ravenna, Ohio. November 30 1982. An interview by John Cuthbert. Alice Wilfong, daughter of Edwin Hammons, discusses her family, family ancestry, and music ‐making , especially that of Edwin Hammons. One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good to poor, quality on side two generally poor. Notes Available. (R518)
412. CLARENCE A. GRAY. Clarksburg Veterans Administration Hospital. August 28 1985. An interview conducted by Francis Gilmore. Gray discusses his WWII experiences in the Philippines, the Bataan Death March, and his 3 1/2 years as a prisoner of war on Japan. One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good to poor. Notes and Photographs available. (R519)
413. J. ROLLAND. Location not given. April 20 1983. Rolland discusses his family history , old time methods of flat glass making and the flat glass making industry. One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good to poor, some spots unintelligible. Notes available. (R520)
414 A. SAINT STEPHENS CHURCH, G. WALTERS SHRIVER. West Virginia. January 24 1982 by Thomas S. Brown. Youth soloist Penny Coleman sings a possibly original hymn by Charity Snow. One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good to fair. (R521)
414 B. WVPR. September 28 1986. Gwen Walters discusses the Eco Theater acting and performing on stage. The second tape includes an interview about Dr. Patrick Gainer with John Cuthbert. Also Dr. Gainer sings Soldier Will You Marry Me? and discusses instruments on this tape. Two cassettes (side one of the first tape is blank, side 2 blank almost fourteen minutes at the beginning, side two of second tape is blank) 1 7/8 ips, quality generally good but much reverberation. (R522)
415. H.C. KNOTTS. West Virginia University. November 11 1986. Knotts discusses his twenty two years career in the mines, the coal mining industry, mining conditions, types of machinery used, coal mining techniques and tools used by hand. Part of the TE280 class "Out of the Fiery Furnace". One cassette (both sides) 1 7/8 ips, quality good. (R523)
416. T.J. RIDENOUR. West Virginia University. November 20 1986. Ridenour discusses Long Wall mining and a describes equipment and machinery used at Knitt Mines . One cassette 1 7/8 ips, quality good. Part of the TE280 class "Out of the Fiery Furnace." Transcript available. (R524)
417. SUZANNE SLAUGHTER. Keystone, McDowell County, West Virginia. August 4 1987. An interview by Matthew Sorel. Suzanne Slaughter discusses, from an African American perspective, the early days of Keystone West Virginia. One cassette 1 7/8 ips, quality good. Notes and transcript available. (R525‐R528)