Interview with Lelia Watson, June 9, 1973

Lelia Watson was born in Taylorsville, North Carolina on February 10, 1883.

Ms. Watson talks about growing up on a farm. She also discusses the Great Depression and the lifestyle changes it brought. She then recollects memories from her childhood such as what is was like going to school and the new inventions from her youth like cars and airplanes. She also recalls her grandfather telling stories of the Civil War.

Farm life--North Carolina--Taylorsville--20th century

Taylorsville (N.C.)--Social life and customs--20th century

Mountain life--North Carolina--Taylorsville--History--20th century--Anecdotes

Depression--1929--North Carolina--Taylorsville

McNeely, Mike

Watson, Lelia

6/9/1973

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