Oral history interview, 1977 Jan. 21 [sound recording].

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Oral history interview, 1977 Jan. 21 [sound recording].

Sound recording of interview concerning railroads in Tucson, 1913-1925, as well as lifestyles, hospitals, entertainments, churches, and schools.

Abstract (2 p.)

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