Oral history interview with Ledell Randle, 2006 October 07.

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Oral history interview with Ledell Randle, 2006 October 07.

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Interview with Ledell Goodson Randle, a longtime African-American resident of Eastland, Texas, concerning her memories of childhood in Hawkins, Texas, as member of a sharecropping family; education in all-black schools; 1941 decision to move to Dallas following high school graduation; work there as a domestic and factory worker; 1951 marriage to Roston King and move to Eastland; initial perceptions of race relations in Eastland; church life and involvement in Eastern Stars organization; children's experiences in Eastland schools.

38 leaves ; 29 cm.

University of North Texas Library, UNT

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University of North Texas Library, UNT

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University of North Texas. Oral History Collection.

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Rose, Deanna, 1971-

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Eastland County African-American Women Oral History Project.

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Randle, Ledell Goodson, 1922-

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Order of the Eastern Star

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The Order of the Eastern Star is an organization for women that is affiliated with the Freemasons. From the description of Order of the Eastern Star collection, 1940-1956. (Santa Fe Public Library). WorldCat record id: 38509524 The Order of the Eastern Star is a fraternal organization open to both men and women. Although its teachings are based on those in the Bible, individuals of all beliefs are welcome to join. From the guide to the Order of the Eastern Star r...