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Joseph Fearrington and Clementine Self - On home, community, World War II, and Civil Rights
The interview was conducted on the porch of Joe’s home, a wonderful venue for an interview about home and community, although maybe not ideal for sound quality. There was significant wind at times and the sound of the cars passing by on the street. The interview begins with Joe’s stories of how he…
Joseph Fearrington and Clementine Self - On home, community, World War II, and Civil Rights
Vernelle Brooks Jones and Charles David Brooks - On their family history and business
"They had a very high reputation in the community. They did excellent work. One thing that my father always said, that when they finished their job, they didn’t have to go back…They did quality work, quality construction."
-Vernelle Brooks Jones
"I loved just doing things with my hands and then…
Vernelle Brooks Jones and Charles David Brooks - On their family history and business
Willistine McClain - On her childhood, parents, food, and farming
Willistine McClain begins the interview by sharing her childhood background of living in Darlington, SC with 12 siblings. She also includes her battle with cancer and having to attend UNC Hospitals for treatment. Willistine describes her parents’ relationship; her father was in his 20s and her…
Willistine McClain - On her childhood, parents, food, and farming
