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Social History of Spencer, Indiana, 1974-1975

Interviewee
Bowler, Ollie March 17, 1975 

Call Number
75-041

Physical Description

28 pages; 1 tape, 3 3/4 ips, 65 minutes; no index

Interviewer
Hatfield, David; Noland, Craig

Access Status

Open

Scope and Content Note

Ollie Bowler, born 1901, moved to Spencer during the Great Depression. He discusses the influence of politics and the wealthy in the community, especially in regards to policies and employment. He also speaks about the friendliness of the community and how businesses have declined since he first moved to the town.

  • Keywords
    • Corporation Names
    • Owen County Welfare Board
    • Works Progress Administration
    • Subjects
    • community pride
    • crime rates
    • Great Depression
    • local politics
    • racial diversity
    • religious beliefs
    • police