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Black Heritage in the Upper Piedmont of South Carolina

Strickland Cassette 1 Side 2

Media

Part of Interview: Strickland, Bertha M.

Title

Strickland Cassette 1 Side 2

Source

Bertha M. Strickland Interview

Date

1990-07-08

Description

Side 2

00:00--Strickland makes brief comment regarding a variety of issues. Strickland's mother likely started working for the Lunney family at a young age. The way in which the Lunney estate was divided is discussed. Some thought blacks lived in the Lunney Mansion because after Mrs. Lunney's stroke, she was rarely seen outside the home. Her mother wore either a grey or white uniform while working around the mansion. Strickland's brother moved to New York after joining the military. Mrs. Strickland graduated high school in 1946. Aspects of social life such as dances are recalled. She can remember being able to do the "Jitterbug," "Big Apple," and "Charleston."

13:50--Audio ends.

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