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Group photograph of a camp meeting with Santiago Tafolla seated on the bench on the right. (reproduction)

Gus and Betty Dressen discuss their German family heritage and growing up near Uhland, Texas. Along with describing what it was like to grow up on a farm, the couple share the responsibilities that come with that kind of lifestyle, such as taking care of animals, growing corn and sugar cane, and other aspects including having a blacksmith shop. They also talk about how life back then is different from now, such as paved roads, cars, electricity, and going into town.

Milton Hines, general manager at Gonzales, sheds some light on how the GVEC operates, its strengths and weaknesses, and some of the obstacles the company faces on a regular basis.  Began working at GVEC in 1958.

Cover story on Augie Meyers