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Gus and Betty Dressen oral history interview

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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.

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"Love, Mary"

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Johnny discusses various points in his life when he felt he didn’t realize his potential, Mary talks about family troubles and turning 50, they talk about Sam and his relationship troubles. Johnny and Mary eventually move on to talk about love. The recording switches to a conversation about Johnny and an unknown woman. The recording switches again to part of a conversation between Sam and Johnny. Conversations between Sam Shepard and Johnny Dark.