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In Part 2 of this 1994 interview with Velma Collins, she talks about her childhood memories, attending school, her music education, attending college, and most extensively about her children, Rowland and Roger.

Bud shares stories beginning from when his family settled in Bristow, to childhood stories with his grandparents and cousins, to various jobs he’s held, and, of course, family life with his wife and children.

Mr. Krumme shares about his life as a youngster growing up and going to school in the Okemah, Tuskegee and Bristow area. He talks about attending college and joining the service, as well as, returning home to start his career at Krumme Oil Company. …

Paula shares about her history growing up in the Bristow area, about her family and work life and her love for genealogy and history.

Mike shares about his life growing up, his family, his work life in law enforcement and about his love of music and writing.

David and Monica talk about their early life together, their family, their careers and what their life has been like during David’s terms as Principal Chief of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation.

Helen Marie shares about her young life growing up in the country, her beloved family and her 51-year history with the Mid-America Stockyards.

LoNetta Dowdy White, born August 24, 1940, in a log cabin near Bristow, Oklahoma, shared her life story. LoNetta's parents, John Buster Dowdy and Ollie Belle Williams Dowdy, farmed and worked in California's lettuce fields. LoNetta attended Iron Post…

Franklin Ewing Groom, born August 14, 1939, in Chandler, Oklahoma, discussed his life and family history. His parents, Floyd Franklin Groom and Thelma Carmen Burris, owned restaurants in Bristow for 40 years. Franklin has five siblings, with four…

Linda Kay Herman, born on June 20, 1955, in Bristow, Oklahoma, shared her life story which included spending her childhood at the golf course her dad managed. She recounted her early life, including her favorite childhood activities, school…