Clotilda "Tilly" Gomez, 1984

File — Box: 2, Folder: 2

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Scope and Contents

Gomez (b. 1918) tells about her father's experience in the Mexican revolution, immigration to the United States, and work as a farm laborer in Burley, Idaho. She recalls her childhood in Midvale, Utah, and describes the various ethnic groups in her neighborhood. Other topics covered include life during the Depression, discrimination, and modeling for ZCMI. Interviewed by Leslie Kelen, 34 pages.

Dates

1984

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