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Richard E. Reeves' Oral History

This is the oral history of Richard E. Reeves. He was interviewed by Betty Turnell on April 19, 1988. The interview includes his childhood, family life, work, and missionary work with the First United Methodist Church.

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Eugene Roberts Baby Photo

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Photograph of Gene Roberts as a baby. The back of the photo says: "Eugene Ross (Gene) Roberts (died 1969-Oct.), 1 son E. Kent Roberts"

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Photo of Lane S. Hendricks in uniform, buildings in background

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Herald and Review Library: Hendricks, Lane S.; Article on back of photo: "Lane S. Hendricks, 20, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hendricks of 764 North Monroe, returned to Chanute Field at Rantoul this week after a visit with hisparents. He enlisted in the…

Tags: Air Corps Technical, Army Air Corps, Decatur IL., Rantoul IL, World War II, WWII

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Richard E. Reeves' Oral History

Eugene Roberts Baby Photo

Photo of Lane S. Hendricks in uniform, buildings in background

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