Elder Interview-Ronald Webster
A.2008.001.489 PP
Name/Title
Elder Interview-Ronald WebsterEntry/Object ID
A.2008.001.489Tags
Missing, Needs Accession Sheet, Needs Location, Needs PhotoDescription
Webster, Ronald F. Born 08/30/1942 in Chicago Illinois Parents: Ann (Metoxen) and Walter Webster Maternal grandparents: Richard Metoxen and Sylvia Paternal grandparent: Charlie Webster His father understood the Oneida language but couldn’t speak it. He moved from Chicago in 1940’s. He lived with his aunt and uncle while going to school. He attended High View School during grade school and went to Seymour High School. His uncle Charlie was a tap dancer. The house they lived in had no running water. He was in the Marine Corp. He served for 4 years. He took care of horse and cow while living with his Aunt. He helped plant the garden and take care of it. He remembers his grandmother making him corn soup and cornbread. He also remembers making their very own butter. His grandmother use to make break, cakes, and homemade biscuits. He retired in 1968 because of bad back. He had surgery done but can’t lift anything anymore. He needs to have back operated on again. His word to the youth is stay in school and stay away from drugs and alcohol.Recording Type
Audio/VisualCollection
Elder InterviewsCataloged By
Gerzetich, Courtney (Cottrell)Category
Digital Media