Interview with Richard Wetherill II, 1977
File — Box: 1, CD: 1-11
Scope and Content
From the Collection:
The collection consists of 11 audio cds and 1 typed volume containing transcribed excerpts of the interview. The interview was conducted from December 1-4, 1977 by Richard Sandlin; the transcription was completed in January 1978. Richard Wetherill's wife, Morton, contributed to the interview, recounting stories that Richard's mother, Marietta.
The purpose of the interview was to document, via first hand recollections, life at the Wetherill's Chaco Canyon trading post. Although Richard II did not know his father very well, he did remember details surrounding his father's murder. Childhood and family recollections, including excavation at Chaco, trading with the Indians, and life after Richard was murdered are highlights of the interview. The interview gives insight into the Wetherill family, relationships with the Navajo, and life in the Southwest during the early-mid 20th century.
The purpose of the interview was to document, via first hand recollections, life at the Wetherill's Chaco Canyon trading post. Although Richard II did not know his father very well, he did remember details surrounding his father's murder. Childhood and family recollections, including excavation at Chaco, trading with the Indians, and life after Richard was murdered are highlights of the interview. The interview gives insight into the Wetherill family, relationships with the Navajo, and life in the Southwest during the early-mid 20th century.
Dates
- 1977
Language of Materials
From the Collection:
English
Access Restrictions
The collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 1 box (.17 cu. ft. including 11 audio CDs and 1 volume of transcribed excerpts)
Repository Details
Part of the UNM Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections Repository
Contact:
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451
University of New Mexico Center for Southwest Research & Special Collections
University Libraries, MSC05 3020
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque NM 87131
505-277-6451