Interviewer
Oscar J. Martinez
Biographical Synopsis of Interviewee
Born in Presidio, Texas in 1984; spent his early years in Marfa and El Paso; held several jobs, including playing semi-pro baseball; publicity man for southwest area racetracks.
Summary of Interview
Biographical data; education; early job experiences; travelling on freight trains; experiences during World War I; the Mexican Revolution and his experiences as an interpreter for Pancho Villa; playing semi-pro baseball; experiences working in gambling house in Tijuana; discrimination.
Date of Interview
7-20-1976
Length of Interview
2 hours
Listen to the Interview
Tape Number
No. 312
Transcript Number
No. 312
Length of Transcript
53 pages
Interview Number
No. 312
Terms of Use
Unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Interview with Pete Leyva by Oscar J. Martinez, 1976, "Interview no. 312," Institute of Oral History, University of Texas at El Paso.
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