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Description
This is an oral history interview with Roy and Maudene Schroeder recorded in 1975. The Schroeder family descends from pioneers that settled in the Tremont area before the town of Dixon was established in 1868. They also discuss the history of the May Fair. The Dixon May Fair and Parade is California's oldest event of its kind. The first Dixon May Day celebration was in 1875 and included horse races. The first Dixon May Fair was in 1885 and the first May Day Parade in 1909. It has continued annually to the present day.
Type
sound
Format
Original Sound Audio cassette
Extent
1 Tape of 1
Identifier
cadipl_000043
Language
English
Provenance
Dixon Public Library California Revealed is supported by the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
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