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Interview with Joseph (Joe) Jefferson, conducted by Missouri State University Dean of Libraries Tom Peters at Mr. Jefferson's home in Springfield, Missouri. Mr. Jefferson is a long-time resident of Springfield, Missouri. Interview conducted on January 13, 2015. Part of the "Birthplace: Greater Springfield Route 66 Oral History Project." Topics discussed include Route 66African AmericansOzarks JubileeTulsa (Oklahoma)Springfield (Missouri)Springfield locations and businesses, including the Kentwood Arms Hotel, the Ritz Club, the Crystal Room, the Shrine Mosque, the Jewel Theatre, the Colonial Hotel, Graham's BBQ, Pitts Chapel Church, Alberta's, Greyhound Bus, Berry Tour Bus, the Rail Haven Motel, the Lily-Tulip Cup Corporation, the Springfield Underground, Barth's Clothing Storeand individuals, such as Be-Bop Brown, Red Foley, Susie Cradle, the Fellows family, and Martin Luther King, Jr.
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