Description

Oral history interview with Warner Robins, Georgia resident and restaurant and racing entrepreneur Alex Talley conducted by Mike Chalout on February 6, 2013 as part of the Warner Robins Heritage Society Oral History Project.Grants from Warner Robins Rotary Club and Flint Energies funded the project.Alex Talley is introduced -- Talley talks about being born and raised in New York City -- Talley talks about adjusting to the move to Georgia -- Talley discusses raising her family in Warner Robins -- Talley describes her family -- Talley describes the changing relationship between the military and the civilians in Warner Robins -- Talley discusses the founding of the Crazy 8 Speedway and the opening of the Bonanza Steakhouse -- Talley discusses her involvement in politics -- Talley discusses how local politics have changed over the years -- Talley suggests bringing public transportation to Warner Robins -- Talley gives her memories of segregation -- Talley talks about her fondness for the area

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Houston County Public Library System

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Digital Library of Georgia