Title
Deming, Elmer (Major)
Address: Salvation Army, 250 Haverhill St., Lawrence, MA 01840
Phone: (978) 682-8038
Date of Birth: March 19, 1964
Occupation: Clergy
Ethnic Background: Scotch-Norwegian
Interviewer: Joan Kelley
Summary: Major Deming is a Commanding Officer and Pastor in the Salvation Army. He grew up in the Salvation Army, as the fifth generation. He discusses some of the history of the Salvation Army and the reason for the quasi-military structure. He stresses both the spiritual and the social service aspects. The Spanish component is growing, with worship services in both English and Spanish. The Salvation Army plays a major role in the annual Eagle Tribune Santa Fund.
Collection
Lawrence History Center Oral History Collection
https://lawrencehistory.org/files/audio/oh/2007.500.142-medeming.mp3
Date (created)
2006-02-15