Born: August 14, 1948
Occupation: English Teacher
Ethnic Background: Greek
Interviewer: John Hausianitis
Comments: Elaine's tape contains information concerning the history of the Greek community. Settled in Lawrence due to mill industry. Bitter memories remain with family's great grandmother beheaded in Turkey. 1921, 255 Greeks lived in Lawrence. Philoptohos Society organizes in Lawrence, modern day assistance to Greek Cypriots. Role of organizations today vs. yesteryear. "Vasilopeta" celebrations held.
Collection
Lawrence History Center Oral History Collection
https://lawrencehistory.org/files/audio/oh/2007.500.274-ekevgas.mp3
Date (created)
1981-01-12