Abstract
Marie McElroy, Marie DeCapiti, and Dorothy Ferencz share their respective experiences growing up in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland, Ohio. Born in the early 1930s to immigrant families, they discuss their cultural backgrounds and the strong sense of community that characterized their upbringing. The trio reflects on their education, local social activities, and the influence of neighborhood churches in their lives. Their narrative also addresses the challenges faced during the Great Depression and World War II, as well as the changes brought about by urban development. Together, their insights provide a rich perspective on the historical and cultural dynamics of Tremont during the mid-20th century.
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Interviewee
McElroy, Marie (interviewee); DeCapiti, Marie (interviewee); Ferencz, Dorothy (interviewee)
Project
Tremont History Project
Date
2003
Document Type
Oral History
Duration
80 minutes
Recommended Citation
"Marie McElroy, Marie DeCapiti, and Dorothy Ferencz interview, 2003" (2003). Cleveland Regional Oral History Collection. Interview 223061.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/crohc000/1383
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