Abstract
Georgia Franko recounts her early life in the Tremont area south of Clark and West 25th in Cleveland, focusing on her family's immigration from Poland in the early 20th century to escape Russian conscription. She shares childhood memories of playing with her sister, attending St. Joseph's school from 1946, and the strong sense of community where residents were closely connected. Franko highlights the ethnic diversity of the area, including Polish, Ukrainian, Slovak, Syrian, and Irish populations, and the significant role of the Catholic Church in community life. She discusses school traditions, fundraising activities, and religious practices, as well as her high school years at St. John Cantius, her involvement in various clubs, and her early interest in writing. Additionally, she reflects on neighborhood activities and the importance of cultural traditions. Poor audio quality.
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Interviewee
Franko, Georgia (interviewee)
Project
Tremont History Project
Date
2003
Document Type
Oral History
Duration
56 minutes
Recommended Citation
"Georgia Franko interview, 2003" (2003). Cleveland Regional Oral History Collection. Interview 223054.
https://engagedscholarship.csuohio.edu/crohc000/1390
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