Audio Interviews

JAMES BRYANT, JR.

Mr. Bryant describes his family and upbringing. He also shares stories about his brother’s involvement with the Texas Legislature in the early 1970s. Mr. Bryant was the valedictorian of his class in 1966 at Booker T. Washington High School. He shares stories of his service in the Merchant Marines, as well as his education

JAMES BRYANT, JR.

Mr. Bryant describes his family and upbringing. He also shares stories about his brother’s involvement with the Texas Legislature in the early 1970s. Mr. Bryant was the valedictorian of his class in 1966 at Booker T. Washington High School. He shares stories of his service in the Merchant Marines, as well as his educational achievements which included a master’s degree in public administration.

Credits:

The interview was conducted by T. Berry.

CHARLES WILSON

Charles Wilson, Jr., also known as "Bam," was born in San Antonio and raised in Elgin from the time he was eight years old. His parents were Elgin natives who attended Booker T. Washington School. Charles graduated from Elgin High School in 1994 and enjoys fond memories of his teachers, coaches, and friends. He played sports

CHARLES WILSON

Charles Wilson, Jr., also known as "Bam," was born in San Antonio and raised in Elgin from the time he was eight years old. His parents were Elgin natives who attended Booker T. Washington School. Charles graduated from Elgin High School in 1994 and enjoys fond memories of his teachers, coaches, and friends. He played sports and was coached by his mentor T. Berry. Charles began his collegiate experience on a basketball scholarship at Sheridan Junior College in Wyoming and completed his degree in education at Grace College of the Bible in Omaha, Nebraska. After playing semi-pro basketball overseas, Charles began his career as an educator and ultimately served as an administrator of Omaha Street School for nineteen years. In 2022, Charles returned to Elgin as the director of the TNT Academy, a faith-based grade school. 

Credits:

       The interview was conducted by Debbie Cartwright with audio assistance from John C. Smith