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An Interview with Robert John (Ernest) Cook

August 25, 2021 • Season 1 • Episode 25

Join Ernest Cook and David Leonard in their May 12th, 1977 interview on today's episode. Cook discusses his early life, especially the history and development of Taber, Alberta. This recording has been shortened due to its length.

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This interview was originally recorded on a 5 inch open reel tape and was digitized by an archivist on October 16th, 2020.

These interviews were recorded in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Both social attitudes and language standards have changed since that time. Some opinions expressed and language used may be offensive to listeners today.