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- Abilene Military History: Ft. Phantom, Camp Barkeley, and Dyess Air Force Base
- This video recording of the military story of Abilene was presented in three parts. The first part of the story was presented by Jerri Alexander, who talked about Fort Phantom Hill, the 1850s army fort now owned by the Alexander family. Mike Myers, a graduate student in history at Hardin-Simmons University spoke about the World War II installation known as Camp Barkeley. Lt. Pam Fenner introduced and spoke of the history of Dyess Air Force Base, the SAC installation and home of the C-130s and B-1 bombers located in Abilene after the close of Camp Barkeley.
- The Abilene Village in my Heart
- Greene presented a lecture for the Abilene Centennial Series on his memories of growing up in Abilene. His talk included stories about Abilene's Carnegie Library, when his grandmother was the librarian; selling newspapers on the Sunshine Special train; and encountering connections to Abilene as far away as New York City.
- Architecture and Development of Abilene
- A videorecording of a speech entitled "Architecture and Development of Abilene," by Richard Dillard, regarding the history of architecture in Abilene, Texas.
- Catclaw Country
- Speech entitled "Catclaw Country" given by Katharyn Duff, regarding the history of the area around Abilene.
- A Century of Fashion
- Recording of a fashion show presented by the Abilene Chapter of the American Association of University Women at the public library as part of the Abilene Public Library Centennial Series.
- Did the Jazz Age come to Abilene?
- A lecture for the Abilene Centennial Series with Paul Lack and Gerald McDaniel discussed the coming of jazz to Abilene. The program was a part of a research project conducted by Dr. Lack and Dr. McDaniel.
- Farming and Ranching in West Texas
- This video is a recording of a lecture presented by Harry Holt on the history of West Texas agriculture as part of the Abilene Public Library Centennial Series.
- First Financial Bankshares, Inc.
- A videorecording of a program on the history of Abilene, Texas, produced by First Financial Bank.
- Grant Teaff McMurry University Promotion Video, October 20, 1990
- A promotional video narrated by former McMurry University head football coach Grant Teaff.
- Interview with 101st District Court Judge Craig T. Enoch, 1985
- A videorecording of an interview with 101st District Court Judge Craig T. Enoch, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University in 1985.
- Interview with Aaron George and George Keidii
- A videorecording of an interview with Aaron George, the senior price control official for the country of Liberia, and George Keidii, Abilene Christian University student also from the country of Liberia. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Abilene Christian University President Dr. William J. Teague
- A videorecording of an interview with Abilene Christian University President Dr. William J. Teague, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. The interview centers around the relationship between business and higher education.
- Interview with Abilene Christian University President Dr. William J. Teague
- A videorecording of an interview with Abilene Christian University President Dr. William J. Teague, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb, Abilene Christian University Vice-President.
- Interview with Admiral Bobby Ray (B. R.) Inman
- A videorecording of an interview with retired Admiral Bobby Ray (B. R.) Inman, who was serving at the time of the interview as Chief Executive Officer of Westmark Sytems, Inc. Prior to leaving the Navy, Inman served as Director of Naval Intelligence, Director of the National Security Agency, and Deputy Director of the Central Intelligence Agency. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Alan Loy McGinnis, 1986
- Interview with Alan Loy McGinnis, author of the books "The Friendship Factor" and "The Romance Factor." In the interview, McGinnis discusses his newest book, "Bringing Out the Best in People."
- Interview with Albert Lawrence and Greg Meghoo
- A videorecording of an interview with Albert Lawrence and Greg Meghoo, silver medalists in the 1984 Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. At the time, Lawrence was a senior, and Meghoo was a freshman at Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Alex Haley
- A videorecording of an interview with Alex Haley, Pulitzer-prize winning author of the best-selling book "Roots: The Saga of an American Family," conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Alvarito Domezq, October 30, 1989
- A videorecording of an interview with Alvarito Domezq, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on October 30, 1989.
- Interview with Angélica MarÃa, 1984
- Interview with Angelica Maria, international singer and actress. In the interview, Maria discusses her career as a singer, stage actress, and film star
- Interview with Arlie Hoover
- A videorecording of an interview with Arlie Hoover, Professor of History at Abilene Christian University, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. In the interview, Hoover discusses his book "Don't You Believe It: Poking Holes in Faulty Logic."
- Interview with Arthur Culpepper, Pat Bidwell, and Roderick Johnson, April 15, 1987
- Interview with Arthur Culpepper, ACU football player, Pat Bidwell, ACU women's basketball player, and Roderick Johnson, ACU men's basketball player. In the interview, the student athletes discuss the growing problem of student drug use.
- Interview with Arthur Duncan
- A videorecording of an interview with Arthur Duncan, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. Duncan is a tap dancer, known for his stint as a performer on The Lawrence Welk Show from 1964 to 1982, which made him the first African-American regular on a variety television program. Duncan was in Abilene for the West Texas Rehabilitation Center's annual telethon.
- Interview with B.J. Pierce, January 30, 1988
- Interview with B.J. Pierce, owner of the Lone Star Trading Card Company in Fort Worth, Texas. In the interview, Pierce discusses the hobby of collecting baseball cards.
- Interview with Ben Crenshaw and Andy Bean, 1985
- Interview with Ben Crenshaw and Andy Bean, both professional golfers. In the interview, they discuss their backgrounds and careers in golf.
- Interview with Betty Muns, 1983
- Interview with Betty Muns, a Marriage and Family Therapist. In the interview, Muns discusses her background and experiences as a therapist.
- Interview with Betty Trafton
- A videorecording of an interview with Betty Trafton, rancher and printer from Amarillo, Texas, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Bill and DeDe Hutcheson
- A videorecording of an interview with Bill and Dede Hutcheson, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. Bill was the Vice-President of the Shoe Division for Walmart.
- Interview with Bill Clayton and Bob Armstrong, 1985
- Interview with Bill Clayton, former Speaker of the Texas House of Representatives, and Bob Armstrong, former Commissioner of the General Land Office of the State of Texas. In the interview, they discuss politics in Texas.
- Interview with Bill Clements, 1985
- Interview with Bill Clements, former governor of Texas. In the interview, Clements discusses changes to the political climate of Texas and America, as well as changes in party affiliation, due to Ronald Reagan's Presidency.
- Interview with Bill E. Carter
- A videorecording of an interview with Bill E. Carter, the President of Carter Financial Management in Dallas, Texas. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Bill Gilbreath, October 12, 1989
- Interview with Bill Gilbreath, former professional baseball player. In the interview, Gilbreath discusses the recent baseball season in retrospect, as well as the opening of the World Series.
- Interview with Bill Waugh, February 10, 1989
- Interview with Bill Waugh, Chief Executive Officer of Burger Street. In the interview, Waugh discusses his association with business starting with a Taco Bueno store in Abilene, Texas, as well as the story of Burger Street.
- Interview with Bill Wright
- A videorecording of an interview with award-winning photographer and writer Bill Wright, who at the time was Chairman of the Board of Western Marketing in Abilene, Texas. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Billy Kilmer
- A videorecording of an interview with Billy Kilmer, former Quarterback for the Washington Redskins, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Billy Olson, 1985
- Interview with Billy Olson, a pole vaulter and native of Abilene. In the interview, Olson discusses his background and experiences as an international athlete.
- Interview with Bob Bartlett, December 15, 1986
- Interview with Bob Bartlett, News Director and anchor for KTAB Television in Abilene. In the interview, Bartlett discusses his experiences working in news.
- Interview with Bob Buford, November 2, 1988
- Interview with Bob Buford, CEO of Buford Television. In the interview, he discusses management principles and how they apply to the lives of most people.
- Interview with Bob Coffee
- A videorecording of an interview with Austin, Texas architect and sculptor Bob Coffee, conducted by Abilene Christian University Vice-President and Dean of Campus Life, Dr. Gary McCaleb.
- Interview with Bob Hunter and David Counts, November 20, 1990
- Interview with State Representatives Bob Hunter and David Counts. In the interview, the representatives talk about the recent outcome of statewide elections, as well as what lies ahead for the state of Texas.
- Interview with Bob Krueger, 1984
- Interview with Bob Krueger, candidate for the U.S. Senate. In the interview, Krueger discusses his vision for how he would like to see the election turn out.
- Interview with Bob Onstead and Bob Gowens, 1985
- A videorecording of a 1985 interview with Bob Onstead, President, Chairman of the Board, and CEO of Randalls Food Markets, and Bob Gowens, the Executive Vice-President of Randalls. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University, and was filmed in the executive offices of Randalls Food Markets, Inc. in Houston, Texas. This video was made in Randall's Office when it was at 16000 Barkers Point Lane STE 200, Houston, TX 77079
- Interview with Bob Privitt
- A videorecording of an interview with professional sculptor Bob Privitt, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Bob St. John
- A videorecording of an interview with Texas author Bob St. John, author of the book "While the Music Lasts, and "Tex: The Story of the Man Who Built the Dallas Cowboys" about Dallas Cowboys founder Texas E. "Tex" Schramm. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Bob Test
- A videorecording of an interview with Bob Test, President of the Better Business Bureau of Abilene, Texas. The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University.
- Interview with Bob Tiffany, March 7, 2000
- A videorecording of an interview with Abilene (Texas) civic leader Bob Tiffany, conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University. In the interview, Tiffany discusses the history of Camp Barkeley during World War II. The video is part of the Abilene 2000 Series of McCaleb & Company videos.
- Interview with Bobbis Dociaduis, November 29, 1989
- A videorecording of an interview with Bobbis Dociaduis, from Athens, Greeece. The interview was conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on November 29, 1989.
- Interview with Bobby Mercer, 1991
- Interview with Bobby Mercer, former center fielder for the New York Yankees. In the interview, Mercer discusses his professional baseball career.
- Interview with Brant Bryan, 1985
- Interview with Brant Bryan, an executive with the Staubach Company in Dallas. In the interview, he discusses the company's current state of affairs.
- Interview with Brenda Dillard, Don McMullin, and Paige Sermon, on April 30, 1990
- A videorecording of an interview with three members of the first class of Jack Pope Fellows at Abilene Christian University. The three are Brenda Dillard (Political Science and Bible), Don McMullin (International Studies), and Paige Sermon (Nutrition). The interview is conducted by Dr. Gary McCaleb of Abilene Christian University on April 30, 1990.
- Interview with Brent Casey, May 23, 1988
- Interview with Brent Casey, Chairman of the Republican Party for Taylor County, Texas. In the interview, Casey discusses the status of the Republican party in Texas, as well as the excitement of the election year.