Interviewer
Dr. George Garrison
Abstract
This interview was conducted by Dr. George Garrison with Bobby Plair for his project on the history of Emmett Scott High School. Emmett Scott was the segregated high school for African Americans in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The school was named for Emmett Scott, a former aide to Booker T. Washington and President Woodrow Wilson. Emmett Scott was opened in 1920 and then closed in 1970 with the full integration of Rock Hill School District. Mr. Plair is an Emmett Scott Alumnus and local musician. He talks about his experiences in Emmett Scott High School during the 1940s. He also discusses his experiences with higher education, including attending Friendship Junior College and working as a teacher and principal in the South Carolina School System. Mr. Plair details his experience with music both at Emmett Scott as well as during his career. He is a talented artist that has worked with many local musicians over the years.
Publication Date
5-21-2003
Unique Identifier
OH 678
Format
MP3; WAV;
Length
01:13:15
Recommended Citation
Plair, Bobby and Emmett Scott High School, "Interview with Bobby Plair - OH 678" (2003). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 678.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/565