Robert Carson
(1902-)
Interview date: May 17, 1983
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Robert, who was 81 years old at the time of this interview, was Chairman of the committee that brought Hamilton Field to Marin. He tells the story of this achievement and also the story of the creation of the Golden Gate Bridge District and the efforts by “Marvelous Marin” and the “Redwood Empire Association” to bring this about. A very successful businessman for over 40 years in England, Mr. Carson spent three months a year in his home in San Rafael. For many years his family ran the Carson Glove Company, one of Marin’s light industries.
Audio Clip #1 from the Interview (one minute) Audio Clip #2 from the Interview (one minute) Full Transcript of the Interview (Click here for a printable version) |
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