Tisinger, Bob, 1985 Aug 26
Scope and Contents note
Robert "Bob" Tisinger (1909-1991) served as the Carrollton city solicitor, as the first juvenile judge in Carroll County, and as general counsel to the Carroll Rural Electric Association (currently known as Carroll EMC) from its inception in 1936. He was involved in many aspects of Carroll County's growth and development, was active in its judicial system, and was recognized for his participation in numerous local civic organizations, and as an elected official. Tisinger died on December 22, 1991 and was buried at Victory United Methodist Church in Carroll County in the community where he had lived is entire life.
Interviewed by Mel Steely on August 26, 1985 at Tisinger's office in Carrollton, Georgia.
This interview features Judge Robert "Bob" Tisinger telling of his life growing up in Carroll County, GA. It begins with him detailing his background as the ninth of nine children. He then tells of his academic background and employment background prior to becoming involved in practicing law or politics. Tisinger next tells of his experiences in local politics as well as his experiences interacting with various political figures from Georgia. Following this, Tisinger details his limited exposure to Senator Herman Talmadge. Also mentioned in this interview is Tisinger founding the first radio station in Carroll County, this history of the Tisinger law firm, and the push against school consolidation in Carroll County.
Dates
- 1985 Aug 26
Creator
- From the Collection: West Georgia College. Georgia's Political Heritage Program (Organization)
Conditions Governing Access note
Most unrestricted; inquire as to individual interview.
Extent
From the Collection: 26.29 Linear feet (53 boxes)
Language
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the University of West Georgia Special Collections Repository
Special Collections, Ingram Library
University of West Georgia
1601 Maple Street
Carrollton GA 30118-2000 United States
special@westga.edu