Marianne Wofford and Anne Tidmore
Recorded
January 29, 2025
28:44 minutes
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mbv000100
Description
Marianne Wofford [no age given] speaks with mother, Anne Tidmore [no age given], about their family business Tidmore Flags, now known as Tidmore Flag and Banner.Subject Log / Time Code
Marianne introduces the purpose of their conversation, which is owning and operating a woman-owned business once known as Tidmore Flags. Anne talks about the beginnings of creating her flag business and how it developed over time with changes to the United States flag.
Marianne shares how she became involved in the family flag business. Anne shares how their mail-order flag business began and early difficulties in shipping goods. Anne and Marianne discuss the logistics of running a business.
Both discuss “monumental moments” in their flag business. Marianne shares how flag demand has changed along with the national mood. Anne recalls the bicentennial of the United States of America in 1976, and the national mood during Operation Desert Storm.
Both talk about the period around September 11th, 2001 and flag demand. Both share the purpose behind their work.
Both recall stories about selling flags and promoting their work in the community.
Both share what has become of Tidmore Flags today. Marianne shares her appreciation for her customers.
Both share lessons about creating and managing their own business.
Both share what the United States flag means to them.
Participants
- Marianne Wofford
- Anne Tidmore