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Zero to 100 in a Lifetime: The Memoir of Tom Robb
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On November 16, 1910, in a little white bungalow on the edge of Garza, Texas, Doctor Taylor delivered a blue-eyed baby boy who was happy to be the newest member of America's greatest generation. In his memoir-written during the year he turned one hundred-Tom Robb shares the details of his fascinating journey through the flavor and follies of twentieth century American life.
Tom Robb's life began in a world where cars were few and far between and flying machines were astonishing. Only eighteen months old when the Titanic hit an iceberg and sank, Tom narrates a captivating story of what his life was like as major world events played out around him. As World War I ended, Prohibition, the Roaring Twenties, and the Great Depression followed-sending the nation plunging into some of its darkest times. An optimist by nature, Tom details how he learned to live his life fully as he discovered love, found a job, married, served in World War II, and eventually marched confidently into the achievement of his own American dream.
Zero to 100 in a Lifetime shares a delightful glimpse into one man's unforgettable journey from a Tom Sawyer-like existence into modern America.
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| Title of eBook: Zero to 100 in a Lifetime: The Memoir of Tom Robb | |
| Release Date: 03-22-2011 | |
| Publisher: iUniverse.com |
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Zero to 100 in a Lifetime: The Memoir of Tom Robb
Chapter One
1910–1922
It must have been a beautiful day on November 16, 1910 in the little community of Garza, Texas. In a little white bungalow on the edge of town, Doctor Taylor had just delivered a blue-eyed surprised baby boy to Gabrilla (Rillie) Robb. She hadn't really planned on having a baby so soon after her daughter, Sylvia, who was 20 months old, and her brother, Delbert, who was 5, but she was glad that it happened. (My first lucky break) After a spank and a yelp, the little one was quickly taken care of like all babies; lovingly washed, powdered and tucked into the bed prepared for him. The little tyke was me, Glen Robb, who was also glad to be there. I excitedly looked around the big room and at the funny looking people.
"Well, Mrs. Robb, I think you're in good shape. Just take it easy for a week or so. That little boy seems alright, too. He's a kicker. Lots of energy. A good fit for your fine family."
"Thank you, Dr. Taylor." Dr. Taylor left after congratulating Mr. Robb on his new son and thanking the two ladies that had assisted him.
I was later named Thomas Glenmore Robb, after my Dad and a family acquaintance, Glenmore Savage, who was the area undertaker. My mother, Gabrilla Elizabeth (Dixon) Robb and my Dad, Thomas James Robb had married in 1905. My Dad was the MK&T Railroad Agent for the little town of Garza, located between Dallas and Denton, Texas. I don't remember much about my very early years. I was only eighteen months old when the Titanic passenger ship hit an iceberg and sank. That happened on April 15, 1912. It was a huge ship on its maiden voyage to America with 2224 passengers and
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