<p>For author Marlin Gilhousen growing up in a small Minnesota town during the Great Depression produced memories enough to last a lifetime. In <i>Memories of Muleshoe</i> he shares a collection of vignettes that paint of picture of what life was like in Muleshoe in the 1930s and '40s as it weathered both the depression and ten years of drought.</p><p>This memoir provides a firsthand and often humorous account of small town living during this challenging time in history. Gilhousen describes a host of local characters who played roles in the local lore of Muleshoe-the town's quirky mayor; the well-meaning editor of the Muleshoe Monitor; Emma Klinkhammer the town busybody; Father Rhode; Widow Maroney; and the candy man who alienated all of his customers.</p><p><i>Memories of Muleshoe</i> captures the essence of one rural community and shows how its residents navigated everyday life during the difficult times of the Great Depression.</p>