John T. Anvill was born in St. George, Tucker County, and has lived in the area his entire life. He was born to William Anvill and Loretta White, who were also lifelong residents of Tucker County. John was raised in a large family of nine siblings, consisting of one brother and seven sisters. Growing up in St. George, John attended school at Mount Olive, located three miles away from his hometown. He went through at least the eighth grade before taking civil service examinations, though he did not pursue a career in that field. Instead, he began working for the Kendall Lumber Company, where he engaged in various tasks, including driving teams of horses, cutting timber, and rolling logs, Throughout his life, John has been an active farmer. Unfortunately, in '85, he experienced a devastating flood that swept away everything on his farm, including barns, equipment, and machinery. The flood left him without any resources to continue farming. John's father had also experienced the '85 flood and often recounted the severity of the disaster. John remained in the Tucker County area after the disaster.

Scope and Content Note
The interview with John T. Anvill provides valuable insights into his personal life, upbringing, and experiences in Tucker County, West Virginia. The interview touches upon his family background, education, work history, and the devastating flood of 1984, which had a profound impact on his life and the lives of many others in the area. John shares his memories of the 1985 flood, the effects it had on his farm and livelihood, and his current circumstances following the flood. The interview also briefly explores John's family history and his connections with relatives, including his brother, whom he reunited with after two decades.