On January 12, 1992, Marguerite Holloway interviewed James Carey in Verplanck, New York, for the Hudson River Maritime Museum. Carey reflects on his experiences with shad fishing on the Hudson River, recounting his early years learning the trade during the Great Depression and his later career balancing fishing with a full-time job in railroading. He discusses the cultural and economic importance of the river, the impact of environmental regulations on fishing practices, and the decline of traditional fishing methods such as drift netting and seining.

On October 28, 1989, Tucker Crawford was interviewed for The Hudson River Maritime Museum’s Hudson River Commercial Fishermen’s Oral History Collection. The interview focuses on Crawford's experiences as a fisherman on the Hudson River, particularly his work with sturgeon, shad, and bass. Crawford details the techniques and challenges of sturgeon fishing, including net sizes, the processing of caviar, and the impact of fishing regulations. He discusses the evolution of the fishing industry, environmental factors affecting fish populations, and changes in community dynamics over time.

On December 5, 1995, Marguerite Holloway interviewed Vincent Letteri Sr. and Vincent Letteri Jr. in Verplanck, New York, for the Hudson River Maritime Museum. The interview explores the Letteri family's multigenerational experience in commercial fishing on the Hudson River, focusing on their practices, innovations, and the challenges they faced. Vincent Sr. reflects on early fishing methods, including stake netting and seining, and their evolution into anchor nets. He recounts memorable stories, such as navigating in fog, winter fishing through ice, and interactions with game wardens.