Matthew Barr interviewed Murray Guthrie for the Wild Caught project. Murray Guthrie was born and raised in Sneads Ferry. He was born into a family deeply rooted in the region since the mid-19th century. His father worked primarily as a farmer and secondarily as a fisherman. In this interview, Guthrie details the agrarian lifestyle of his youth, where roads were unpaved and electricity was nonexistent until after he joined the Navy in 1940. He describes the farming practices of his father, who farmed tobacco and other crops using mule power, and the community's reliance on local resources for food. Guthrie emphasizes the self-sufficiency of the community, which never faced hunger due to their fishing and farming activities. Guthrie recounts his Navy service during World War II, serving on the Battleship Texas and the heavy cruiser Augusta. He highlights significant experiences, including meeting President Roosevelt and witnessing the signing of the Atlantic Charter with Churchill in 1941. After the war, he returned to Sneads Ferry, where he observed significant changes, such as the introduction of electricity and the paving of roads, which transformed the community. Throughout the interview, Guthrie reflects on the evolution of Sneads Ferry, noting the transition from a close-knit community where everyone knew each other to a more modernized town with new residents. He discusses the challenges faced by local fishermen and shrimpers due to increased regulations and competition. Guthrie also shares personal anecdotes, including meeting his wife and raising his family, underscoring his deep connection to Sneads Ferry and its rich history.