Marriott-Slaterville City

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The Marriott-Slaterville City Oral History Collection was created by the residents of the town to document their history. Each participant was provided with a list of questions asking for; stories about their childhood, schools they attended, stories about their parents and grand-parents, activities they enjoyed, fashions they remember, difficulties or traumas they may have dealt with, and memories of community and church leaders. This endeavor has left behind rich histories, stories and important information regarding the history of the Marriott-Slaterville area.

Connie Brown shares her childhood memories of the Marriott-Slaterville area, including the effects of the Depression on her family's farm. The interview took place on March 1, 2007.

Keith Butler shares his recollections of the Marriott-Slaterville area. He describes his memories of the Defense Depot Ogden and the Works Projects Administration during the Depression. The interview took place on March 1, 2007.

Carl Hodson discusses his experiences of the Marriott-Slaterville area. He shares his memories of the Defense Depot Ogden and the Ogden Chamber of Commerce. The interview took place on February 12 and May 22, 2007.

Orvil Holley discusses the history of Marriott-Slaterville. He also discusses the early country schools and the history of ecclesiastical authority in the area. The interview took place on March 1, 2007.

Adele Bryan Lewis shares her memories of the Marriott-Slaterville area and the Daughters of Utah Pioneers. The interview took place on February 12, 2007.

Lila Beverly McFarland shares her recollections of the history of the Marriott-Slaterville area. She discusses family traditions, community leadership, and church callings. The interview took place on May 22, 2007.

Julian Powell shares memories of the Marriott-Slaterville area, including the effects of the Depression. He also discusses his memories of coaching basketball and playing the Globe Trotters and the opening of the Becker Brewery Company. The interview took place on September 23, 2007.

Laree shares her memories of Marriott-Slaterville and Weber County, family, and church callings. She also discusses purchasing the mess hall from the Defense Depot Ogden after the release of the prisoners and using it to build a home. The interview took place on February 12, 2007.