Business at the Crossroads

Building at the Crossraods

Business at the Crossroads - Ogden City, is a project to collect oral histories related to changes in the Ogden business district since World War II.  From the 1870s to World War II, Ogden was a major railroad town and shipping and commerce hub.  After World War II, the railroad business declined, but some government agencies and business related to the defense industry continued to gravitate to Ogden.

Scott VanLeeuwen, the owner of Gift Shop Pawn, shares his experience of business on 25th Street for over 50 years. The interview took place on July 17, 2013.

Carla Vogel discusses her memories of Ogden and 25th Street, including horseback riding to Hill Field Road, building the Vogel's Drive Inn on 30th Street with her family, and finding an underground distillery. She also describes meeting her husband, who served in the Korean War, and his childhood orphanage experiences as well as being adopted as an adult by her family. The interview took place on October 1, 2013.

Carrie Vondrus discusses her decision to open a retro clothing shop, Endless Indulgence, on 25th Street in a historical building. The interview took place on July 18, 2013.

Frank Yannacone shares his memories of Ogden and the businesses, hotels, and activity of 25th Street. The interview took place on July 22, 2013.

Gary Young shares his memories of 25th Street and its various establishments, including the Porters and Waiters Club and the Rose Rooms. The interview took place on September 6, 2013.

Eric Zenger discusses his business, Great Harvest Bread Co., and other businesses on 25th Street. The interview took place on September 6, 2013.