Oral History

LeeAnn Chambers discusses her experiences as part of a large Mormon family. The interview took place on August 24, 1980.

 

Lionel Chambers reflects on his growing up years in Eden, Utah during the 1920s, his military service during World War II, and his fathering of an LDS family of 11 children. The interview took place on August 24, 1980.

Marva Hale Chambers discusses her experiences as the mother of a large Mormon family, and her memories of working in the LDS Church Office Building during World War II. The interview took place on August 3, 1980.

Randy Kent Chambers discusses his experiences growing up in a large Mormon family during the 1950s-60s, and his education. He talks about playing competitive sports and the personalities in the family. The interview took place on August 24, 1980.

Rodney Neal Chambers discusses growing up in Ogden in the 1960s-70s, and his experiences in a large Mormon family. He discusses playing sports, personalities in the family, and holidays. The interview took place on July 13, 1980.

Burdie E. Childs and Mrs. Childs describe conditions in Ogden and in Riverdale during the Depression. They managed an apartment building that was eventually lost to the mortgage company, and they lost a little money with the closure of the Ogden State Bank. Burdie worked as a mailman for the railroad and was employed throughout the Depression. They recall helping out family members. Hobos frequented the freight lines but didn't come near the passenger lines, which Mr. Childs worked for. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Arch L. Christensen discusses working as a county agent in Weber County during the Depression, agricultural products and prices, and family patterns. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Robert Clarke served in several capacities at Weber State College from 1937 to 1976, including Professor, Dean of Faculty, and Administrative Vice President. The interview took place in November 1974.

Helen Clausse discusses her childhood and family experiences. The interview took place on March 12, 1997.

Zina Cottle relates her experiences as the wife of a farmer during the Depression, raising food, sewing clothing, and enjoying celebrations with the Hooper Band. The interview took place circa 1960s.