Childs, Burdie E.

Oral History Program

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.

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