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.

Shinji Ichida discusses 25th Street and his memories of growing up in the Japanese community in Ogden. The interview took place on October 7, 2013.

Nellie James discusses her memories of World War II, specifically the Ogden Canteen and her mother's involvement as a driver for the Red Cross. The interview took place on June 25, 2013.

Cliff Johnson discusses his memories of 25th Street, including his paper routes, the Bamberger street car, and multiple robberies. He also discusses the growth of Ogden and his service in the Navy. The interview took place on September 19, 2013.

Deane Kingsford shares his experiences of the Ogden Canteen, his time in World War II, and his memories of 25th Street. The interview took place on July 2, 2013.

Dan Layton discusses his ancestors' settlement in Layton, Utah, his memories of Ogden and 25th Street, and his knowledge of prohibition and polygamy in the area. The interview took place on September 20, 2013.

Joseph Liu discusses his memories of 25th Street and his father's restaurant, the China Temple. The interview took place on July 31, 2013.

LaPriel Loney shares her memories of the Ogden canteen during World War II and her memories of Hill Field, Depot, Bushnell Hospital and 25th Street. The interview took place on July 1, 2013.

Frank Lucas discusses his memories of the Ogden Union Station canteen during World War II. He also discusses his mother's involvement and volunteer work with the canteen, and his memories of 25th Street. The interview took place on June 27, 2013.

Jazz saxophonist Joe McQueen discusses his experiences with 25th Street, jazz musicians, and segregation. He describes receiving a deferment during World War II to play music, starting the Porters and Waiters Club with the Weakleys, and his work on the railroad. The interview took place on July 25, 2013.

Willie F. Moore shares his memories of 25th Street, including Marshall White, the Porters and Waiters Club, the Rose Rooms, and his barbershop. The interview took place on July 17 and December 12, 2013.