Canning and Preserving

Adonna Aeschlimann describes the various processes and techniques involving canning foods for storage. The interview took place on February 16, 2005.

Joseph Anderson discusses growing up on a farm in Roy and attending public school and Weber Academy. He also discusses medical care, politics, the canning industry, recreation, the Spanish American War, and World War I. The interview took place on August 17, 1971.

Evelyn Barnes discusses life in Roy, Utah. She discusses social activities, including bonfires and dances, the county infirmary, and the flu epidemic of 1918. The interview took place on September 6, 1971.

Barbara Bigler talks about her life growing up and how her family survived by canning fruits and vegetables. The interview was conducted February 8, 2005.

Barbra Braeden discusses her experience with canning and canned goods. The interview was conducted on February 13, 2005.

William Farnsworth discusses the Mormon Exodus and growing up in the Mormon colonies in Mexico. The interview took place on August 17, 1971.

Holly Ferria discusses her life, her mother, and canning and bottling fruits. The interview was conducted on February 15, 2005.

Paulene Mackley discusses her knowledge and personal experiences with the canning industry and practice in Utah. The interview was conducted on February 10, 2005.

Ralph Neilson describes his personal knowledge and experience with canning and preserving, as well as his career in agriculture and farming in Utah. The interview was conducted on February 4, 2005.

Lettie Hammon Stoker discusses the settlement and development of the Hooper, Roy, and West Weber areas, including LDS Church organization and functions, LDS immigration, agriculture, water supply, social and cultural activities, transportation, electric lighting, the poorhouse, the original cemetery, and early county politics and elections. The interview took place on August 9, 1971.