Depressions -- 1929

LaVal Bradshaw describes his experiences during and after the Great Depression. The interview took place on July 22, 1972.

 

Arthur P. Brown discusses his county commissioner experience during the post-Depression years. The interview took place circa 1960s.

William Arthur Budge discusses his experiences at Commercial Security Bank at the start of the Depression. When the Ogden State Bank closed, there was a run on Commercial Security and other banks. However, Commercial Security paid out people's accounts, served sandwiches, and stayed open late until public confidence was restored and people began banking again. He also briefly discusses the beginnings of the LDS Church's welfare program. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Constantine Budrukas discusses Ogden's history on 25th Street, the Union Railroad Station, and his personal experiences growing up during the Great Depression. The interview was conducted on March 11, 2003.

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.

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

Agnes Cleverly discusses her memories of life during war, and society's views toward education and women in the work force. The interview took place on May 31, 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.

The following is an oral history interview with Paula Crittenden. The interview was conducted on two different days. The first interview was conducted on November 13, 2018, in her home, by Lorrie Rands. Alyssa Kammerman, the audio technician, is present during this interview as well as, Shana Croft and Julie Croft, Paula's granddaughter-in-law and daughter respectively. The second interview was conducted on December 4, 2018. In these interviews, Paula discusses her life, her memories of Ogden, and the impact of the 19th Amendment.