Ogden (Utah)

Patricia Hopkins Brown discusses her training and career at the St. Benedict's School of Nursing and Hospital. The interview took place on September 24, 2010.

The following is an oral history interview with Reed Brown conducted on July 26, 2022 with Ian Orme. Reed talks about growing up queer in a religiously diverse area of Ogden. He shares his experiences working for Rainbow Gardens and his time at Weber State University. Also present is Faith Christiansen.

Ron Brown discusses his life, as well as his experiences with rodeos and traveling cowboy acts. The interview took place on June 3, 2014.

Ruth Donaldson Brown talks of her experiences at the Dee School of Nursing. She discusses the shortage of nurses and doctors during World War II, receiving her stripes during the capping ceremony, and her career as a nurse. The interview took place on August 8, 2008.

Evelyn Wilson Brunson shares her memories of the St. Benedict's School of Nursing, including weekend retreats and playing pranks on students and instructors. The interview took place on October 22, 2010.

Yaeko Bryner shares her recollections and experiences growing up in a Japanese family in Ogden. She also discusses her views on balancing Japanese and American cultures. The interview took place on November 11, 2014.

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.

Thomas R. Burton talks of his time at Weber State University as a professor of English. He also held administrative positions, including Vice President for Academic Affairs, and served several terms as president of the Faculty Senate. The interview took place on March 11, 2008.

Robert Busico discusses his time working at the Defense Depot Ogden with World War II POWs. He describes their talents in baking and craftsmanship, and mentions that several Italian prisoners knew members of his own family in Italy. The interview took place on December 1, 2005.

Keith Butler shares his recollections of the Marriott-Slaterville area. He describes his memories of the Defense Depot Ogden and the Works Projects Administration during the Depression. The interview took place on March 1, 2007.