Ogden (Utah)

Merlin Cheney discusses his 45 year career at Weber State University as a professor of English. The interview took place on February 9, 2012.

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.

Robert Clarke served in several capacities at Weber State College from 1937 to 1976, including Professor, Dean of Faculty, and Administrative Vice President. The interview took place in November 1974.

Arlene Truszinski Clement describes her time at the St. Benedict's School of Nursing, including wearing the white veil and black habit and studying the Bible. She also talks of her career as a nurse. The interview took place on January 18, 2011.

Audrey Collman, the owner of Li'l Audrey's Health Spa in Ogden, discusses her experience as a business owner, and her beliefs on health, education, and staying young. The interview took place on November 22, 2013.

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.

Ralph Crandall relates his experiences with Ogden and 25th Street. He mentions his paper route downtown, the Broom Hotel, locomotives, and his military experience. The interview took place on September 30, 2013.

 

Ralph discusses his experiences as a Navy pilot during World War II. He served in the Navy from December 24, 1942 to December of 1945 earning the rank of Lieutenant and receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross award for his service. The interview took place on September 17, 2014.

Forrest Crawford discusses the official start of The Black Scholars United organization at Weber State College in 1969 in response to some of the social and cultural unrest of the era. He describes one of the long range goals of the organization to initiate cooperative efforts with black students on other campuses. He mentions attempting to bridge the gap between students and administrators, and Weber’s experience with minority groups. The interview took place on May 1, 1979.