Oral History

Walter Carl Nelson discusses his life experiences as well as religion and Utah history. The interview took place on March 2, 1971.

Marjorie Norrie discusses some personal memories of her childhood as well as some explanation of her family history and lineage. The interview took place on August 18, 1980.

Betty Ott, wife of Layton P. Ott, shares details of Layton's love of astronomy and physics and his work in science, including naming Weber State University's Ott Planetarium. The Ott Planetarium has received NASA awards as well as local and regional recognition due to their generous support. The interview took place on November 7, 2011.

Eleanor C. Painter describes her time working as a forklift operator during World War II at the Defense Depot Ogden. She shares her memories of working with the Italian prisoners of war, and her husband's service in the Navy. The interview took place on January 30, 2006.

Vern C. Parker discusses conditions during the Depression, including entertainment, the Ogden State Bank, the Weber Central Dairy, and growing sugar beets and gathering salt from the Great Salt Lake for additional cash. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Roland Parry discusses his time at Weber State College as faculty from 1930 to 1965, and being the "Composer in Residence" of Music. The interview took place in 1973.

Brad H. Paul and Mrs. Paul discuss the difficulty of running a store during the Depression; they also comment on activity in the LDS Church. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Earl Samuel Paul discusses the building industry during the Depression and his time as bishop of the LDS Ogden Seventeenth Ward. He also discusses time spent on the Northern Utah Region Bishop's Council and in Samoa on behalf of the LDS Church. The PWA and CCC programs are also mentioned. The interview took place circa 1960s.

Lucile Parry Peterson recounts serving as secretary to President Tracy of Weber College from 1924 to 1932, and serving as secretary to the Board of Trustees, the Associated Students, and the Alumni Association during parts of that time. She reminisces on President Tracy's leadership, and the struggle to free the Weber Stake Academy from LDS Church control so it could grow as a state-sponsored school. She also discusses faculty members, community events, and the Great Depression. The interview took place on April 15, 1980.

Roy C. Phipps recalls working in the baggage department for the railroad during the Depression, as well as prices for rent and recreation. He also discusses the WPA government programs. The interview took place circa 1960s.