Oral History

Joseph Bishop discusses his perspectives as president of Weber State College, serving from 1972 to 1978. The interview took place on October 25, 1972.

This is an oral history interview with Addie Blodgett conducted on August 14, 2017, in her home in Ogden, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. In this interview, Addie discusses her memories of World War II. Also present are Alyssa Chaffee, the audio technician, and Addie's husband, Earl.

The following is an oral history interview with Earl Blodgett, conducted on June 30, 2017 in his home in Ogden, Utah, by Lorrie Rands. Blodgett discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. Sara Kamppi, the audio technician, is also present during this interview.

Edward (Ted) Boyle speaks of his early life growing up and attending school in Ogden, Utah and later graduating from Weber State University. He also discusses attending graduate school at the Thunderbird School of Management and his career in international banking. The interview took place on November 9, 2011.

Hazel Boyle describes her early years in Colombia, South America, and working with her husband to cultivate important business relationships in the international banking industry with Citigroup. The interview took place on November 11, 2011.

Rodney Brady, president of Weber State College from 1978 to 1985, shares his recollections and experiences of Weber. The interview took place on May 30, 1980.

The following is an oral history interview with Gale Bramwell, conducted on July 26, 2017 by Alyssa Chaffee. Gale discusses his life and his memories involving World War II. Michael Ballif, the video technician, is also present during this interview.

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

Connie Brown shares her childhood memories of the Marriott-Slaterville area, including the effects of the Depression on her family's farm. The interview took place on March 1, 2007.

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.