Stockyards

Jerry Anderson discusses his knowledge of the Ogden Stockyards. He mentions raising Hereford cattle and running Anderson Livestock. The interview took place on April 9, 2015.

Kurt Anderson discusses his knowledge and experience with the historic Ogden Stockyards and the memories he has of his father and the Stockyards. He discusses the Golden Spike Coliseum, his grandfather’s discovery of an opium den and tunnels under 25th Street, and the economic effects of the Stockyards. The interview took place on March 25, 2015.

Mike Bachman, owner of Mike Bachman Plumbing in Ogden, shares his memories of the historic Ogden Stockyards. He describes his business venture selling manure from the Stockyards for use on lawns and gardens. He mentions the loss of the Coliseum to fire near his business. The interview took place on March 17, 2015.

Eugene Bailey discusses his memories of raising a calf to sell at the Ogden Stockyards. He talks of his family's involvement in the livestock business. The interview took place on March 6, 2015.

Ruth Bailey shares her experiences of the Ogden Stockyards. She discusses the children's Little Buckaroo Rodeos held at the Coliseum, and the closing of the Exchange building. The interview took place on March 6, 2015.

Calvin Grant discusses his experiences with the livestock at the Ogden Stockyards, including selling his first range bull in 1950. He also shares his memories of the poker games held at the Exchange building. The interview took place on April 9, 2015.

Ralph Keoppel shares his experiences of visiting the Ogden Stockyards. He discusses his wife's work at a nearby meat packing plant, Swift & Co. The interview took place on March 24, 2015.

Jerald Lamb shares his experiences with the Golden Spike National Stock Show at the Ogden Stockyards, including his 1965 Grand Champion steer. The interview took place on March 20, 2015.

Royal Lamb shares his memories of the Ogden Stockyards, including the Coliseum, the T-Bone 4-H Club, and the auction process. The interview took place on March 18, 2015.

Rick Lovell shares his experiences with the Ogden Stockyards. He discusses the Union Pacific Railroad, Weber College, Hill Field, and being the president and general manager of Producers Livestock Marketing Association. The interview took place on March 24, 2015.