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Joan Ryba oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02573

Archival Collection

Ruth C. Norton oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01397

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ruth C. Norton conducted by Gary Melton on March 09, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Norton discusses her arrival to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1959 to teach at an elementary school in Henderson, Nevada. Norton then discusses education curriculum, school athletics, and the overall state of education at the time. Later, Norton discusses adult education and special needs education.

Archival Collection

Vincent Novotny oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01398

Abstract

Oral history interview with Vincent Novotny conducted by Carol Linton on March 05, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Novotny discusses moving to Las Vegas, Nevada from Ohio after joining the Civilian Conservation Corps. Novotny discusses how Las Vegas has changed, the effect the Hoover (Boulder) Dam had on the city's growth, and the crash of Carole Lombard's plane. Novotny also briefly describes how he got his real estate license and shows the interview collector a series of pictures of his travels around the state of Nevada.

Archival Collection

Lucile Nyberg oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01401

Abstract

Oral history interview with Lucile Nyberg conducted by Alison Hartough on February 22, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Nyberg discusses the history of Overton, Nevada and life in the town. Nyberg describes early Las Vegas, Nevada and life in Boulder City, Nevada. Nyberg goes on to discuss her career as a teacher and the changes made to education in Las Vegas. Nyberg also discusses the development and the economy of Las Vegas, and briefly discusses prostitution in the city. Nyberg's husband, Richard Nyberg, is present during the interview, but does not speak.

Archival Collection

Marian Oakes oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01402

Abstract

Oral history interview with Marian Oakes conducted by Bernard Kulifay Jr. on February 28, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Oakes describes her childhood after moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1931, and her experience in the school system. Oakes discusses how Las Vegas has grown and the types of opportunities, jobs, and recreation that have been available to women. Oakes also discusses her career as a hairdresser and owning her own salon. Oakes goes on to describe the presence of individuals involved in organized crime around the city, as well as the presence of Howard Hughes.

Archival Collection

Thelma Oldfield oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01403

Abstract

Oral history interview with Thelma Oldfield conducted by Katherine Franco on March 03, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Oldfield describes her personal history and the history of Ely, Nevada, where she lived from 1914 to 1964.

Archival Collection

Eve O'Brien oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01406

Abstract

Oral history interview with Eve O'Brien conducted by Bob Boughner on March 06, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, O'Brien talks about her life in early Las Vegas. She talks about her occupations, including her experiences working with casino owner Sam Boyd during the early 1950s and 1960s at the Mint Las Vegas hotel and casino.

Archival Collection

Elda Ohrn oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01411

Abstract

Oral history interview with Elda Ohrn conducted by Joan R. Buckwalter on February 25, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Ohrn discusses her experiences growing up in Las Vegas, Nevada during the 1930s and 1940s.

Archival Collection

Witt C. Olive oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01412

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wilford "Witt" C. Olive conducted by Gordon R. Brusso on April 13, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Olive discusses local live entertainment venues during the 1930s and 1940s in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Witt C. and Fern Olive oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01413

Abstract

Oral history interview with Fern and Witt C. Olive conducted by Terry Rogers in 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Fern and Witt Olive discuss moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1922 and 1926 respectively. Witt talks about the construction of the Boulder (Hoover) Dam, his experience in the Boy Scouts of America, and the growth of Las Vegas. Fern primarily provides confirmation for Witt's reminisces.

Archival Collection