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Mary Noblitt oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01391

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mary Noblitt conducted by Mary Sawdey on March 13, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Noblitt discusses moving to Las Vegas, Nevada and building housing in the southern part of town. Noblitt goes on to discuss communication through railroad and morse code. Lastly, Noblitt discusses the above ground atomic tests.

Archival Collection

Jim Hager oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03217

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jim Hager conducted by Jessica Ferrario on November 05, 2007 for the Public School Principalship Oral History Project. In this interview, Hager reflects upon his career as a principal and superintendent in various school districts in Washington, Colorado, Massachusetts, Iowa, and Nevada. He discusses his personal approach to school administration, and describes his regular job responsibilities and challenges. He also discusses the importance of mentorship, and offers suggestions for individuals interested in pursuing school administration.

Archival Collection

Jim Deaver oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00394

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jim Deaver conducted by Nancy Lyon on April 28, 2006 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Deaver discusses his educational history, becoming a high school principal, the philosophy behind effective education, and different school structures found in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Selma Bartlett oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00068

Abstract

Oral history interview with Selma Bartlett conducted by Claytee D. White on September 18, 2008 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Bartlett discusses arriving to Henderson, Nevada in 1954 and recalls the homes in that area. She shares her experience in banking and her employment with First National Bank of Nevada. Lastly, Bartlett discusses the housing crisis of 1987 and describes the housing industry during that time.

Archival Collection

Wilma Cooper oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00423

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wilma Cooper conducted by Sara G. Finklea on February 27, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Cooper discusses her life in Boulder City and Henderson, Nevada from 1936 to 1977.

Archival Collection

Miriam Belmont oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00184

Abstract

Oral history interview with Miriam Belmont conducted by Laurie Brower on March 08, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. During the interview Belmont discusses her move to Las Vegas, Nevada, various occupations, education, addresses, church involvement, Hoover Dam, famous people, atomic testing, Old Ranch Country Club in Southern California, and the ways in which Las Vegas had changed since she first arrived.

Archival Collection

Christina Frausto oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02515

Abstract

Oral history interview with Christina Frausto conducted by Claytee D. White on November 16, 2015 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Frausto discusses her personal history, her career as an artist, and owning an art gallery in Boulder City, Nevada and Las Vegas, Nevada. She describes her involvement with Desert Sculptures, the Boulder City Preservation Committee, and the Historic Boulder City Foundation.

Archival Collection

Joanne Imprescia oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00923

Abstract

Oral history interview with Joanne Imprescia conducted by David Furbush on March 20, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Imprescia discusses her life as a hairdresser in Las Vegas, Nevada. Imprescia discusses the growth of Las Vegas and the local social climate of the 1950s. The interview concludes with Imprescia explaining her experiences as a Las Vegas business owner and the hairdressing industry in Southern Nevada.

Archival Collection

Midge Innis oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00924

Abstract

Oral history interview with Midge Innis conducted by James Thomas Griffin on May 8, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. The two discuss her occupational history as well as how she met her husband. Innis discusses the changes inside casinos and gambling. The interview concludes with Innis’ thoughts on environmental and social changes in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Cliff Luzier oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01164

Abstract

Oral history interview with Cliff Luzier conducted by Jerry Masick on May 27, 1974 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Luzier discusses arriving to Las Vegas, Nevada to work on the Boulder (Hoover) Dam in 1932. Luzier also discusses his personal history and recalls experiencing the ways Las Vegas, Nevada has developed.

Archival Collection