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Wally Henkleman oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02987

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wally Henkleman conducted by Gayle Allen for the KDWN Radio Lifelines Oral History Interviews on Nursing. This interview is undated but likely took place between 1988 and 1999, the time span that "Lifelines with Gayle Allen" was taped by KDWN Radio.

Wally Henkleman, a clinical nurse specialist and critical care registered nurse at Sunrise Hospital, discusses advanced directives, living wills, and counseling that nurses must conduct to help patients or patients' families determine next steps and quality of life for those who are terminally ill or dying. He also talks about the responsibility of pain management, especially in a hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU), and how comfort of care may be prioritized when a person does not have much time left to live.

Archival Collection

Leslie W. Edwards oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00525

Abstract

Oral history interview with Leslie W. Edwards conducted by John Porter on March 19, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview Edwards provides an overview of rural Panaca, Nevada history starting in the early 1900s. Edwards describes how life operated for rural Nevadans and also describes his family's experiences on their farm.

Archival Collection

Richard T. Chapter oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00362

Abstract

Oral history interview with Richard T. Chapter conducted by Stan Hawkins on March 6, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview Stan Hawkins discusses the cost of living in Las Vegas, Nevada, Howard Hughes, the Boulder Dam, the Union Pacific Railroad, the old Mormon Fort, gambling, local businesses, and the weather in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Peggy Huber oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00902

Abstract

Oral history interview with Peggy Huber conducted by Greg Pushard on March 14, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. This interview covers Huber’s life in Nevada and also offers an insightful overview of Nevada’s rich history. Huber discusses life on the ranch, mining, settlement, and the local early aboveground atomic blasts.

Archival Collection

Carl F. Kelley oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00996

Abstract

Oral history interview with Carl F. Kelley conducted by James M. Greene on May 02, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Kelley discusses moving to Nevada and describes living in Boulder City, Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada and Henderson, Nevada. The interview concludes with an in-depth discussion of the Civilian Conservation Corps activities in Boulder City.

Archival Collection

Irving J. Foreman oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00600

Abstract

Oral history interview with Irving J. Foreman conducted by John Russell Foreman on March 16, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Foreman speaks about his career in the construction industry in Las Vegas, Nevada. He also discusses the changes in the construction industry from the 1950s to the 1970s, including the machinery used.

Archival Collection

Perle Garrett oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00653

Abstract

Oral history interview with Perle Garrett conducted by Marilyn Swanson on March 02, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview Perle Garrett discusses Boulder City during the 1930s, the building of the Boulder Dam, Six Companies houses, family life, churches in Las Vegas, Nevada, and recreational activities for local children.

Archival Collection

Laura Gentry oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00670

Abstract

Oral history interview with Laura Gentry conducted by Harold May on February 26, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Laura Gentry discusses living in St. Thomas and Overton, Nevada. She discusses the development of the Overton and Gold Butte areas of Nevada as well as the people involved in mining in these areas.

Archival Collection

Kathryn Howell oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00899

Abstract

Oral history interview with Kathryn Howell conducted by Joyce Marshall on March 21, 2003 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Howell discusses her early life in Texas and growing up on a ranch. She talks about her career as a teacher, teaching strategies she used, and the importance of classroom management.

Archival Collection

Donnie Pomeray oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01489

Abstract

Oral history interview with Donnie Pomeray conducted by an unspecified individual in approximately 2006 for the History of Blue Diamond Village in Nevada Oral History Project. In this interview, Pomeray reflects upon his upbringing in Blue Diamond, Nevada. He discusses where he grew up, his leisure activities, and community life.

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