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James W. Ault oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00051

Abstract

Oral history interview with James W. Ault conducted by Patricia K. Kohlman on November 06, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Ault discusses the history of Las Vegas, Nevada from 1940 to 1975 and his career as a railroad engineer.

Archival Collection

Rodney A. Colton oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00249

Abstract

Oral history interview with Rodney A. Colton conducted by Richard Colton on October 01, 1973 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Colton discusses general history of Southern Nevada and Las Vegas, Nevada from his arrival in 1918.

Archival Collection

Marion Paris Lamb oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01056

Abstract

Oral history interview with Marion Paris Lamb conducted by Frances Kristich on June 21, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Lamb discusses raising her kids in Alamo, Nevada and moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1919.

Archival Collection

Norman Wood oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02012

Abstract

Oral history interview with Norman Wood conducted by Karen Amell on March 01, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In his interview, Wood discusses his work with the Nevada Department of Wildlife and his interests in biology.

Archival Collection

Nancy Ellen Webb Williams Papers

Identifier

MS-00391

Abstract

The Nancy Ellen Webb Williams Papers (1983 to 1996) are related to William's career as a writer. The papers include newspaper clippings, photos, fliers, and correspondence. Also included is one of Williams' books of poetry, "The Soul Side: Big Mama Remembers."

Archival Collection

Jonce T. Clement oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00209

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jonce T. Clement conducted by Terrance L. Fairchild on March 07, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Clement discusses social and economic changes in Las Vegas, Nevada. Clement then shares the development of the Las Vegas Strip and the first casinos to begin operating.

Archival Collection

Minnie Logsdon oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01138

Abstract

Oral history interview with Minnie Logsdon conducted by Eugene George on March 08, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Logsdon talks about the early history of Las Vegas, Nevada. She specifically talks about the railroad towns, and the construction of the Boulder (Hoover) Dam.

Archival Collection