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Gertrude Rudiak oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01585

Abstract

Oral history interview with Gertrude Rudiak conducted by Claytee D. White on January 11, 2007 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Rudiak discusses her personal history and being a member of the Jewish community of Las Vegas, Nevada. She describes her husband being stationed in Las Vegas while serving in the United States military, their move to Las Vegas in the 1940s, and his law career after military service. Rudiak discusses race relations in Las Vegas during that time and her husband's efforts to pass a law to end segregation in Nevada as a state assemblyman. Rudiak's son, Richard Rudiak, also speaks, and talks about political history in Nevada during the late 20th century. They conclude by discussing the opening of a Jewish school in Las Vegas, the history of Jewish people in the city, and how Las Vegas and its casinos have changed.

Archival Collection

Paula Saragoza oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01627

Abstract

Oral history interview with Paula Saragoza conducted by John Fornillo on March 01, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Saragoza discusses her family ancestry. Saragoza also discusses atomic testing and the growth of hotels and casinos in the city.

Archival Collection

Fred Thompson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01820

Abstract

Oral history interview with Fred Thompson conducted by Henry A. LeClaire Jr. on March 15, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Thompson discusses his personal history and upbringing in Nevada. Thompson describes moving around the state due to his father's work as a miner and the types of ores his father would mine, including tungsten and uranium. Thompson also describes life in the rural desert, desert wildlife, the miners' lifestyle, and the interactions he had with Native Americans. Thompson goes on to discuss moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1965 after his father was hired as an operating engineer for the Nevada Test Site. He talks about the differences between living in the city compared to the country and how Las Vegas has evolved.

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Edgar Fountain oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00609

Abstract

Oral history interview with Edgar Fountain conducted by Julia Bragg on February 26, 1973 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Fountain discusses his career, the Boulder (Hoover) Dam, and the Democratic Party.

Archival Collection

Jean Whitcher oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01966

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jean Whitcher conducted by Michele deHoll on March 12, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Witcher discusses arriving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1932 and describes the construction of Boulder (Hoover) Dam, Fremont Street before it was fully paved, and social life in Las Vegas at the time. Witcher then recalls her work in costume repair and construction as a seamstress at the El Rancho Hotel and Casino. Later, Witcher discusses her work in costume design and recalls some of her more memorable designs.

Archival Collection

Ernest O. Crawford oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00445

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ernest O. Crawford conducted by Michael Crawford on October 26, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Ernest discusses Stewart Ranch, Kyle Ranch, Boulder (Hoover) Dam, Fremont Street, and the changes that Southern Nevada had during the construction of the dam.

Archival Collection

George Smith oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02566

Abstract

Oral history interview with George Smith conducted by Dennis McBride on June 28, 2002 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Smith discusses his life as a priest of the Christian Orthodox church and a gay man. He describes his experiences living in an Orthodox monastery, his interactions with the gay community of Las Vegas, Nevada since the 1960s, and other gay priests Smith has known. Smith also details bringing in speakers for talks with his gay congregation to provide information on topics including sexually transmitted diseases and careers. He concludes by discussing his involvement with gay student groups at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

George Marshall oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03290

Abstract

Oral history interview with George Marshall conducted by Dottie Adams on February 02, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Marshall discusses politics while he was the Justice of the Peace in 1938, and District Judge in 1940. Marshall later talks about the above ground atomic test, economic and environmental changes, and gambling in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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

Eldon G. Cooper oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00422

Abstract

Oral history interview with Eldon G. Cooper conducted by Kamal Wilhelm on March 03, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Cooper first talks about his background and his eventual move to Las Vegas, Nevada before describing the recreational activities in which he and his family participated. He later describes the atomic testing, environmental changes, modes of transportation, social changes, and tourism in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection