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Charles Brinker oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00252

Abstract

Oral history interview with Charles Brinker conducted by Doug Coombs on March 19, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Brinker discusses his experiences living in Southern Nevada and his career in carpentry. Brinker also discusses his background in watch repair, his move to Las Vegas, Nevada from West Virginia, his experiences in homesteading, grocery shopping in early Las Vegas, the building of his house for his family, and his various jobs and projects as a carpenter.

Archival Collection

Wilverna Leavitt oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01074

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wilvera Leavitt conducted by Pat van Betten on October 30, 2012 for the History of Blue Diamond Village in Nevada Oral History Project. In this interview, Leavitt talks about growing up in the township of Arden, Nevada. She talked about her father’s employment for the Blue Diamond Mine, the water tower in Arden, and moving to Mesquite, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Clifford Kemple oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01007

Abstract

Oral history interview with Clifford Kemple conducted by Paul Wilkins on April 4, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Kemple discusses his early life in Goodsprings, Nevada; Las Vegas, Nevada, and changes that he has noticed in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Bradley Rothermel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01605

Abstract

Oral history interview with Bradley Rothermel conducted by Claytee D. White on July 31, 2006 for the UNLV @ 50 Oral History Project. Rothermel discusses his career as a coach for the Chicago Cubs and athletic director at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) from 1981 to 1990, as well as the history of the athletic programs at UNLV.

Archival Collection

Jillian Hrushowy oral history interviews

Identifier

OH-00901

Abstract

Oral history interviews with Jillian Hrushowy conducted by Joyce Marshall on October 11, 1995 and October 26, 1995 for the Women's Research Institute of Nevada (WRIN) Las Vegas Women Oral History Project. In this interview, Hrushowy describes her dance career, which started in Paris, France. Hrushowy then goes on to describe how her career moved her to Las Vegas, Nevada and the shows she performed in. Further, Hrushowy describes her performance schedule and experiences as a young dancer. Lastly Hrushowy discusses recreation activities in Las Vegas in the 1960s and 1970s.

Archival Collection

Rena Lees oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01096

Abstract

Oral history interview with Rena Lees conducted by Bill Young on March 19, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Lees talks about her experience living in Las Vegas, Nevada from the 1930s to 1950s. She specifically talks about growing up in Las Vegas and the mob's influence throughout the city. She also discusses her family and her career working at Sunrise Hospital.

Archival Collection

Sandra Peña oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03161

Abstract

Oral history interview with Sandra Peña conducted by Lada Mead and Stefani Evans on March 27, 2017 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. Peña recalls the family move to Porterville, California, and her work with Parson’s Dillingham, a contractor for the Metrolink rail system. She then discusses the link between the Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas, Nevada construction communities. Peña also discusses her ability to gain employment in Las Vegas at Parson’s and her move to Richardson Construction.

Archival Collection

John Friel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00632

Abstract

Oral history interview with John Friel conducted by James Friel on February 29, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Friel discusses his knowledge of his family’s personal history in Tonopah, Nevada during the 1940s, the growth of railroads, and population changes.

Archival Collection

Stanley Goldstein oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00694

Abstract

Oral history interview with Stanley Goldstein conducted by Carol A. Semendoff on October 25, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. This interview covers Goldstein’s personal historical profile as a Las Vegas, Nevada resident. Also during this interview, Goldstein discusses the Strip, gambling, prostitution, and the history of the major casinos.

Archival Collection

Billie Milton oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01306

Abstract

Oral history interview with Billie Milton conducted by John Losky on May 05, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Milton discusses moving to Las Vegas, Nevada from New York state in 1948. Milton discusses her family life and her career as a housekeeper. She also discusses hotels and casinos in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection