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Eleanor Scholl oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01642

Abstract

Oral history interview with Eleanor Scholl conducted by Ryk Galloway on March 13, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Scholl discusses her experiences living in Las Vegas, Nevada. She talks about the changes in Las Vegas since the 1950s, and the Helldorado parade.

Archival Collection

Margie Llorente Gonzales oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03804

Abstract

Oral history interview with Marietta "Margie" Llorente Gonzales conducted by Cecilia Winchell, Vanessa Concepcion, and Stefani Evans on November 1 and 22, 2021 for Reflections: The Las Vegas Asian American and Pacific Islander Oral History Project. Margie Llorente-Gonzales discusses her upbringing in Manila, the Philippines and her family history within the country, recalling the lives of her parents, grandparents, and great grandparents. She talks about her childhood, educational pursuits, and courtship with her husband in the Philippines. Margie shares how she and her husband immigrated to the United States, how she adapted to her new life as an immigrant dependent on her extended family, and how she and her husband came to settle in Las Vegas. She talks about her artistic pursuits in the forms of dance choreography and performing, scriptwriting, broadcasting, and publishing newsletters. Margie also discusses her employment at McCarran Airport and her political activism, canvassing, and committee work in the Philippines and the United States.

Archival Collection

Robert C. Maxson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01228

Abstract

Oral history interview with Robert Maxson conducted by David Emerson on May 15, 2007 for the UNLV @ 50 Oral History Project. In this interview Robert Maxson, the president of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from 1984 to 1994 discusses securing funding for an engineering school, facilitating its accreditation, and obtaining funding for an honors program.

Archival Collection

Donn Blake oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00201

Abstract

Oral history interview with Donn Blake conducted by George Kostic on April 17, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Blake discusses his role as a Special Projects Coordinator for the City of Las Vegas, Nevada and the various roles he held in historical preservation. Blake also discusses how Las Vegas has grown and evolved over the years. He describes the changes in airport locations over time and mentions the need for historical preservation.

Archival Collection

Nicholas Popovich oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01492

Abstract

Oral history interview with Nicholas Popovich conducted by James Popovich on March 15, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Nicholas discusses working in casinos and the rise of gaming in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nicholas also talks about the changes in Las Vegas and how casinos changed the methods of operations throughout the city.

Archival Collection

Larry L. Woodrum oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02019

Abstract

Oral history interview with Larry L. Woodrum conducted by Michael T. Groome on March 11, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Woodrum discusses banking in Southern Nevada. Woodrum then describes the growth in population of Las Vegas, Nevada, and explains why banking is important. Lastly, he discusses the advancement of banking in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Dode Worsham oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02979

Abstract

Oral history interview with Dr. Dode Worsham conducted by Sheila Scarborough on June 28, 2007 for the Public School Principalship Oral History Project. In this interview, Dr. Worsham reflects upon her career as a teacher and administrator with Nevada’s Clark County School District (CCSD). She discusses the process by which she became an administrator, her working relationships with teachers and other administrators, and her approach to school administration at Ruth Fyfe Elementary School.

Archival Collection

George E. Franklin oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00616

Abstract

Oral history interview with George E. Franklin conducted by Diane Hunsley on March 08, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Franklin discusses his personal history in Nevada, atomic testing, Howard Hughes, and his law experience.

Archival Collection

Alonzo Anderson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00031

Abstract

Oral history interview with Alonzo A. Anderson conducted by Lowell H. Townley on February 21, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Anderson discussing being the fourth licensed veterinarian in southern Nevada and his profession in general. He also discusses his political position, social activities, family life, and his religious affiliations. Digital audio and transcript available.

Archival Collection

Saul Wixson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02006

Abstract

Oral history interview with Saul Wixson conducted by Ralph Goudy on March 07, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Wixson discusses the construction of Boulder (Hoover) Dam and the work of Frank Crowe, chief engineer of Boulder (Hoover). Wixson also discusses the process and work required to construct the dam and his opinion of the dam as it was being completed.

Archival Collection