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Clare Woodbury oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02015

Abstract

Oral history interview with Doctor Clare Woodbury conducted by Ralph Roske on September 12, 1974 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Woodbury discusses education and medicine as well as sharing his experiences in the medical field in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Kathleen Fuson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00641

Abstract

Oral history interview with Kathleen Fuson conducted by Lance Goss on March 04, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Fuson discusses her life in Las Vegas, Nevada including her employment history, her knowledge about the Boulder (Hoover) Dam, the desert’s flora and fauna, and the education system.

Archival Collection

Hugh Key oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01016

Abstract

Oral history interview with Hugh Key conducted by Bob Bush on February 21, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Key discusses spending over thirty years in Las Vegas, Nevada. His wife, Mrs. Key, is also present during the interview and offers a few remarks.

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Mary E. Habbart oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00758

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mary Habbart conducted by Jane Finfrock on February 28, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Habbart first talks about her move to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1920 and her husband’s subsequent employment. She also talks about the first casinos, the development of the university campus, visits of U.S. presidents, and the Mormon Fort. She also discusses the Helldorado Parade, flash floods, snowing in Las Vegas, her role in developing Sunset Park, her family, and her education.

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Vaughan O. Holt oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00883

Abstract

Oral history interview with Vaughan O. Holt conducted by Lee LaVecchia on February 22, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Holt offers an overview on marriage and family life in Las Vegas, Nevada. He also discusses local transportation, education, and occupations. He also talks about pollution, tourism, railroads, and the development of the Las Vegas Strip.

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Al Pehlke oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01458

Abstract

Oral history interview with Al Pehlke conducted by Pete Domphase on April 02, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Pehlke gives a recollection of his life in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pehlke also gives a detailed description of the above ground atomic bomb testing.

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Gary Pratt oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01507

Abstract

Oral history interview with Gary Pratt conducted by Ron Reda on March 16, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Pratt discusses the growth of early Southern Nevada. He talks about population growth, economic changes, and crime in early Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Jon Vogel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01884

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jon Vogel conducted by Carol A. Fitzgerald on March 29, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Vogel discusses his personal history in Las Vegas, Nevada. Vogel describes moving to Las Vegas as a child in 1943 and growing up in the city. He talks about his cement and landscaping business and the projects he has worked on for the city of Las Vegas. Vogel's wife, Tootie Vogel, later joins the interview, and together they discuss musicians and entertainment in Las Vegas. Lastly, they describe how Las Vegas has changed since the 1940s.

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Robert Mather oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01216

Abstract

Oral history interview with Robert Mather conducted by Ed Bussard on February 09, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Mather discusses living in Boulder City, Nevada, moving to Las Vegas, Nevada after his military service, and later discusses additional work experience. He also touches upon his political views, his opinion on gambling, and changes in Las Vegas over time.

Archival Collection

Charles A. Baumert oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00169

Abstract

Oral history interview with Charles A. Baumert conducted by James M. Greene on October 31, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Bauret discusses the Hoover Dam construction, Boulder City, Nevada history, and the closing of Six Companies Inc. operations at Hoover Dam.

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