Skip to main content

The story of Hoover / Boulder Dam, 1931-1935

 File — Box: 13, Folder: 21

Scope and Contents

From the Collection: The Wilbur H. Smith photograph collection contain mining and geology photos collected by Wilbur H. Smith (1913-1988), a former division geologist for Kennecott Copper Corporation. The collection is divided into three sections and contains personal and family photos, mining and geology, and personal travel photos and postcards. The collection contains information on smelting, railroads, and the United States Geological Survey; Bingham, Utah, and the nearby Kennecott Copper mine; prominent miners in Utah; and national and international mining organizations and areas.

Dates

  • 1931-1935

Language of Materials

From the Collection: Collection materials are in English.

Conditions Governing Access

Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.

Extent

From the Collection: 17 Boxes

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository

Contact:
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863