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Oral histories

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Genre/Form Terms

Found in 132 Collections and/or Records:

African American oral history project

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2840
Abstract

The African American oral history project (1971-1973) contains interviews with people who resided in Utah during the Depression and World War II era. Those interviewed discuss their experience being African American in Utah during this time. Items discussed include difficulty finding housing and jobs as well as discrimination in public areas and from neighbors. Audio is also available for the interviews.

Dates: 1971-1973

Woody Anderson papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1233
Abstract

The Woody Anderson papers (1956-1991) contain news clippings, brochures, travel guides, correspondence, resumes, and a typescript of a two-part interview with Anderson, conducted in 1990 by Joe Arave.

Dates: 1956-1991

Harold Bauman papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2836
Abstract

The Harold Bauman papers (1919-2008) contains a variety of medical white papers, research on Ammon Hennacy (a Christian radical activist), and oral history interviews conducted by students of Dr. Bauman with veterans of the Vietnam War. Bauman was an Associate Professor of History of Science and Medicine at the University of Utah.

Dates: 1919-2008

Bear Lake resorts and recreation collection

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0524
Abstract

The Bear Lake resorts and recreation collection (1921-2001) was compiled by Shelby Peterson and consists of oral histories by Bryan Booth, Virginia Alvira Booth Taylor Bolton and Doris Rich Boggess. Also included is an article written by F. John Roberts entitled, "The Resort." The collection discusses the history of Bear Lake in Utah.

Dates: 1921-2001

William Harroun Behle papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0576
Abstract

The William Harroun Behle papers (1889-2003) encompass a wide range of Dr. Behle's professional life at the University of Utah and in particular, the area of ornithology.

Dates: 1889-2003

Davis Bitton oral histories and autobiographies collection

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0039
Abstract

The Davis Bitton oral histories and autobiographies collection (1966-2005) contains transcripts of oral histories conducted as an assignment for History 110 at the University of Utah. The interviews cover a wide range of Utah history, politics, government, and every day life. Bitton taught history at the University of Utah from 1966 to 1995.

Dates: 1966-2005

Ambrosina Colombo Bonza oral history interview

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0807
Abstract

The Ambrosina Colombo Bonza oral history interview (1979) was conducted by Floyd A. O'Neil of the University of Utah American West Center. Bonza was an Italian immigrant to Carbon County, Utah. She discusses her life in Carbon County, her family, and social conditions.

Dates: 1979

Mary Lythgoe Bradford papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1830
Abstract

The Mary Lythgoe Bradford papers (1936-1994) contain personal writing, research, and manuscripts written by Mary Lythgoe Bradford, a LDS poet, author, and literary critic. Materials predominantly consist of her research and drafts of the biography of Lowell Bennion, Lowell L. Bennion: Teacher, Counselor, Humanitarian.

Dates: 1936-1994

Brigham Young University oral history projects [transcripts]

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0268
Abstract The Brigham Young University oral history projects (1963-1977) consists of transcripts of tapes of oral history interviews with eighty-two persons conducted as part of a series of projects by the Charles Redd Center for Western Studies at Brigham Young University. Project topics include the Bamberger Railroad, BYU history, Charles Redd, the Interstate Brick Company, Labor in Utah, LDS chaplains, Polygamy, the Posey War, Provo City history, the San Rafael Swell, the Simpson Springs pony...
Dates: 1963-1977

Fawn McKay Brodie audio-visual collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0026
Abstract The Fawn McKay Brodie audio-visual collection (1946-1995, bulk 1971-1980) consists primarily of oral history interviews with people associated with President Richard Nixon, his life, his administartion, and the controversies surrounding it. Brodie conducted these interviews as part of the research for her 1981 book, Richard Nixon: The Shaping of his Character. In addition to Brodie's own interviews, the collection also contains archived dictation and radio...
Dates: 1946-1995; Majority of material found within 1971-1980

Duward and Esther Campbell oral history interview

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0441
Abstract

The Duward and Esther Campbell oral history interview (1969) consist of a transcript of an oral history interview between the Campbells and Everett L. Cooley in Vernal, Utah. Included is information on the history and geography of Brown's Park, Utah.

Dates: 1969

James S. Campbell papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0563
Abstract

The James S. Campbell papers (1928-1973) contain a transcript of the oral history of James S. Campbell and a handwritten copy of "The Lass o' Lasswade" by James Brookston (b.1855). Brookston was originally from Stobhill, Scotland. He became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in 1864 and moved to Utah in 1883.

Dates: 1928-1973

Ray R. Canning family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1550
Abstract

The Ray R. Canning family papers (1892-2004) are a collection of correspondence, pictures, personal emphemera, and reminiscences gathered by Ray and his wife Lois Cook Canning.

Dates: 1892-2004

Ramona Wilcox Cannon papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1862
Abstract The Ramona Wilcox Cannon papers (1863-1994) contain materials associated with the life of this Utah author and columnist (1887-1978). Included are family and professional correspondence, family history, "Mary Marker" articles, newspaper clippings, interview transcripts, copies and drafts of Mona's other writings, and other personal items such as scrapbooks, diaries, and notebooks. Cannon received bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Utah and studied at the Royal University...
Dates: 1863-1994

Larry Cappetto independent film collection

 Collection
Identifier: A0803
Abstract

The Larry Cappetto independent film collection (2004) consists of a documentary about the survivors of World War II's D-Day. Many of the veterans interviewd are Utah natives. Larry Cappetto is a Colorado based documentary filmmaker. This film premiered at the Salt Lake City Public Library.

Dates: 2004

Carbon County oral history project

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1479
Abstract

The Carbon County oral history project (1972-1993) consist of oral histories from residents of Carbon County, Utah. While the main emphasis is on living in coal mine country, the interviews are verbal snapshots of rural Utah life from the earliest settlers to as recently as 1993. Click here to view the digitized oral history transcripts.

Dates: 1972-1993

Barney B. Clark papers

 Collection
Identifier: MS 0670
Abstract The Barney B. Clark papers (1910-1984) provide information on the development of the Jarvik-7 artificial heart, the implantation of this heart into a human being, and on Barney Bailey Clark, the first authorized recipient of this artificial heart. The bulk of the collection consists of materials related to the writing of a story about Barney Clark and the artificial heart by Earl and Miriam Selby. Also included are materials collected by Una Loy Clark, Barney Clark's wife, including a...
Dates: 1910-1984

Ezra T. Clark family papers

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1528
Abstract The Ezra T. Clark papers (1849-1999) contain interviews, memoirs, mission papers, general family documents, and short histories of descendants of Ezra T. Clark (1823-1901) and his wives, Mary Stevenson Clark (1825-1911) and Susan Leggett Clark (1838-1902). Ezra T. Clark was a pioneer settler in Davis County, Utah. The histories include copies of biographies, memoirs, interviews, letters, photographs, newspaper articles, and other material pertaining to the lives of the various relatives....
Dates: 1849-1999

Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archive oral history project [transcripts]

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2947
Abstract The Aileen H. Clyde 20th Century Women's Legacy Archive oral history project (2013-2020) was created to record the personal histories of 20th century women; to record memories and emotions related to historical events and social change processes; and to explore women's participation in and response to social and cultural changes. The project is conducted by Resources for the Study of Social Engagement, a non-profit organization, and is supported in part by the Clyde Family Foundation and by...
Dates: 2013-2020

Everett L. Cooley oral history project

 Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0814
Abstract

The Everett L. Cooley oral history project is an ongoing oral history program designed to document the history of Utah with an emphasis on the interaction between the University of Utah and the local and regional communities.

Dates: 1983-2018