Skis and skiing -- Utah -- History -- Sources
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 61 Collections and/or Records:
Robert C. Ecker scrapbooks
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2218
Abstract
The Robert C. Ecker scrapbooks (1933-1937) consist of two volumes that highlight ski competitions held at Ecker Hill Utah.
Dates:
1933-1937
Sarah "Sally" Cousins Elliott papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2428
Abstract
The Sally Cousins Elliott papers (1972-1997) contain an account of Elliott's career as a ski instructor during the 1985s-1990s as well as her participation with the Amateur Ski Instructors Association (ASIA) and the Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA).
Dates:
1972-1997
Alan K. Engen ski video collection
Collection
Identifier: A0402
Abstract
The Alan K. Engen ski video collection (1996-1998) contains movies produced or created by Alan Engen dealing with the legacy of his father Alf Engen (1909-1997), an internationally recognized skier and luminary in skiing education in Utah and the American West. Alan Engen is an accomplished competitive skier, administrator and ski historian.
Dates:
1996-1998
Alf Engen papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1006
Abstract
The Alf Engen papers (1915-1972) contain photocopied news clippings and mementos gathered by Alf Engen's mother concerning Engen's international Nordic and Alpine skiing careers. Alf Engen was a United States, Olympic, and world champion ski jumper who served as a consultant to the U.S. Army ski forces during World War II. He founded the Alf Engen Ski School at Alta, Utah. Click here to view digitized...
Dates:
1915-1972
Alf Engen ski video collection
Collection
Identifier: A0391
Abstract
The Alf Engen ski video collection (1938-2004) contains footage that reveals the evolution of the sport of skiing and of ski facilities and resorts, including news reports and interviews featuring Engen and footage Engen competeing in National Championship events, instructing ski school, and skiing with family and friends. Alf Engen was an internationally recognized Nordic and Alpine skier instrumental in the development of the ski industry in Utah and the American West.
Dates:
1938-2004
Corey (Kaare) Engen scrapbooks [photocopies]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1401
Abstract
The Corey (Kaare) Engen scrapbooks (1933-1991) contain three photocopied scrapbooks that focus on Corey Engen's skiing career.
Dates:
1933-1991
Melvin Henry Fletcher scrapbook [photocopy]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2033
Abstract
The Melvin Henry Fletcher scrapbook (1918-1963) is a color copy of Fletcher's lifetime scrapbook, which consists of certificates, awards, news clippings, and a column written by Mel while living in San Diego. Fletcher was born in Park City, Utah in 1918. He served twice in the U.S. Navy and wrote a column in Aircraft Mechanic about ice skating events. He competed in ski jumping and was well-known in the skiing community.
Dates:
1918-1963
Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook [photocopy]
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1586
Abstract
The Einar Fredbo skiing scrapbook (1930-1934) consists of a photocopy of the original that was kept by Einar Fredbo and contains clippings regarding skiing activities, particularly ski jumping, in Utah and the western United States. Clippings document the activities of Fredbo, Alf Engen, and other skiers. Many clippings document ski jumping competitions held at Ecker Hill. Einar Fredbo was a ski jumper in Utah and the western United States.
Dates:
1930-1934
Jim Gaddis papers
Collection
Identifier: MS 0592
Abstract
The Jim Gaddis papers (1955-2001) consist mainly of news clippings and scrapbooks concerning Gaddis (b. 1940), an award-winning ski champion from Utah. Correspondence and other miscellaneous materials are also included.
Dates:
1955-2001
Harold Judd Goodro papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1898
Abstract
The Harold Judd Goodro papers (1946-1997) contain biographical information, news clippings, and copies of the Wasatch Rambler. Goodro helped to organize the first ski club at Salt Lake City's West High School in the 1930s and he was a founding member of the Alta Ski Patrol in 1938. He worked for Utah Power and Light Co. for forty years and was an instructor in the Dept. of Recreation and Leisure at the University of Utah, as well as coordinator of the Outdoor...
Dates:
1946-1997