Westminster Historical Society (Westminster, Colo.)

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Tom Green was the president of First National Bank of Westminster, the City's oldest bank. Chairman of the Downtown Westminster Redevelopment Committee. Also served on the Westminster District 50 Chamber of Commerce

Abstract Wife of Carl Hawkinson-Red and White Store -- Bought store in 1933. -- Collected money for water bill, telephone bill -- Packages wrapped to send to service people. Would call the store when there was fire, and we let others know where the fire was. Driving tests given at the store by Carl. In 1937 the Library was moved from the elementary school to a corner of their store. Park was used for holidays -- Rodeos on 73rd Ave. Hawkinson, Carl and Marguerite immediately became involved in their...

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Oral History discussion by Henry Gregory and Matilda Campbell about the early means of transportation in Westminster, CO and the Westminster University. Persons of note mentioned in the interview: Mrs. O'Gorman and J.N. Husted. -- Transportation -- Interurban -- local stops -- Westminster University -- Classes -- grounds -- Lowell Blvd -- Irrigation -- Farmer's Highline Canal -- Allen Ditch

Abstract KATHERYN HERMAN Katheryn and her family moved to Westminster in 1951 and she began working for the City of Westminster as a file clerk on a part-time basis. She was elected as Westminster City Clerk in 1953 and while elections are stressful for the candidate her children enjoyed election time as they got to make signs and were allowed to stay up late on election night. Later the position of Westminster City Clerk became an appointed position. During her time with the city she helped guide...

Abstract KATHERYN HERMAN Katheryn and her family moved to Westminster in 1951 and she began working for the City of Westminster as a file clerk on a part-time basis. She was elected as Westminster City Clerk in 1953 and while elections are stressful for the candidate her children enjoyed election time as they got to make signs and were allowed to stay up late on election night. Later the position of Westminster City Clerk became an appointed position. During her time with the city she helped guide...

Abstract George Hovorka In the 1970?s then a City Council member speaks of growth & development, permit limitations, depending on submissions of the most attractive designs, landscaping, water and energy conservation features thus bringing higher quality developments to Westminster. In 1976 George served as Mayor Pro-Tem then 1983 George was named Mayor. Discussion of implementing the ward system for Westminster, instead of the at-large vote, development of City Park Recreation Center, opening...

Abstract Interview with Mary O. McLiman, Wanda C. West, Jenny Bashline, Marguerite Hawkinson, Don Hereford, Matilda (Til) Campbell and others realling the early days of Westminster. People of note mentioned in the interview: Ruth OlsenAlbert Radinsky, Jennie Rudolph, Helen Campbell Wolman, Jess Bowles, Thomas H. Gibson, and Frederick G. Bonfils. -- Clubs -- Housedress Club -- Fortnightly Club -- -- Rudolph Family -- Jennie Rudolph -- Julia Rudolph -- Walter Rudolph -- Bowles Family -- Jess Bowles...

Abstract Wife of A.V. Wilson; Married A.V.Wilson December 23, 1923. Moved to Westminster in 1952, where they built their home by hand at 7450 Bradburn Blvd. Iva & A.V. had three children. Mrs. Wilson was a member of the charter convention in 1957 to write a city charter. A.V. was mayor of Westminster Aug. 1957 to Dec. 1957 following the resignation of Francis M. Day. Organizations: Friends of the Westminster Library, Westminster United Presbyterian Church, helped launch Westminster Meals on...

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Iver's father Andrew bought land at 68th Ave & Knox Court in 1910 where Iver was born. In 1947 Iver was promoted from Athletic Director to principal of Union High School. Iver spent 40 years educating youngsters in District 50 as a teacher, coach, principal of Westminster High School and for the last 25 years as superintendent of the school district

Abstract Interview with Carl Jacobson of his recollections of the early days of Westminster, CO. Persons of note mentioned in the interview: A. V. Wilson, Pomponio Family, Margaret Hanks, LaVerne Glasgow, Mary Williams, Doc Shipman, Alma White, Fred Strawson, Harvey Thompson, and Leo Bryant. -- Fire Department Formation -- First Fire Station and Equipment -- Oil Can Hil (81st and Federal -- US 36 -- Boulder Turnpike -- Francis Day -- Pomponio's -- 72nd & Federal -- Chitwood Center --...