Heritage Colorado
Found in 130 Collections and/or Records:
Iona Wakefield for Colorado Reflections
Jack Fitzpatrick for Colorado Reflections
Jack Fitzpatrick, a Colorado broadcaster describes growing up in La Junta and Pueblo, moving to Denver, how WWI impacted his life, and describes his entry into the broadcasting industry. Describes the Great Depression in 1929 and the impact on many industries as well as how broadcasting profession helped people during the Depression. Fitzpatrick reflects on programming and coverage of ballroom dance events, big band performances at Trocadero Ballroom at Elitches, and baseball games.
Jake and Molly Schmunk oral history interview
Jake and his wife, Molly Schmunk are interviewed by John Stencil.
Jeanne Williams for Colorado Reflections
Jerry McCarthy for Colorado Reflections, 1983
Jerry McCarthy recalls his times in Denver and Greeley, including his memories of the snow storm of 1913, the Great Depression, and his 26 years at the Denver Fire Department.
John Norwood for Colorado Reflections
John Norwood reflects on his father's employment in the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad Company and his childhood, which included many moves across the country. Norwood discusses writing "Rio Grande Narrow Gauge" about the railroad, his research behind the book, and the history of the narrow gauge built by William Palmer.
Joseph Reilly for Colorado Reflections
Joseph (Joe) Reilly, a retired Denver policeman, discusses his childhood and first job working at Gates Rubber Company in Denver. Reflects on his 28 career as a policeman in Denver, including Denver Police training in the 1920s, prohibition, police corruption, and the condition of prisons and jails. Reilly discusses the changes in the way that police officers are treated in the community, the evolution of police tools, and changes in training.
Kay Zinky for Colorado Reflections
Kay Zinky, born in Rocky Ford, reflects on living in Colorado Springs, her connections to Mrs. Spencer Penrose and her memories of the Broadmoor hotel. Zinky discusses her experience performing for the troops during WWI and WWII and the changes to Colorado Springs after the Air Force Academy opened. Kay Zinky details her research on the B'hai faith and ʻAbduʼl-Bahá's visit to Colorado in 1912.
Larry Crittendon for Colorado Reflections
L.E. Clement for Colorado Reflections
L.E. Clement, also known as Clemmie, was born in Denver in 1909. Reflects on recreation activities at the Rocky Mountain Lake including a playground, tennis courts, sledding, and ice skating. Clements reminisces on swimming at Berkeley Lake. Reflects on becoming the first Colorado woman parachute jumper, jumping from a biplane. Recalls the fourth of July celebrations with fireworks and baseball games. Describes the games the neighborhood children played in the summer.
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