Oral History Interview with Jack Weil, 1986 April 1

Item

Identifier: B098.01.0006.00134

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Abstract

Topics covered- Jack Weil came to Denver in 1928 as a garter salesman. Business enterprises, store ownership and in particular selling Western wear, he was the CEO and founder of Rockmount Ranch Wear. Talks a little bit about prejudice.

Dates

1986 April 1

Creator

Weil, Jack A., 1904 - 2010 (Interviewee, Person)

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Extent

1 Items (1 sound tape cassette)

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Scope and Contents

From the Series:

Series 1 consists of the recorded oral histories of individuals and, occasionally, groups of individuals representing Jewish organizations. Many of the interviewees are descendants of early Colorado Jewish pioneers or were Jewish newcomers to the state in the beginning of the 20th century. The interviews document Jewish history in Colorado in the 20th century.