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Manners and customs

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 54 Collections and/or Records:

Oral History Interview with Thelma Kauffman, 1986

 Item
Identifier: M054.01.0002.00001
Abstract

Thelma Kauffman shares her memories of the University Park area of Denver, Colorado, including the professions of the residents in the area, local schools, and local churches. She also provides a brief history of Chamberlin Observatory and the house that was built for Herbert Alonzo Howe, the University of Denver astronomy professor and dean who founded the observatory.

Dates: 1986

Oral History Interview with Theresa and Elizabeth Taylor, 1986

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Identifier: M054.01.0002.00017
Abstract

Theresa Taylor and her daughter, Elizabeth Taylor, recount details about the University Park neighborhood including local churches, the proximity of schools and recreational facilities for children, and the diverse ethnicity of the individuals who live in the area.

Dates: 1986

Oral History Interview with Veta Schairer, 1986

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Identifier: M054.01.0002.00012
Abstract Veta Schairer shares her memories about the University Park area of Denver, Colorado, including details about defunct businesses in the neighborhood including a grocery store at E. Evans Avenue and S. Milwaukee Street, as well as a convenience store at the elementary school. She confirms that the University Park neighborhood was well established and was populated by professionals when she moved to the area in 1955 or 1956. Schairer also discusses public transportation and the public and...
Dates: 1986

Oral History Interview with Walt Wendelin, 1986

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Identifier: M054.01.0002.00021
Abstract

Walt Wendelin relates general information about the University Park area of Denver, Colorado, including transportation systems, businesses, churches and schools in the neighborhood. Wendelin also discusses the fact that the homes on his block were built in 1950 for servicemen returning from World War II, and he gives details on the prices and loan terms of these homes.

Dates: 1986