Skip to main content

Westminster (Colo.) -- History

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 58 Collections and/or Records:

Oral History Interview with Henry Gregory and Matilda ("Til") Campbell Tape #1, 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C026
Abstract

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

Dates: 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Herman, Katheryn; Hellbusch, Ron; Wurl, Leon;, 1975?, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C044
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...
Dates: 1975?; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Herman, Katheryn; Hellbusch, Ron; Wurl, Leon, 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-044
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...
Dates: 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Hovorka, George, circa 1986, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C048
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...
Dates: circa 1986; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Hyland Hills Mobile Home Park Group, circa 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C011
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...
Dates: circa 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Iva Wilson, 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C047
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...
Dates: 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Iver Ranum, circa 1975

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C035
Abstract

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

Dates: circa 1975
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Jacobson, Carl (a), 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C014
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 --...
Dates: 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Jacobson, Carl (b), 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C015
Abstract

-- Fire Department Formation -- Training -- Grange -- Civil Defense -- Ration Board -- Selection Service Advisory Board -- Sanitation District -- Dutton -- Francis Day -- Politics -- Canvassing-- Home Rule -- Charter Convention-- Municipal Finance -- Francis Day-- Lion's Club -- Westminster Lodge-- District 50 Rescue Unit -- Library Board

Dates: 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Oral History Interview with Jerry Royther, circa 1975, 2006 September 18

 Item
Identifier: WHS-C050
Abstract

Jerry Royther served as director of parks and recreation starting in 1978. 'We tried to balance parks around the City, building first in one quadrant, then another." The balancing act was difficult at times, he said, especially with twenty-eight subdivisions developing and everybody wanting their park first." Royther talks of development of parks, recreation centers and partnership with Hyland Hills Recreation District. Park names connection with Westminster, England.

Dates: circa 1975; Digitization: 2006 September 18
Found in: Special Collections and Archives / U358, A Sound Model Digital Archive / Westminster Historical Society

Staff Interface | Visit ArchivesSpace.org | v3.3.1 | Send Feedback or Report a Problem