Transportation
Subject
Subject Source: Archiveswest
Found in 37 Collections and/or Records:
Cecil L. Mills, Jr. papers
Collection — Box 1: [Barcode: 31114042320244]
Identifier: ACCN 2833
Abstract
The Cecil L. Mills, Jr. papers (1958-2015) consists of copies of materials pertaining to auto racing in Utah. Included is information regarding concentrated hydrogen peroxide, advertisements for auto racing parts, a design review and operational requirements for rocket powered exhibition vehicles, and a license agreement. Mills was a mechanic and attempted to design the first pollution-free engine by using hydrogen peroxide.
Dates:
1958-2015
Overland Stage Lines memorabilia
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 0646
Abstract
The collection (1862-1911) consists of memorabilia of the Overland Stage Lines including a time table, a receipt, a check, and a waybill. Also included in the collection is correspondence and ephemera of Nathan Stein.
Dates:
1862-1911
Alvin G. and Lena M. Pack photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0500
Abstract
The Alvin G. and Lena M. Pack photograph collection contains photographs of KSL's coverage of auto racing at the Bonneville salt flats as well as personal photographs.
Dates:
1930-1955
Kenneth R. Prentiss papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1928
Abstract
The Kenneth R. Prentiss papers (1947-1970) contain correspondence, publications, reports, notes, and notebooks, mostly dealing with Prentiss's work in mechanical engineering on ventilating systems and water boiler systems for airplanes. Prentiss graduated from Purdue University with bachelor's and master's degrees in mechanical engineering. During World War II, he served in the United States Army Air Corps, and later worked in the aerospace industry.
Dates:
1947-1970
Pro-Utah photograph collection
Collection
Identifier: P0016
Abstract
The Pro-Utah photograph collection consists of photographs and slides of various aerospace related industries in Utah such as Hercules, Sperry, and Litton.
Dates:
1965-1977
Bernie A. Rhodes papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 1268
Abstract
The Bernie A. Rhodes papers (1971-1994) consist of typed manuscripts for D. B. Cooper: The Real McCoy and Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, written by Bernie Rhodes and Russell Calame; news articles; and other materials.
Dates:
1971-1994
William E. Rice papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2174
Abstract
The William E. Rice papers (1946) contain the Hite booklet, one of 200 souvenir copies commemorating the dedication ceremony of a ferry crossing for the Colorado River at Hite, Utah.
Dates:
1946
William D. "Bill" Rishel papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2140
Abstract
The William D. "Bill" Rishel papers (1925-1947) contain life sketches and clippings. Rishel was an automobile enthusiast from Utah.
Dates:
1925-1947
Douglas Shipley papers
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 2345
Abstract
The Douglas Shipley papers (1936-1937) contain newspaper descriptions of a plane crash in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
Dates:
1937
Don Strack railroad map collection
Collection
Identifier: ACCN 3036
Abstract
The Don Strack railroad map collection (1901-1986) documents the history of western railroads with the bulk of the materials focused on railroads in Utah. This collection includes maps from companies such as the Union Pacific Railroad Company, Bamberger Railroad Company, Salt Lake, Garfield & Western Railway, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railroad Company, Oregon Short Line Railroad Company, Denver and Rio Grande Western Railroad Company and others. Strack is an avid railroad historian and...
Dates:
1901-1986