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Oral history interview with Timothy J. Gauthier [Video 02]

Video 2. This oral history interview with Timothy J. Gauthier was conducted by Jim Strassmaier and recorded on video by Michael O'Rourke in the offices of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) in Portland, Oregon, on September 24, 2008. The interview was conducted as part of the Oregon Labor Oral History Program, which collects oral histories of individuals who have advocated for working people of Oregon.

In this interview, Gauthier discusses his family background and early life in Santa Barbara, California, including his memories of the anti-war protests during the 1960s, surfing, and his family's political and religious beliefs. He talks about his experience at Santa Barbara City College and at Southern Utah State College (now Southern Utah University). He discusses working for the NECA, including his job duties of working with local union chapters and conducting labor negotiations. He also talks about working with the IBEW. He describes the benefits the NECA provides to its members. He speaks about coming to Portland, Oregon, in the early 1980s and working alongside Ed Barnes of IBEW Local 48. He talks about how the recession of the early 1980s affected union members and labor negotiations, and describes NECA's and IBEW's response. He speaks at length about the establishment and success of the Market Recovery Program, which uses union dues to supplement union wages. He also talks about opposition and legal challenges to the program.

Gauthier discusses working with labor attorneys during labor negotiations. He talks about creating a drug testing program and explains the reasons why he felt drug testing was important for union members. He then describes the process of winning job contracts, including how the Market Recovery Program helps. He speaks about the mission and objectives of NECA; describes several of NECA's programs and organizational partnerships; and talks about national recognition for the Oregon-Columbia NECA chapter. He talks about the future of NECA, as well as NECA's charitable work. He closes the interview by discussing his family life.

Gauthier, Timothy J. (Timothy John), 1958-

Oral history interview with Timothy J. Gauthier [Video 01]

Video 1. This oral history interview with Timothy J. Gauthier was conducted by Jim Strassmaier and recorded on video by Michael O'Rourke in the offices of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) in Portland, Oregon, on September 24, 2008. The interview was conducted as part of the Oregon Labor Oral History Program, which collects oral histories of individuals who have advocated for working people of Oregon.

In this interview, Gauthier discusses his family background and early life in Santa Barbara, California, including his memories of the anti-war protests during the 1960s, surfing, and his family's political and religious beliefs. He talks about his experience at Santa Barbara City College and at Southern Utah State College (now Southern Utah University). He discusses working for the NECA, including his job duties of working with local union chapters and conducting labor negotiations. He also talks about working with the IBEW. He describes the benefits the NECA provides to its members. He speaks about coming to Portland, Oregon, in the early 1980s and working alongside Ed Barnes of IBEW Local 48. He talks about how the recession of the early 1980s affected union members and labor negotiations, and describes NECA's and IBEW's response. He speaks at length about the establishment and success of the Market Recovery Program, which uses union dues to supplement union wages. He also talks about opposition and legal challenges to the program.

Gauthier discusses working with labor attorneys during labor negotiations. He talks about creating a drug testing program and explains the reasons why he felt drug testing was important for union members. He then describes the process of winning job contracts, including how the Market Recovery Program helps. He speaks about the mission and objectives of NECA; describes several of NECA's programs and organizational partnerships; and talks about national recognition for the Oregon-Columbia NECA chapter. He talks about the future of NECA, as well as NECA's charitable work. He closes the interview by discussing his family life.

Gauthier, Timothy J. (Timothy John), 1958-

Oral history interview with Bill Schonely [Video 03]

Session 1, Part 3. This oral history interview with Bill Schonely was conducted by Jack McArthur and Ian Strauss at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, on July 24, 2019. Franklin High School history teacher Gregory J.K. García was also present. The interview was conducted as part of the Franklin Historical Society Oral History Program, which aims to preserve the oral history projects of Advanced Placement (AP) History students at Franklin High School in Portland. The interview was conducted in one session. In this interview, Schonely discusses his early interest in radio broadcasting, particularly his experience with Armed Forces Radio while he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He then briefly talks about his broadcasting career after his discharge, before speaking at length about his three decades as a sports announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers. He describes receiving the job offer from Trail Blazers owner Harry Glickman, putting together a radio station to broadcast games, and the naming of the team. He shares his memories of the Portland Trail Blazers; talks about changes in management, coaching, and the players of the team; and describes the Trail Blazers' 1976 NBA championship win. He also talks about some of the difficulties the team had, including player injuries, play-off losses, and earning the moniker "Jail Blazers" in the early 2000s. He discusses being laid off in 1998 and his return to the Trail Blazers as Ambassador in 2003. He closes the interview by sharing his hopes for the team's 50th season and advice for aspiring broadcasters, and he reflects upon the highlights of his career.

Schonely, Bill (William W.), 1929-

Oral history interview with Bill Schonely [Video 02]

Session 1, Part 2. This oral history interview with Bill Schonely was conducted by Jack McArthur and Ian Strauss at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, on July 24, 2019. Franklin High School history teacher Gregory J.K. García was also present. The interview was conducted as part of the Franklin Historical Society Oral History Program, which aims to preserve the oral history projects of Advanced Placement (AP) History students at Franklin High School in Portland. The interview was conducted in one session. In this interview, Schonely discusses his early interest in radio broadcasting, particularly his experience with Armed Forces Radio while he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He then briefly talks about his broadcasting career after his discharge, before speaking at length about his three decades as a sports announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers. He describes receiving the job offer from Trail Blazers owner Harry Glickman, putting together a radio station to broadcast games, and the naming of the team. He shares his memories of the Portland Trail Blazers; talks about changes in management, coaching, and the players of the team; and describes the Trail Blazers' 1976 NBA championship win. He also talks about some of the difficulties the team had, including player injuries, play-off losses, and earning the moniker "Jail Blazers" in the early 2000s. He discusses being laid off in 1998 and his return to the Trail Blazers as Ambassador in 2003. He closes the interview by sharing his hopes for the team's 50th season and advice for aspiring broadcasters, and he reflects upon the highlights of his career.

Schonely, Bill (William W.), 1929-

Oral history interview with Bill Schonely [Video 01]

Session 1, Part 1. This oral history interview with Bill Schonely was conducted by Jack McArthur and Ian Strauss at the Moda Center in Portland, Oregon, on July 24, 2019. Franklin High School history teacher Gregory J.K. García was also present. The interview was conducted as part of the Franklin Historical Society Oral History Program, which aims to preserve the oral history projects of Advanced Placement (AP) History students at Franklin High School in Portland. The interview was conducted in one session. In this interview, Schonely discusses his early interest in radio broadcasting, particularly his experience with Armed Forces Radio while he served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He then briefly talks about his broadcasting career after his discharge, before speaking at length about his three decades as a sports announcer for the Portland Trail Blazers. He describes receiving the job offer from Trail Blazers owner Harry Glickman, putting together a radio station to broadcast games, and the naming of the team. He shares his memories of the Portland Trail Blazers; talks about changes in management, coaching, and the players of the team; and describes the Trail Blazers' 1976 NBA championship win. He also talks about some of the difficulties the team had, including player injuries, play-off losses, and earning the moniker "Jail Blazers" in the early 2000s. He discusses being laid off in 1998 and his return to the Trail Blazers as Ambassador in 2003. He closes the interview by sharing his hopes for the team's 50th season and advice for aspiring broadcasters, and he reflects upon the highlights of his career.

Schonely, Bill (William W.), 1929-

Oral history interview with Cecil L. Edwards [Video 01]

Video 1. This oral history interview with Cecil L. Edwards was conducted by Alfred Jones on behalf of the Marion County Historical Society in Salem, Oregon. The interview was held at Edwards' home in Salem on February 20, 1995. In this interview, Edwards discusses his family background, his early life and education in Salem, and his service in the National Guard. He also talks about his early involvement with the Oregon Legislature as a secretary, including an anecdote on the fire that destroyed the Capitol building in 1935. Edwards then discusses his activities after becoming chief clerk of the House of Representatives in 1963, and then secretary of the Senate in 1965. He also talks about some of the governors that he served under, as well as Abigail Scott Duniway and woman suffrage. He discusses landmark legislation, including the Bottle Bill; the state archives; and his interest in Arabian horses.

Edwards, Cecil L.

Oral history interview with Frank Ivancie [Session 02, Video]

Video 2. In the second interview session, conducted on April 18, 2001, Ivancie discusses his work on the Portland Development Commission during his time on the Portland City Council. He talks about major construction projects the PDC worked on, including Memorial Coliseum and Tom McCall Waterfront Park. He discusses how the PDC worked with Portland Mayor Neil Goldschmidt, speaks about people he worked with on the city council, and shares his thoughts about Portland's form of government. He describes the transition to Connie McCready as mayor. He shares his reasons for supporting the construction of the Mount Hood Freeway, discusses the design and construction of the Portland Building and the Portlandia statue, and talks about his accomplishments overseeing the Water Bureau. He speaks about Portland's response to the ashfall resulting from the 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens. He closes the interview by discussing how Portland has changed since he left office in 1985, sharing his opinion about city government at the time of the interview, and talking about the 2000 presidential election.

Ivancie, Francis J.

Oral history interview with Frank Ivancie [Session 01, Video]

Video 1. In the first interview session, conducted on April 17, 2001, Ivancie discusses his family background and early life in Marble, Minnesota, and talks about the history of Marble. He speaks about his service in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He discusses his involvement in politics while studying at the University of Minnesota and describes how he became a teacher and later principal in Burns, Oregon. He talks about life in Burns in the 1940s and 1950s, about teaching at a school on a U.S. Air Force base in England from 1953 to 1954, and about his reasons for moving to Portland in 1954. He also talks about his involvement with the Oregon Education Association, and describes how that experience led to his work as an executive assistant to Portland Mayor Terry Schrunk. He talks about Schunk's indictment for perjury, and about how Schrunk worked with the Portland City Council. He speaks at length about the work of the Portland Development Commission during Schrunk's time as mayor. He talks about members of the commission, particularly PDC chair Ira Keller, and describes some of the commission's development projects. He also talks about the role of the mayor in appointing people to various city commissions. He then discusses his campaign for a seat on the Portland City Council in 1966, talks about his work as a council member, and speaks about people he served with on the council.

Ivancie, Francis J.

Oral history interview with Dorothy J. and Hurtis M. Hadley, Sr. [Video Recording]

Session 1. This oral history interview with Dorothy J. Hadley and Hurtis M. Hadley, Sr., was conducted by Sarah Harris via Zoom videoconferencing software on November 19, 2021. The interview was conducted as part of Harris' graduate thesis project at Portland State University, in collaboration with the Hadleys, the Oregon Historical Society, and the Milwaukie Museum. A transcript of the interview is available.

In this interview, the Hadleys discuss how they first met. Hurtis M. Hadley, Sr., talks about his career and training as a bakery manager, and shares his experience of being denied a promotion because he is Black. The Hadleys talk about purchasing the Milwaukie Pastry Kitchen in 1977, about operating the business, and about their reasons for closing in 1985. They talk about raising a family while running the bakery, including the work their children did in the bakery, and about going on vacations. Dorothy J. Hadley discusses their children's education and their experience with being bused to a school in Northeast Portland, and talks about encountering racial discrimination in the school system. The Hadleys talk about the bakery's customers. Dorothy J. Hadley discusses her recent work creating and decorating mock cakes out of towels for weddings and baby showers. She also discusses their cookbook, "Stories to Laugh About"; and the origins of her nickname, Honi. The Hadleys talk about their favorite desserts sold in the bakery, and they close the interview by discussing their efforts to have the site of the bakery marked with a historical plaque.

Hadley, Hurtis Mixon, Sr., 1942-

The Orange; Fustration Irratation [sic]; Come and Get It

Three short, silent films by director Tim Smith. In "The Orange," an orange rolls through town, evading capture by a young boy who wants it for a snack. (0:04:05) Told in a series of vignettes, "Fustration Irratation"[sic] follows a young boy after receiving a "Dear John" letter, causing the onset of immense psychological stress. He and a friend experience frustration as they cannot complete mundane tasks throughout the day. (0:07:40) "Come and Get It," is a series of vignettes performed by young boys, imitating the eating habits of different people.

"The Orange" credits: Starring Terry Dunne and Jim Hutchison; Photography by Tim Smith.

"Fustration Irratation"[sic] credits: Photography by Tim Smith.

"Come and Get It," credits: Photography by Tim Smith; Starring Terry Dunne, Jim Cowger, Chad Thomas, and Duncan Smith.

Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

The Infernal Voyage

Set in 1980, "The Infernal Voyage" chronicles the activities of a married couple during their vacation in France, where they partake in sightseeing and experiencing French culture (including some mild culture shock and feelings of ennui). Cast includes Smith's father, Dr. Lendon H. Smith.

Credits: Directed by Tim Smith; Starring Dunny Smith and Julie Starheim; Frenchman's voice performed by Eric May; Music by Barbara Parker, performing selections from Beethoven's "Pathétique" and Pastoral piano sonatas; Narrated by Leroy Smith.

Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

The Salmon Street Saga

This short film by Tim Smith depicts a fictional greaser gang and their activities on southwest Salmon street. Appearing in the cast is Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons.

Credits: Directed by Tim Smith; Starring Dan Heims, Scott Snedecor, Tom Raimondi, Richard Gehr, Dan Polonoff, Matt Groening, Jeff Rankin, and Dunc Smith; Photography, Tim Smith.

Music credits: "The Scavenger" by Dick Dale and His Del-Tones, "Our Car Club" by The Beach Boys, "Black Denim Trousers" by The Cheers.

Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

This is Portland

A musical score plays as a dancing couple, Don and Edwina, showcase several of Portland's landmarks and places of interest. Locations include the Vista Street Bridge, Jackson Tower, Washington Park, the Rose Garden (The International Rose Test Garden), the Oregon zoo train, The facades of the Orpheum and Paramount theaters are visible in the footage.

Credits: Directed by Tim Smith; Starring Elinor Markgaf and Duncan Smith. Special thanks to Dick Althoff and Dave Judd.

Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

Drugs: Killers or Dillers?

This short film by Tim Smith and Matt Groening parodies anti-drug films (also known as "scare films") from the 1950s and 1960s. Voice-over narration describes the ill effects drugs have on individuals, and society. Cast includes Matt Groening (in ferns).

Credits: A film by Tim Smith and Matt Groening; Written by Matt Groening and Jim Angell; Photography by Tim Smith; Narrated by James K. Angell III; Directed and Edited by Tim Smith and Matt Groening; Starring Duncan Smith, Jeff Rankin, James K. Angell III, Ron Schwabe, Larry Shlim; Matt Groening, Scott Snedecor, Becky Fields, Jack Alhadeff, Tom Raimondi, Martha Butterfield, Olga Ridgeway, Molly Bunting, Tracy Smith, Julia Jacky, Julie New, and Chester the rat. Special thanks to David Englehart, Jeff Rankin, Sally Snedecor, and the King Film Lab. A Teens for Decency Presentation.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

Hyperactivity: The Facts

In this short film by Tim Smith, we follow Norman on his way to a doctor appointment, where he is diagnosed with hyperactivity disorder. This film examines how diet and exercise can impact the behavior and physiology of an individual, and describes how blood sugar fluctuations can lead to agitation, moodiness and attention deficiencies. Video concludes at (0:13:40), followed by extraneous footage. Cast includes Smith's father, Dr. Lendon H. Smith.

Credits: Directed by Tim Smith; Executive Producer, Dr. Lendon H. Smith; Director of Photography, Timothy M. Mcgilvrey; Editors, George Hood and Tim Smith; Supervising Editor, George Hood; Created and Written by Tim Smith and John Morrison; Additional Music provided by Ron Walker and Sound-O-Vision; Sounds, George Hood and Tim Smith; Grips, Kevin E.S. Fritz and Mark Whitney; Animation SmithFilmWorks; Negative Cutter, Connie Coleman; Cameras by Arriflex; Prints by Teknifilm. Special acknowledgement to: H and P's Double Treat - Cathy and Elda, Barbur Rentals - Dick Edwards, Portland General Electric, Metropolitan Community School Program, Grand Central Bowl - Ed Schneider, Mary Ann Hannibal, Western States Chiropractic College.

Cast: Dr. Lendon H. Smith as Dr. Diggs; John Morrison as Norman; Tim McGarry as Norman as child; Gaynor Sterchi as Teacher; Seth Williams, Shauna Hannibal and Anna Hannibal as School children; Warren Harshbarger as Man with Pizza; George Hood as Street Hustler; Rosalie A. Peek as Waitress; Lee Brumfield as 1st Nurse; Kathy J.S. Fritz as 2nd Nurse; and Tabby the cat.

Produced through the facilities of The Film Loft, Inc., Portland, Oregon. A Smith FilmWorks Production. Copyright 1982. Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

The Case of the Kitchen Killer

Tim Smith examines themes of psychoses and crime in this short comedic film about the fictionalized character, Duane Dwight, "The Kitchen Killer." Abused as a child, Duane leads a life of crime as a murderer in Rosetown, selecting victims at random and murdering them utilizing various kitchen tools.

Credits: Directed by Tim Smith; Starring Jim Angel as Duane Dwight, Carl Lucky as Squirmy Morelli, Valery Hoffman as the Mother, Lendon Smith as the Father, William Clark as the Detective; Narrated by Ben Padrow; Voices, Elinor Markgraf, Lendon Smith, Eric Smith, Duncan Smith, Mark Malicoat; Also Starring, Jeff Rankin, Danny Elfring, Shelley Widmer, Tracy Smith, Wendal Wurzweiler. Special thanks to Rocky Butte Jail, Portland Water Bureau, Buck Ambulance, and Leroy Smith.

Conservation and digital capture made possible by a grant from Al Larvick Conservation Fund, in partnership with Pro 8mm.

Smith, Tim (Timothy John), 1955-

Neighborhood in Transition Portland - Interviews

Begins with footage of residential neighborhood recorded from inside moving vehicle, before ending abruptly. (0:08:58) Mary Scott introduces next segment, where she talks about the formation of a Neighborhood Tenant's Union and her involvement with the organization. She then introduces two stories involving tenant groups; the Sherman Court Apartments tenants union, located at Southeast 20th and Division, and the tenant's union at 2304 Southeast Taylor.
Video includes many outtakes by Scott and crew.

The Video Access Project (Public Access Television Program)

Mrs. Maltby

Interview with Mrs. Maltby, who describes growing up in Portland and answers questions about the Buckman neighborhood. Maltby lived in the Buckman neighborhood during The Great Depression; she talks about renting homes during that time, and the hardships many families experienced. During WWII, Maltby describes people moving to Portland to work in the shipyards. Maltby describes a Chinese cemetery at Southeast 20th and Morrison, and that bodies were disinterred and sent to China for reburial (this portion of the cemetery is located at the the Southwest end of Lone Fir Cemetery.) Maltby goes on to describe the changing demographics of the Buckman neighborhood, and the transition from more families and homeowners in the neighborhood, to more renters. Talks about a trolley that crossed the Burnside Bridge and travelled on Southeast Pine street, and mentions how there had been plans for a depot connecting passengers from Portland to Mt. Hood (this refers to plans for the Mt. Hood Freeway, which was cancelled in favor for light-rail system in Portland).

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Guerilla Water Works - Wayne Waits

Segment 1: "Guerilla Water Works," unidentified man demonstrates how to manually reposition a water meter valve to turn water back on once it has been shut off (due to non payment). If the meter has been reclaimed, he then instructs how to bypass the water meter by utilizing piping pieces to reconfigure the apparatus. Segment 2: (0:18:47) Interview with unidentified pirate radio group talking about their station in the Sunnyside neighborhood, explaining their activities at the station and how pirate radio transmission works.

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Changing Men

"Changing Men," (title drawn from segment title card). Segment 1: Host Bruce Mason, child care worker, introduces his Consciousness Raising (CR) group; Dennis Schilling, Mental Health Therapist; Leslie Wheeler, Kidney Dialysis Tech; Kenneth Luba, Film Maker and House Husband; Fred White, Teacher, Oregon Correctional Inst. The purpose of this program is to invite viewers to challenge their preconceptions and expectations of masculinity and male roles. Mason describes the Men's Resource Center, and the organization's goals of creating unity and eliminating sexism. The group discusses how sexism towards men can be damaging: describing how sexist ideologies inhibit men from building relationships and emotionally connecting with others, that childhood conditioning teaches male children to achieve expected male roles, and how rigid of gender stereotypes can be problematic. The CR group sees itself as pro-feminist, and supports the women's liberation movement. Segment 2: (0:05:40) Performance by United Fruit Company about gender roles. Segment 3: (0:12:50) CR group discusses men's emotional connections and support. Segment 4: (0:24:30) Musical performance by Jay Tanner and Kristen Aspen.

Special thanks to Elaine Velazquez and Creative Outlet; Musical performance by Jay Tanner and Kristan Aspen; Performance by the United Fruit Company; Men's Resource Center.

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