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News conference for new "Casino Poker" game at Vegas World with host David Sklansky: video, 1982 March 04
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Text introduces "Bob Stupak's Vegas World introduces the new table game "Casino Poker" where players can play poker against the casino, not other players" and note the gaming authority has approved it for a field test at Vegas World; news conference with David Sklanksy, Puggy Pearson, Doyle Brunson, Sailor Roberts, and Johnny Moss (all World Poker Champions); David Sklansky narrates over the casino poker game, summary text appears on screen. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
: Stratosphere Tower "crooked leg" construction update: video, 1993 May 06
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Local news anchor discusses tower construction and reaction to crooked tower leg; Tutor Perini construction took over after two mistakes cost Stupak millions; interview with local residents and their reaction to the tower's size and shape; crew has 7 months left to finish construction of cement tower "legs". Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
"Samantha Stupak the Dog" news segment: video, 1991 July 30
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Dr. David Tack with "Samantha Stupak" the dog talking about a dangerous disease called "wobble" syndrome. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
Kelly and Cohen restaurant grand opening advertisement: video, 1982 October
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Two men in costume sit at small restaurant table and are speaking with an Irish accent; advertisement for Kelly and Cohen's grand opening in Vegas World. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
Channel 13 "Opinion" segment on Bob Stupak's return to public sphere: video, 1987 November 19
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Local news anchors discuss Bob Stupak and the end of his "self-imposed exile" and potential plans to start weekly newspaper or news channel; ends with Channel 13 asking for public feedback and opinion. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
Bob Stupak returns home after 3 months of rehabilitation after March motorcycle accident: video, 1995 June 30
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Local news anchors discuss Bob Stupak's recovery and return home after motorcycle crash in March; short clip of Stupak answering question as he leaves the rehabiliation facility; clips of news coverage of March accident; interview clip with Stupak saying he died but is ready to move forward; Stupak appears upbeat and walking with just a cane; Stupak interviewed in his home after returning from the hospital, he expresses gratitude for the support and credits Phyllis McGuire with his speedy recovery; discuss what is next for Stupak
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
Stratosphere Tower "Topping Off" speeches: video, 1995 November 04
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"Topping off" of Stratosphere Tower ceremony opens with an unidentified individual thanking everyone generally and introducing the following individuals to speak: acting governor of Nevada Lonnie Lee Hammargren; Bob Walsh; Mayor Jan Jones; and finally Bob Stupak; dignitaries sign the spire before helicopters lift to into place. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
KVVU Channel 5 interview with Marty Allen and Katie Blackwell: video, 1991 January 18
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Marty Allen (of Allen & Rossi) and Katie Blackwell interviewed; discuss Blackwell's cassette and Allen's new VHS and other projects; both performed in Vegas World and they discuss their experience working with Bob Stupak. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
"Street Talk" with George Knapp segment: video, 1995 January 26
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"Street Talk" with George Knapp segment where he pitches sarcastic TV sitcom ideas including "Stupak's Island"; "Leave it to Lonnie"; "Bridger Bunch"; "I Love Dina"; "Dr. Nevada, Mattress Woman". Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component
Vegas World groundbreaking: video, 1991 October 01
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Local news anchors reports from Vegas World groundbreaking; Vegas World will be the first City of Las Vegas casino; Stupak's goal is to please "the home folks" and locals of Las Vegas; converted from betatape (original taping June 21, 1978). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bob Stupak Professional Papers
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 41
Archival Component