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Biography of Tammy Wynette written by Epic Records (New York), June 17-19, 1968

Date

1968-06-12

Description

A biography of musician Tammy Wynette written by Epic Records in New York and given to the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada for the Epic Records National Sales Convention. This three-page biography covers her life from a child in Tupelo, Mississippi through her career as a professional musician, highlighting her award winning singles.

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Biography of Maxine Brown written by Epic Records (New York), June 17-19, 1968

Date

1968-06-12

Description

A biography of musician Maxine Brown written by Epic Records in New York and given to the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada for the Epic Records National Sales Convention. This two-page biography examines Brown's upbringing in her church choir in Kingstree, South Carolina to her hit singles and performances in notable clubs in New York City.

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Biography of David Houston written by Epic Records (New York), June 17-19, 1968

Date

1968-06-12

Description

A biography of musician David Houston written by Epic Records in New York and given to the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada for the Epic Records National Sales Convention. This three-page biography examines Houston's early start at the age of twelve when he stared on the famed radio program ""Louisiana Hayride"" to a list of his current country music hit sincles and albums.

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Biography of Sly and the Family Stone written by Epic Records (New York), June 17-19, 1968

Date

1968-06-12

Description

A biography of the musical group Sly and the Family Stone written by Epic Records in New York and given to the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada for the Epic Records National Sales Convention. The seven-page biography lists all of the members in the group, and provides a small bio on each member; including information on their individual musical accomplishments.

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Biography of Georgie Fame written by Epic Records (New York), June 17-19, 1968

Date

1968-06-12

Description

A biography of the musician Georgie Fame written by Epic Records in New York and given to the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, for the Epic Records National Sales Convention. The five-page biography examines Fame's early career in Britian to his appearance on the U.S. television shows "Hulaballoo" and "Shindig."

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Notes on the Four Chaplains Day Benefit written by the Freeman Company publicists to Jack Kogan, January 27, 1960

Date

1960-01-27

Description

A copy of notes written by the Freeman Company publicists outlining the location, time, and entertainment prepared for the Four Chaplains Day Benefit at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Site Name: Las Vegas Convention Center (Las Vegas, Nev.)

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Letters between Aaron Greenberg, (New York) and Al Freeman, (Las Vegas), November 9, 1960 to November 22, 1960

Date

1960-11

Description

A series of letters between Aaron Greenberg, the Operations Manager for Ruder & Finn (New York), and Al Freeman at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The letters pertain to the Gold Cup Race in Las Vegas, Nevada while also highlighting the Martini & Rossi trophy presentation. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

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Letters regarding the jazz concert "The Wide Wild World of Jazz," Las Vegas, November 27, 1965

Date

1965-11-27

Description

A series of letters regarding "The Wide Wild World of Jazz," a concert held at the Sands Hotel Convention Hall in Las Vegas, Nevada. The correspondence includes information about the 22-piece orchestra, conducted by Raoul Romero, the various guest artists, and information regarding the charity, the Clark County Association for Retarded Children. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

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Report by Al Freeman announcing the opening of the Aqueduct at the Sands Hotel, Las Vegas, April 12, 1963

Date

1963-04-12

Description

A report by Al Freeman announcing the opening of the new building called the Aqueduct, the then new 83 room and suite building located at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The report overviews the size, cost, furnishings, designers, and architects. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

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Newsletter, "The Hotel/Motor Hotel Monthly: management ideas for key executives," August 1963, Volume 71, Number 845

Date

1963-08

Description

Volume 71, number 845, of the publication "The Hotel/Motor Hotel Monthly" that includes an article titled "How $4,000 Rooms Help Attract Business." The article examines the opening of the Aqueduct, the new 83 room and suite building, located at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The article focuses on the cost, rich craftsmanship, and design of the rooms and suites. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

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