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News coverage of laws prohibiting casinos from advertising prizes and contests: video
Date
1993-04-23
Archival Collection
Description
News report about a law prohibiting casinos from advertising prizes and contests in television commercials that was overturned by a federal judge. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segment about the "Big Shot" ride on top the Stratosphere: video
Date
1996-02-24
Archival Collection
Description
Ribbon cutting of the "Big Shot" ride atop the Stratosphere Tower with Bob Stupak and Lyle Berman present. The two then test the ride along with other casino employees and you hear reactions from those on the ride. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about Stratosphere's financial losses after opening in April 1996: video
Date
1996-08-22
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss Grand Casinos seeking financial assistance and new marketing strategies for the Stratosphere Tower after $11 million dollars in financial losses after opening; exterior and interior views of the newly opened Stratosphere. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about Stratosphere's adjusted gaming odds to attract more customers: video
Date
1996-09-27 to 1996-09-27
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss the Stratosphere's need to change gaming odds on roulette, craps, and blackjack, as well as open new games due to financial losses. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segment about the gaming industry as it relates to the economy: video
Date
1996-08-07
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss the gaming industry as a growth area in the stock market; includes interview clips with Stephen Bollenbach of Hilton Hotels, Charles Mathewson, and Morris Symson. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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"1995 Year in Review": video
Date
1995-12-31
Archival Collection
Description
Highlights the following hotels and experiences opening, beginning planning, or implosion: Hard Rock hotel; monorail between Bally's and MGM; Texas Station; Fremont Street Experience; Bellagio, New York-Bew York; Monte Carlo; Paris Las Vegas; Stratosphere; Landmark implosion; Second half covers unions, Bob Stupak, Huntridge Theater; large fires; tragic evets; Landmark implosion; Fremont Street Experience. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segment on high winds causing damage to Las Vegas, Nevada buildings: video
Date
1993-02-20
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss the high winds in Las Vegas and how it has affected local residents, resulting in traffic accidents and power outages; anchors interview local residents, Nevada Power, and Metro; . Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about high winds pausing progress of Stratosphere's crane removal: video
Date
1993-09-08
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss eminent removal of the crane damaged in the Stratosphere fire, and investigation into the cause of the fire; shots of the damaged crane and building are shown; discussion of the high winds pausing the crane removal and investigation. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about the Luxor and Stratosphere Tower construction-related fires: video
Date
1993-09-13 to 1993-09-14
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss the high winds pausing work on the Stratosphere tower after the 1993 fire; shots of the damaged crane and building are shown; Perini Construction company's ties to the Luxor and Stratosphere Tower fires. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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"Street Talk" segment about Bob Stupak's possible political campaign and "Belly of Beast!" gorilla ride: video
Date
1996-01-11
Archival Collection
Description
Local news anchors discuss the probability of Bob Stupak running for political office after hosting multiple press conferences, creating a charitable foundation, and hiring a political consultant; reporting on the City Planning Committee's approval of the "Belly of the Beast!" gorilla ride; interviews with local residents regarding public opinion on the ride. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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