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"Old Nevadans Reunion" event for local Las Vegas residents: video, 1998 January 20

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Local news report on new Jeopardy! themed slot machines now available at the Stardust. Interview with Juan Hernandez (Stardust) and a guest who is playing the new slot machine. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records
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Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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"Nevada Business" segment: IRS versus Boyd Group: video, 1998 March 27 to 1998 March 29

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Local news segments on the wagering around the NCAA Championship. Reporters explain it is one of the more popular events to wager on in Las Vegas, and interview clip with Art Manteris (LV Hilton Sportsbook) describes how busy it has been leading up to March Madness. It is expected to bring in more money than any other sporting event, including the Superbowl. Reporters interview a number of guests and Joe Lupo (Stardust Sportsbook). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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"Las Vegas Style" interview with Branscombe Richmond and Tom McGillen: video, 1996 October 06

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Local news segment on an event for 500 Las Vegas residents who have lived here for over 30 years who are gathering for performances by entertainers who performed in Las Vegas in the 1940s and 1950s. Kay Starr arrives at Arizona Charlie's ahead of her performance, along with the Stardust Legends, showgirls and dancers who used to performance at the Stardust. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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Megabucks jackpot surpasses $8 million dollars: video, 1997 June 26

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File

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"Nevada Business" segment on recent federal regulations related to the gaming industry. Karen Galatz reports on the issue of the deductability of providing employee meals, which Boyd Group was audited for in 1993. The amount that companies are allowed to deduct has slowly decreased to 50% in 1993, but Boyd continued to deduct all 100% but was audited. Interview with Paul Dixon (IRS) speaks on the issue, and Rick Darnold (Boyd) explains why Boyd feels it is a safety and security issue and should be allowed. American Gaming Association is paying Boyd's legal fees because it feels this is a wider-reaching issue. Galatz interviews lawyer representing the group who explains the issue in greater detail. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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Florida news reports on the Stardust and showgirl-branded Western Pacific Airlines plane: video, 1997 June 22

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"Las Vegas Style" local news segment on Branscombe Richmond (musician, actor, stuntman) ahead of a performance at the Stardust Hotel and Casino. Interview shows Richmond and news reporter inside a suite at the Stardust, and some clips of Richmond performing. Richmond explains the types of music he performs, and how opportunies have arisen over time, including a performance with Wayne Newton. Tom McGillen appears, who is opening for Richmond at the Stardust. He describes his act, and promote the upcoming apperance at the Stardust. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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"Desert Aces" fatal plane crash: video, 1993 November 11 to 1993 November 12

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Local news segment on Megabucks slot machine jackpot passing the $8 million dollar mark in Las Vegas. Scott Andrus reports from the casino floor and speaks with various patrons about how they feel about the large jackpot. Clip ends with Andrus playing the slot machine. Second segment is a similar report but shorter from the same TV station. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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Showgirl and Stardust logo image unveiled on Western Pacific Airlines: video, 1995 December 19 to 1995 December 20

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File

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Florida news stations reports on the recently revealed Stardust and showgirl-branded Western Pacific Airlines airplane. Footage shows the showgirl whose image it is posing next to the plane and a small group of people gathered inside the airport for the reveal. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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"Stardust Showgirl Takes to the Skies": video, 1994 December 05

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File

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Local news reports on a fatal plane crask during a simulated"dog fight". Wayne Pollack (NTSB Investigator) provided some information about the crash and status of the plane prior to crash. Interview with witness of the crash, and speculation about why the plane crashed is discussed. Footage of the crash site are shown, and information about the victim's families are also shared. Second segment discusses the identities of the two victims, and states the FAA is continuing the investigation. Third segment also reports on the identities of the victims, and state it is still under investigation. Desert Aces, the company, does not comment. Fourth segment speaks with co-owner of Desert Aces Paul Supchak. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 033

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San Diego, California report on the Stardust Hotel aerial advertising: video, 1995 December 19

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File

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Local news reports on Stardust showgirl image on the outside of a Western Pacific Airlines plane. Footage shows the showgirl whose image is used (Aki who performs in Enter the Night) posing next to the plane and a small group of people gathered inside the airport for the reveal. Jim Seagrave (Stardust Marketing) explains how the photograph was taken, then sent off to a company to be made into a vinyl wrap for the plane. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
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Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 034

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Showgirls comment on misrepresentation of their craft: video, 1995 December 19

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File

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B-roll of the Aki, the Stardust showgirl whose likeness is on the side of a Western Pacific Airlines plane, poses on the wing. Video switches to inside McCarran Airport, where a small ceremony celebrating the plane's reveal, including dancers and singers from "Enter the Night", including Marva Scott. Stardust executives, showgirls, and others board the plane for its inagural flight. Showgirls, dancers, and singers from "Enter the Night" walk up and down the plane's aisle while information about them is read aloud. Next segment is interview with Aki who describes the feeling of having her likeness on the side of a plane. Next segment is interview with Jim Seagrave, Stardust executive, who describes how exciting it is to have a "flying billboard." Edward Beauvais, Western Airlines executive, shares his thoughts on the plane-sized billboard. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Stardust Resort and Casino Records
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Collection Number: MS-00515
Collection Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Records
Box/Folder: Digital File 00, Box 035

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