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"Newsmakers: Profile of Stardust Showgirl Aki": video, 1995 April 20 to 1995 April 21

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Local news segments where reports speak on Boyd Gaming/Stardust Resort's $25,000 donation to the Red Cross to help Oklahoma City bombing victims, and the Riviera's planned 2-day benefit concert. The American Red Cross phone number is shown on screen while reports speak on the local efforts to help Oklahoma victims. Local Cannon Middle School students organized a carwash, raising $1,200 with the help of the local fire department. Interview with a local American Red Cross representative who reports on donations and need for assistance. 7 cuts on the event. 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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6 different promotional spots for winning cars by playing Stardust Slots: video, 2001 October 23

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Local news segments report on the Desert Inn implosion. Ben Correa reports from the parking lot area after the implosion, showing 18,000 tons of debris. The Stardust Hotel is clearly seen behind the reporter. Video of the implosion is shown, and people are interviewed as they wait for and watch the implosion at 2:00am. Steve Crupi reports from the Frontier Hotel property where they had a different but similar view of the implosion. Both reporters say that Steve Wynn's latest project construction will begin on the site shortly. Second segment also reports on the implosion, but also goes into detail about the history of the Desert Inn with old news footage, audio, and black-and-white stills from when the casino was relatively new. Audio clips of past performers and entertainmers play over image stills. 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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Boyd Gaming/Stardust Resort makes donation to Oklahoma City bombing victims: video, 2000 December 31 to 2001 January 01

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Aerial footage from local Las Vegas, Nevada news stations of New Years Eve fireworks going off along Las Vegas Boulevard. Various songs play over the video footage; for other videos you can hear crowds cheering, fireworks erupting, and music playing in the distance. The Stardust Hotel is featured in most of the videos. Final segment is an actual newsbroadcast segment that also shows Times Square in New York City. 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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Desert Inn implosion: video, 1993 January 15

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Local news segments recall gaming pioneer Sam Boyd's history and service to Las Vegas after he passed away January 15, 1993. Still images of Boyd throughout the years appear on screen, as newscasters give a brief history of his work and the evolution of the Boyd Gaming Company. Channel 13's segment includes brief interview with Jackie Gaughan and Mel Woods, who speak about how much Boyd did for the city. Channel 8's segment includes interview clip with Steve Wynn and Jackie Gaughan. Later segments include video broadcast of people speaking at Boyd's memorial service, and clips with various attendees afterward. 11 cuts of different news segments. 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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New Years Eve firework celebrations in Las Vegas: video, 2000 December 06

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Various late night talkshow hosts introducing Bob Anderson, singer and impressionist, who performed in Las Vegas. The clips are only of various hosts and celebrities introducing Anderson; he is not seen nor does he perform. 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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Local news segments on Sam Boyd passing away at 82: video, 1988 November 01

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Audio advertisement for the "Las Vegas Vacation Hoteline" sponsored by the Stardust Hotel and Casino. The advertisement lists different shows and entertainers on the strip, including Liza Minelli, Wayne Newton, and "Folies Bergere", Don Rickles, and finally the Stardust's "Lido de Paris". The Stardust is celebrating their 30th anniversary, and the advertisement goes into detail about the show. Segment ends with the phone number for the ticket box office and a plug for the National Finals Rodeo coming to the city in Las Vegas. Original media Audiocassette.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records

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Bob Anderson introduction reel: video, approximately 1985 to 1995

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Audio advertisement for the Stardust Slot Club. The pitch is that you join for free and get $5 cash bonus, and earn points when you use the membership club. Offer good through September, for new members with an out-of-state driver's license only. Original media Audiocassette.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records

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Stardust "A Quarter Mile of Entertainment" promotional presentation: video, 1988 November 10

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Audio advertisement various room packages at the Stardust Hotel and Casino in December and January. The advertisement promotes the "Lido de Paris" show featuring Bobby Berosini, dining options, and other deals you can receive when booking a room at the hotel. Original media Audiocassette.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records

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Boyd corporate video produced by Laguna Productions: video, approximately 1985 to 1995

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Audio advertisement for the Stardust Hotel and Casino. The spot opens talking about Las Vegas being a "watering hole" for weary travelers and explorers, and the most exciting of all is the Stardust. Featuring the "Lido de Paris" show and Bobby Berosini, games and slot machines, and the race and sportsbook. It ends with the Stardust's slogan "One Quarter Mile of Entertainment." Original media Audiocassette.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records

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Tres Lobos Mexican Restaurant and Cantina "The Legend of Tres Lobos", Enter the Night's "Heartbeat" and "Mystery of the Night": video, 1988 November 10

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Audio advertisement various room packages at the Stardust Hotel and Casino in December and January. The advertisement promotes the "Lido de Paris" show featuring Bobby Berosini, dining options, and other deals you can receive when booking a room at the hotel. Original media Audiocassette.

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Stardust Resort and Casino Records

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