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Bob Stupak addresses Stratosphere financial issues: video, 1997 August 27

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File

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Text scroll of information about Bob Stupak and his relation to the Stratosphere Corporation; noting he is the only individual licensed as a controlling person as defined by Gaming Control Act; Bob's presentation was cancelled so this is how Stupak is communicating with the Board; Bob Stupak speaks directly to camera explaining his knowledge of the stock and financial situation; ends with information asking fellow shareholders and interested parties to contact the Board. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

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Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Fire at Stratosphere Tower construction: video, 1993 August 29

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File

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Local news anchors discuss the fire at top of the Stratosphere Tower while under construction; tower caught fire after midnight and burned for three hours; anchors discuss the challenges for the fire fighters, the evacuation of Vegas World and nearby neighbors; interview clips with witnesses; all clips show footage of the tower on fire, firefighters putting it out, and news anchors stand outside the Stratosphere. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

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Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Various news topics [unrelated to Stupak]: video, 2003 May 21

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File

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Local news anchor discusses the FBI investigation into bribes and unreported campaign contributions taken by Clark County Commissioners in Clark County, Nevada; name Lynette McDonald, Mary Kincaid-Chauncey, Dario Herrera, and Erin Kenny; "Face to Face" with John Ralston segment; potential imminent terror attack and the county on high alert, interview clips with Homeland Security. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

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Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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The Cure goes on "Big Shot" ride, Energy conservation struggles, and financial struggles of Stratosphere: video, 1996 August 09 to 1996 August 16

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File

Scope and Contents

Local news anchors discuss The Cure (band) visit to Las Vegas to perform at the Thomas & Mack, but they ride "The Big Shot" before performance; clip shows band before and after going on the ride; second segment is on power problems and blackouts in the Las Vegas Valley due to high demand from heat; clip shows anchor at Nevada Power Company; Stratosphere limits their power usage; third segment is on financial woes of Stratosphere construction and selling of shares; Lyle Berman and Bob Stupak power struggle is discussed. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Thanksgiving dinner at Stupak Community Center: video, 2001 November 22

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File

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Local news anchor discuss the Thanksgiving dinner at Stupak Community Center feeding over 700 people; interview clips with volunteers; other clips discuss other local charities also providing dinners. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Bob Stupak interview on Las Vegas 1: video, 1999 March 17

Level of Description

File

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Local news anchor interviews Bob Stupak about his plan to build a Titantic themed project; talks about going before the City Commission next month to officially announce anything; discuss the location of the Stratosphere being in an undesirable location and his thoughts on the future of Las Vegas. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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"Newsmakers" interview with Bob Stupak about motorcycle accident: video, 1995 November 05

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File

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"Newsmakers" with John Bond where he conducts the first full-length interview with Bob Stupak since his motorcycle accident; begins by asking how he is feeling, what his recovery ahead looks like, Stupak shares how he slowly regained his memories and his new outlook on the value of life; concludes interview talking about the idea for the Stratosphere Tower. Stupak and Bond are sitting in studio and Stupak is wearing dark sunglasses. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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"Newsmakers" interview with Bob Stupak about motorcycle accident: video, 1995 November 05

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

"Newsmakers" with John Bond where he conducts the first full-length interview with Bob Stupak since his motorcycle accident; begins by asking how he is feeling, what his recovery ahead looks like, Stupak shares how he slowly regained his memories and his new outlook on the value of life; concludes interview talking about the idea for the Stratosphere Tower. Stupak and Bond are sitting in studio and Stupak is wearing dark sunglasses. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Channel 3's John L. Smith's "Scoop" segment: video, 2003 February 03

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File

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John L. Smith "Scoop" commentary segment on safety of the Grant Sawyer building and the threat to worker's respiratory health; second segment on City Council election the following week, fundraising efforts, and competition between candidates. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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Bob Stupak cleared of $400,000 lawsuit charges: video, 1986

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

Local news anchors discuss Betty Carey's accusation against Bob Stupak of cheating her in Vegas World casino in the early 1980s; second segment announces Stupak cleared of charges in a $400,000 lawsuit after statute of limitations caused judge to throw out the case. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

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