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News segment about the "Big Shot" ride on top the Stratosphere, 1996 February 24
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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.
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News segments about Stratosphere's financial losses after opening in April 1996, 1996 August 22
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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.
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News segments about Stratosphere's adjusted gaming odds to attract more customers: video, 1996 September 27 to 1996 September 29
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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.
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News segment about the gaming industry as it relates to the economy: video, 1996 August 07
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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.
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"1995 Year in Review": video, 1995 December 31
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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-New 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.
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News segment on high winds causing damage to Las Vegas, Nevada buildings: video, 1993 February 20
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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.
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News segments about high winds pausing progress of Stratosphere's crane removal: video, 1993 September 10 to 1993 September 12
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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.
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News segments about the Luxor and Stratosphere Tower construction-related fires: video, 1993 September 13 to 1993 September 14
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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.
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"Street Talk" segment about Bob Stupak's possible political campaign and "Belly of Beast!" gorilla ride: video, 1996 January 11
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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.
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"Street Talk" segment about Bob Stupak's possible removal from the Stratosphere and other gaming-related news: video, 1996 May 30
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Local news anchors discuss Bob Stupak possibly being ousted from the Stratosphere and pending Reno City Council appearance; discussion about the "Westside Underground News" publication and other gaming-related news. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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