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Vegas World groundbreaking: video, 1991 October 01
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Local news anchors reports from Vegas World groundbreaking; Vegas World will be the first City of Las Vegas casino; Stupak's goal is to please "the home folks" and locals of Las Vegas; converted from betatape (original taping June 21, 1978). Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Aerial footage of Vegas World: video, 1988 August 30
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B-roll footage of Vegas World during different times of day and angles; 360 views and distance shot from father down Las Vegas Blvd; neon signs lit up at night. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Bob Stupak repaints Vegas World: video, 1983
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Local news anchors discuss the repainting of Vegas World and Stupak wanting to be taken more seriously; shows crews painting over the space theme and making the building white; discusses local polls about the likeability of Stupak's casino. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Vegas World's slot machine auction: video, approximately 1980 to 1989
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Local news anchors discuss Vegas World auctioning off old slot machines on floor of casino; shows auction taking place inside Vegas World; discusses regulations around purchasing a machine from the auction. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Stratosphere Tower construction requires outside engineers to consult, 1990
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Local news anchors discuss out-of-state engineers confirming the construction plans for the Stratosphere Tower; height of the tower requires outside consulting firm.
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Death of Christ "Chris" Karamanos: video, 1989 June 08
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Local news anchors reports on death of Christ "Chris" Karamanos' death; reports on his personal financial difficulties and ties to local Thunderbird Hotel, T.K. Christy's, and a catering company; Karamanos was also an NSHE Regent; clip includes details about finding the body and interviews with Mesquite police; short clip of Jerry Tarkanian. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Unveiling of Bob Stupak's Stratosphere Tower plans: video, 1990 February 13
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Local news anchors report on Stupak's unveiling the $50 million proposal for Stratosphere Tower; interview clips with Stupak; view of tower rendering; FAA question around height of tower mentioned; Steve Miller answers questions about tower height; unveiling of rendering and announcement shown while anchors discuss the tower specifications; clips with airport officials on tower height. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Potential compromise between Stupak and FAA to lower Stratosphere Tower height to 1162 feet: video, 1994 June 16
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Local news anchors report on the compromise between Stratosphere Tower and the FAA regarding desire to extend the tower; Review-Journal reports Stupak has agreed to reduce it from 1825ft to 1062ft; second half is "Nevada Week in Review" panel discusses potential compromise to lower tower height and having a laser light show instead. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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California parachuters jump off Stratosphere Tower construction crane: video, 1994 March 20
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Local news anchors report on 2 California men parachuting off the Stratosphere Tower construction crane; shows daredevil men getting arrested after safely landing; clips of skydiver's wife answering reporter's questions. 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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