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Suzy Broeg Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00453

Abstract

The Suzy Broeg Photograph Collection (approximately 1950-1959) contains six black-and-white photographs depicting Suzy Broeg's parents, Edie and Karl Kraus, with Wilbur and Toni Clark in the Kraus home located at 2020 W. Charleston Boulevard in Las Vegas, Nevada. Three of the photographs show Wilbur and Toni Clark, Monique de Montigue (?), and various friends and family members at the home of Karl and Edie Kraus. There are also three souvenir dinner photographs taken at various casinos showing Karl and Edie Kraus with friends.

Archival Collection

Jerry Rodnitzky Collection of Las Vegas Promotional Material

Identifier

MS-01154

Abstract

The Jerry Rodnitzky Collection of Las Vegas Promotional Material (1967-2014) contains promotional items from hotels and casinos in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, and Reno, Nevada. Materials include postcards, stationary, "fun books", ashtrays and coins, and gaming guides.

Archival Collection

Jeff Gale Photographs

Identifier

PH-00452

Abstract

The Jeff Gale Photographs (approximately 1992-2001) primarily contain aerial images of the Las Vegas Strip taken from the Stratosphere Tower and other locations around the city that were shot by Las Vegas, Nevada photographer Jeff Gale. Materials include images of the Sam's Town 300 NASCAR race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway as well as images of the Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Recreation Area. The collection also includes what may be personal family photographs taken around various locations around southern Nevada and the southwest region.

Archival Collection

Raymond Brooks Papers on Mining

Identifier

MS-01153

Abstract

The Raymond Brooks Papers on Mining (approximately 1900-1955) document Brooks' time working in the mining and railroad industries in central and southern Nevada, as well as in Rhodesia (Zimbabwe). Brooks worked as a mining engineer and executive in many Nevada mining districts, including Goldfield, Tonopah, Bullfrog, Rawhide, Chloride, Beatty, Wonder, and Searchlight. The collection consists of photographs, photograph albums, ledgers and mining certificates, correspondence, and publications that all relate to mining. Notable figures mentioned in material throughout the collection include George Nixon, George Wingfield, William MacMaster, and James Butler.

Archival Collection

UNLV Libraries Collection of Nevada Newspapers

Identifier

MS-01158

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Nevada Newspapers (approximately 1865-1999) consists of newspapers collected by UNLV Special Collections because of their relation to local, University, or general Nevada history. Newspaper titles with more than 5 issues were separated out from this material and individually cataloged.

Archival Collection

Hank deLespinasse Photographs

Identifier

PH-00454

Abstract

The Hank deLespinasse Photographs (approximately 1960-2002) contain the professional work of Hank deLespinasse while working in Las Vegas, Nevada. The photographs document a variety of events in the region. DeLespinasse photographed for Sports Illustrated and covered regional news events for TIME, Newsweek, and other local, national, and international publications. The collection contains 35mm, 120mm, and 4x5 film, slides, and contact sheets. Assignment numbers (also referred to as set numbers) are included when provided. Some assignment folders also contain contracts, newspaper clippings, and shoot-specific notes taken by deLespinasse.

Archival Collection

James McQuade Erotic Comics

Identifier

MS-01159

Abstract

The James McQuade Erotic Comics (approximately 1970-2022) contain 12 copies of James McQuade's Adventures of Misty and two issues of his Misty & The Valkyries adult comic books published by Forbidden Fruit in the early 1990s. The materials also contain original sketch pads, clippings, email correspondence, and source materials used in McQuade's artwork.

Archival Collection

Erica Mosca Papers

Identifier

MS-01160

Abstract

Erica Mosca Papers (approximately 1986-2023) contain photographs, memorabilia, and training materials documenting Nevada State Assemblywoman Erica V. Mosca's early childhood, education, and political career. Photographs document Mosca's early education and her graduation from Boston University, her teaching career as a 5th grade teacher for Goldfarb Elementary School in Las Vegas, Nevada, and her activities as founder and executive director of the "Leaders in Training" nonprofit organization. Other materials in this collection include photographs of Mosca with her family and friends during the opening day 82nd session of the Nevada State Assembly and some memorabilia and training materials pertaining to the legislative session.

Archival Collection

Gilcrease Farm Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00451

Abstract

The Gilcrease Farm Photograph Collection (approximately 2000-2002) contains three video tapes featuring interviews with Ted Gilcrease originally intended for a documentary that was never produced. There are also facsimiles of photographs of the Gilcrease brothers and their ranch and farm from the mid-to-late 1920s.

Archival Collection

Rich Rizzo Professional Papers

Identifier

MS-01106

Abstract

The Rich Rizzo Professional Papers (approximately 1960-2022) are comprised largely of photographs documenting the life of Las Vegas, Nevada dancer and choreographer Rich Rizzo in shows such as Jubilee! and Lido de Paris in Las Vegas and in Paris, France. The photographs show rehearsal and performances, Rizzo with his partner and fellow choreographer Winston Helmsley, dancers and showgirls, Donn Arden, and Miss Bluebell. Other types of material include business and personal correspondence, contracts, production prospectives and set designs, show programs, and costume design photographs.

Archival Collection