Skip to main content

Search the Special Collections and Archives Portal

Search Results

Display    Results Per Page
Displaying results 859751 - 859760 of 865573

Russell H. Allen oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00027

Abstract

Oral history interview with Russell H. Allen conducted by Izola Olsen on March 10, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. During the interview Allen discusses home life, living and working in Alamo, Nevada, teaching, and changes in education.

Archival Collection

Skip Allen oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00028

Abstract

Oral history interview with Skip Allen conducted by Henry Perzchala on February 27, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Allen discusses working in human resources for the military, as well as working for his father in the Las Vegas Strip area. Allen also describes recreational activities, his views on morality as a Las Vegan, and some of his experiences in hospitality industry.

Archival Collection

Robert Allen III oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00029

Abstract

Oral history interview with Robert Allen III conducted by Leonardo Gray on March 21, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. During this interview Allen discusses the history of Las Vegas, Nevada from his perspective, high schools in Nevada, casinos, local television stations, sports and recreation, and the Las Vegas Strip.

Archival Collection

Zoe Allison oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00030

Abstract

Oral history interview with Zoe Allison conducted by Debra Ruth on February 21, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Allison discusses her career with Central Telephone Company, working at the Sahara Hotel as a switchboard operator, and owning a dress shop on Fremont Street. She also talks about notable locations such as Craig Road Speedway, Silver Slipper Race Track, Nellis Air Base and Mount Charleston, and the politics of prostitution in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Alonzo Anderson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00031

Abstract

Oral history interview with Alonzo A. Anderson conducted by Lowell H. Townley on February 21, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Anderson discussing being the fourth licensed veterinarian in southern Nevada and his profession in general. He also discusses his political position, social activities, family life, and his religious affiliations. Digital audio and transcript available.

Archival Collection

H. Edward (Eddie) Anderson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00035

Abstract

Oral history interview with Eddie Anderson conducted by Dennis McBride on October 11 and 14, 2000 for the Las Vegas Gay Archives Oral History Project. Anderson speaks about his role in advocating for LGBT rights, specifically his participation in the various political and social movements during previous decades. Additionally, Anderson speaks about his experiences and involvement with the Democratic Party and the various individuals and political figures who assisted with his cause.

Archival Collection

Ed Von Tobel Jr. oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00036

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ed Von Tobel Jr. conducted by A. D. Hopkins on August 18, 1998 for the Las Vegas Review-Journal First 100 Oral History Project. Von Tobel Jr. discusses his family history, his childhood home, how his family began their lumber business, and his family’s impact in the Las Vegas, Nevada community.

Archival Collection

George Von Tobel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00037

Abstract

Oral history interview with George Von Tobel conducted by Judith Vitto on October 04, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Von Tobel talks about being a civil engineer during World War II, atomic testing, his involvement in the Republican Party, and the Chamber of Commerce.

Archival Collection

Jacob Von Tobel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00038

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jacob Von Tobel conducted by an unknown interviewer on June 06, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Jacob Von Tobel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00039

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jacob (Jake) Von Tobel conducted by an unknown collector on May 03, 1985 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. The interview covers Von Tobel’s early life history along with recollections of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection