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Laguna Beach, California: color slide, 1944

Level of Description

Item

Archival Collection

Larry Fotine Music collection

Archival Component

Digitized audiovisual material, approximately 1965 to 1989

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

The Production Company Audiovisual Collection

Archival Component

Bob Stupak "On The Record" with George Knapp: video, 1990 February 17

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

Local news anchor George Knapp interviews Bob Stupak. Interview begins with Stupak sharing his background and coming to stay in Las Vegas in 1972; his journey to owning and operating a number of casinos; the success of Vegas World and his marketing strategies; coming up with the idea for Stratosphere Tower; funding the project; the question about tower height and FAA regulations; Mirage opening and the potential affect on other casinos; his relationship with Steve Wynn; and Stupak's political career. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

Archival Component

Phyllis McGuire and Bob Stupak Christmas Party: video, approximately 1990 to 1999

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

Christmas music plays while guests talk with one another; Phyllis McGuire shows a crystal Eiffel Tower to guests; people sing Christmas songs karaeoke-style; Phyllis McGuire sings; others sing while guests dance; concludes with Bob Stupak and Phyllis McGuire singing "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

Archival Component

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

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

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.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

Archival Component

Fire at Stratosphere Tower construction: video, 1993 August 29

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

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.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

Archival Component

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

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

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.

Archival Collection

Bob Stupak Professional Papers

Archival Component

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

Level of Description

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

Archival Component

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

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

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

Archival Component

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

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

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

Archival Component