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Desert Inn implosion: video, 1993 January 15
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Local news segments recall gaming pioneer Sam Boyd's history and service to Las Vegas after he passed away January 15, 1993. Still images of Boyd throughout the years appear on screen, as newscasters give a brief history of his work and the evolution of the Boyd Gaming Company. Channel 13's segment includes brief interview with Jackie Gaughan and Mel Woods, who speak about how much Boyd did for the city. Channel 8's segment includes interview clip with Steve Wynn and Jackie Gaughan. Later segments include video broadcast of people speaking at Boyd's memorial service, and clips with various attendees afterward. 11 cuts of different news segments. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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New Years Eve firework celebrations in Las Vegas: video, 2000 December 06
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Various late night talkshow hosts introducing Bob Anderson, singer and impressionist, who performed in Las Vegas. The clips are only of various hosts and celebrities introducing Anderson; he is not seen nor does he perform. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Local news segments on Sam Boyd passing away at 82: video, 1988 November 01
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Audio advertisement for the "Las Vegas Vacation Hoteline" sponsored by the Stardust Hotel and Casino. The advertisement lists different shows and entertainers on the strip, including Liza Minelli, Wayne Newton, and "Folies Bergere", Don Rickles, and finally the Stardust's "Lido de Paris". The Stardust is celebrating their 30th anniversary, and the advertisement goes into detail about the show. Segment ends with the phone number for the ticket box office and a plug for the National Finals Rodeo coming to the city in Las Vegas. Original media Audiocassette.
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Bob Anderson introduction reel: video, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Audio advertisement for the Stardust Slot Club. The pitch is that you join for free and get $5 cash bonus, and earn points when you use the membership club. Offer good through September, for new members with an out-of-state driver's license only. Original media Audiocassette.
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Stardust "A Quarter Mile of Entertainment" promotional presentation: video, 1988 November 10
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Audio advertisement various room packages at the Stardust Hotel and Casino in December and January. The advertisement promotes the "Lido de Paris" show featuring Bobby Berosini, dining options, and other deals you can receive when booking a room at the hotel. Original media Audiocassette.
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Boyd corporate video produced by Laguna Productions: video, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Audio advertisement for the Stardust Hotel and Casino. The spot opens talking about Las Vegas being a "watering hole" for weary travelers and explorers, and the most exciting of all is the Stardust. Featuring the "Lido de Paris" show and Bobby Berosini, games and slot machines, and the race and sportsbook. It ends with the Stardust's slogan "One Quarter Mile of Entertainment." Original media Audiocassette.
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Tres Lobos Mexican Restaurant and Cantina "The Legend of Tres Lobos", Enter the Night's "Heartbeat" and "Mystery of the Night": video, 1988 November 10
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Audio advertisement various room packages at the Stardust Hotel and Casino in December and January. The advertisement promotes the "Lido de Paris" show featuring Bobby Berosini, dining options, and other deals you can receive when booking a room at the hotel. Original media Audiocassette.
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Tres Lobos Mexican Restaurant and Cantina "The Legend of Tres Lobos", Enter the Night's "Heartbeat" and "Mystery of the Night": video, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Audio jingle for Stardust Hotel and Casino; the "One Quarter Mile of Entertainment" song created for the hotel plays on repeat; sometimes with no lyrics and just the music. Original media Audiocassette.
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Boyd Group's Ruthe comments on the Las Vegas monorail project: video, 1991
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Audio for "Enter the Night" main radio spot. A man's voice gives details about the show, and a female voice repeated says the show's title, "Enter the Night". Two shows nightly at 7pm and 11pm, no shows on Tuesday. Ends with the box office phone number. Original media Audiocassette.
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KZLA and KLAC Las Vegas Vacation Hotline advertisement: audio, approximately 1985 to 1995
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Audio advertisement targeted at people driving "the long road" to Las Vegas. Advertisement is for the Stardust Resort and Casino, promoting the "Lido de Paris" show featuring Bobby Berosini, the race and sportsbook, Stardust slot club, and rooms for $25/night, package deals with show tickets, and various restaurants like Tony Roma's. Also includes a full radio program of unrelated news topics. Original media Audiocassette.
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