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First segment is advertisement for Continental Hotel "DICE" (Do Indian Springs Casino Excursion); second segment is advertisement for Continental Hotel "Chip" (Continental Hotel Invitation Party) promotion: video, 1986 January 17
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First segment is advertisement for Continental Hotel "DICE" (Do Indian Springs Casino Excursion); second segment is advertisement for Continental Hotel "Chip" (Continental Hotel Invitation Party) promotion: videoOriginal media U-matic S, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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"Venetian Open Tape #2": video, 1999 May 03
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Opening day of the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada; captures end of Sheldon Adelson's opening remarks and shots of interior of casino during the press conference, Adelson answers questions from audience (questions are not audible). Sophia Loren is sitting on stage and also answers questions. Questions include cost of construction, what other cities were considered, and others. Press conerene ends and footage of Loren and Adelson sitting down inside a room and talking, then they pair leave to go outside. Others are dressed in costumes and walking behind Adelson and Loren who are escorted by security to a limo outside the casino. Video ends with more walking through the casino and Adelson giving a tour of the areas under construction. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Excalibur Hotel & Casino construction progress : video, 1990 May 17
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B-roll beauty shots of Excalibur Hotel & Casino (daytime) including construction progress shot, marquee with opening date, and fireworks test. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Tally-Ho exterior views: video, 1980 to 1989
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B-roll footage of "Tally-Ho stylish nude entertainment" sign at night. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Arizona Charlie's exterior and interior views: video, 1994 August 01
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B-roll footage of Arizona Charlie's Hotel-Casino sign and marquee during the day, shots of the Nevada state flag flying in the wind, and interior view of the casino restaraunt and sports book. Original media Betacam SP, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Flamingo Hilton "topping out" ceremony on roof and b-roll: video, 1994 October
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Footage of Flamingo Hilton "topping out" from roof of hotel; b-roll of the Las Vegas Strip from roof of Flamingo; remarks given at the top for "Phase 6" construction for the Flamingo Hilton. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Showboat Hotel and Casino exterior at night and b-roll for commercials: video, 1991 January 01
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B-roll footage of Showboat Hotel-Casino neon sign and marquee at night; commercial segments for buffet, diners, and promotions for the Showboat (no audio). Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Showboat Hotel and Casino b-roll for commercials: video, 1991 January 01
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B-roll footage of Showboat Hotel-Casino neon sign and marquee at night; commercial segments for buffet, diners, and promotions for the Showboat (no audio). Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Interior shots of Riviera Casino floor: video, 1990 June
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B-roll footage of Riviera Casino gaming floor and overhead light fixtures. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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Sands Hotel interior shots of sportsbook, casino floor, waitresses, and general guests : video, 1994 July 01 to 1994 August
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B-roll footage of Sands Hotel sportbook, casino floor, Shangria-La Cafe (includes shots of food for menu), watiress interacting with guests, "Charlie Chaplin" costumed figure playing craps. Original media Betacam, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486.
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