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Ida Bowser oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00159

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ida Bowser conducted by Claytee D. White on August 30, 2007 for the UNLV @ 50 Oral History Project. Ida Bowser discusses her career working in the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) libraries for 37 years.

Archival Collection

Mark Fine oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02844

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mark Fine conducted by Claytee D. White and Stefani Evans on September 28, 2016 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Fine discusses his upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio and initial interest in real estate. He recalls moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1997, his role in the development of Green Valley and Summerlin communities, and his idea that the link between volume of home sales and economics would increase the pace of development. He describes methods of building a sense of quality of life into his planned communities, building libraries, and the importance of accessibility. Lastly, Fine discusses his next projects, and reflects on the growth of Green Valley and Summerlin.

Archival Collection

Frank Martin oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02827

Abstract

Oral history interview with Frank Martin conducted by Stefani Evans and Claytee D. White on September 13, 2016 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Martin discusses his early life in Montana and moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1961. He recalls his initial interests in carpentry, his employment at the Nevada Test Site, and co-founding his business, Martin-Harris Construction. Martin describes building custom homes, cooperating with architectural firms on a project, and the relationship built between building owners and the construction company. Later, Martin discusses the innovation of technology and its use on the construction site. Lastly, Martin talks about the differences in working for corporations and private owners.

Archival Collection

Tina Quigley oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03230

Abstract

Oral history interview with Tina Quigley conducted by Claytee D. White and Stefani Evans on August 29, 2017 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Quigley discusses her early life in Petaluma, California. She talks about her initial interest in aviation, attending Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and studying airport planning and aviation business. Quigley recalls moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1990, her employment at McCarran Airport, and airport projects she was involved in. Later, Quigley remembers joining the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC), becoming general manager, and the development of transportation technology. Lastly, Quigley discusses future planning for Clark County public transportation.

Archival Collection

Photograph of downtown Las Vegas, Nevada, circa 1966

Date

1965 to 1967

Description

An aerial view of downtown Las Vegas, Nevada, looking north. The northwest end of Fremont Street is at the center left side of the photograph. Fourth Street is seen near the right side of the photo. The Mint Hotel, Binion's Horseshoe Club, and the Golden Nugget on Fremont Street and the Clark County Courthouse on Second Street can be seen.

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Photograph of a floating craps table in the Sands Hotel swimming pool, Las Vegas, Nevada, circa 1950s

Date

1950 to 1959

Description

Gamblers playing in the swimming pool at a floating craps table at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Sands Hotel "A Place In The Sun" marquee is seen from the pool.

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Photograph of the Dunes Hotel rooms, Las Vegas, circa 1950s

Date

1950 to 1959

Archival Collection

Description

A view of a room inside the Dunes Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Slide of Juanita Greer White Life Sciences Building, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, circa 1980s

Date

1980 to 1989

Description

Exterior of Juanita Greer White Life Sciences Building, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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Slide of Special Collections service desk, James R. Dickinson Library, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, circa 1981-1983

Date

1981 to 1983

Description

Special Collections Curator Anna Dean Kepper (left) assists students at the Special Collections service desk in the James R. Dickinson Library, University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

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