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Crane weight testing and crane jacking for the construction of Stratosphere Tower: video

Date

1993-09-07 to 1993-09-08

Archival Collection

Description

Multiple clips of construction workers weight testing and jacking a crane used to build the Stratosphere Tower; the clips are shot at ground level and frequently zoom in and out of the crane; the Stratosphere Tower can be seen in the background, still being built; construction noises and people's voices can be heard in the background Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Channel 8 news segment: Bob Stupak tours Stratosphere Tower: video

Date

1995-07-25

Archival Collection

Description

Channel 8 "Eyewitness News" segment featuring Bob Stupak as he tours the Stratosphere Tower construction site for the first time since his motorcycle accident. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Stratosphere Tower marquee installation and roller coaster testing: video

Date

1996-04-19

Archival Collection

Description

Local news anchors discuss final preparation to open Stratosphere while visuals of tower under construction and cranes installing final signage and marquee; news anchor reports from Stratosphere days before opening; letters from sign on ground before being installed; rollercoaster tested prior to opening; news anchor reports from helicopter while showing views fo the coaster on top of Stratosphere. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Stratosphere Tower height controversy addressed in special county comission meeting: video

Date

1994-05-25

Archival Collection

Description

Local news anchor discusses various county and city rules which may limit tower height; Clark County meets in a special session to discuss using state law to declare the tower a public nuisance based on height; City Council to vote and make final decision. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Stratosphere Tower height controversy: video

Date

1994-05-31 to 1994-06-01

Archival Collection

Description

Local news anchors discuss threat to sue or outlaw the height of the Stratosphere Tower; discuss stalling of construction and visuals of construction workers on Tower; Stratosphere lawyer John Moran, Jr. talks about consultant group; interviews with construction workers; City selects consultant group. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Vegas World use of eminent domain: video

Date

1994-05-05

Archival Collection

Description

Local news anchors discuss Bob Stupak's desire to clear area next to Vegas World for construction of Stupak Tower (Stratosphere); Stupak threatened use of eminent domain to clear surrounding park and Meadows Village homes; interview clips of local residents who would be impacted by eviction . Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Bob Stupak practicing for Globetrotter Game and NY News Coverage of event: video

Date

1996-02-16 to 1996-02-17

Archival Collection

Description

"Practice session night before game" Bob Stupak plays basketball inside a gym; Stupak shooting free throws inside Madison Square Garden before the game; NY-One coverage of Stupak during the Globetrotter game; Stupak poses with $100,000 donation check. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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"Hard Copy" segment about political scandal involving Bob and Nicole Stupak: video

Date

1991-06-25

Archival Collection

Description

News anchor reports on Frank Hawkins and Nicole Stupak's rival candidacy; discussion about Bob Stupak's financing of the private eye in attempt to boost his daughter's campaign; Stratosphere Tower construction; Stupak as actor; Stupak the Game; interview clips with Bob Stupak throughout. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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McGuire & Stupak Christmas Party: video

Date

1990 (year approximate) to 1999 (year approximate)

Archival Collection

Description

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. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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Bob Stupak addresses Stratosphere financial issues: video

Date

1997-08-27

Archival Collection

Description

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. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.

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