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Cork Proctor Papers

Identifier

MS-00445

Abstract

The Cork Proctor Papers document the career of comedian Cork Proctor from 1942 to 2012. The papers include photographs, programs, advertisements, and newspaper articles that illustrate both the longevity and influence of one of Nevada's most famous comedians. From 1972 to 2012, in both Reno and Las Vegas, Proctor consistently worked as a stand-up comedian, writer, and roaster.

Archival Collection

Jamey Stillings Photographs

Identifier

PH-00380

Abstract

The Jamey Stillings Photographs (2009-2024) is primarily comprised of photographs taken by professional photographer, Jamey Stillings documenting various infrastructure projects in the region. The Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge project at the Hoover Dam depicts the construction of the Mike O’Callaghan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge from 2009 to 2012. The Ivanpah Solar Electric Generating System project depicts aerial views of Ivanpah Solar in the Mojave Desert of California from 2010 to 2014. The Crescent Dunes Solar project consists of a range of aerial and ground-based work documenting SolarReserve's Crescent Dunes Solar near Tonopah, Nevada, from 2014 to 2015. The Tapping the Colorado project consists of aerial work documenting the historically critical water levels in Lake Mead and Lake Powell in 2021 and 2022.

Archival Collection

UNLV Libraries Collection on the Union Pacific Railroad in Las Vegas, Nevada

Identifier

MS-00751

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection on the Union Pacific Railroad in Las Vegas, Nevada (approximately 1900-1989) contains employee rosters, bills of lading, and correspondence related to the Union Pacific Railroad in Las Vegas, Nevada. Also included in the collection are Union Pacific Old Timers Club membership lists and bylaws, as well as correspondence from Clark County Clerk to Walter Bracken congratulating him on the dedication of the new depot in 1940. The San Pedro, Los Angeles & Salt Lake Railroad Company and the Salt Lake and Ogden Railway are also represented in the material.

Archival Collection

Roosevelt Fitzgerald Interview for "Nevada, One of Fifty" Program

Identifier

MS-01212

Abstract

The Roosevelt Fitzgerald Interview for "Nevada, One of Fifty" Program consists of one audiocassette. This series of radio programs produced by the University of Nevada, Reno, was part of the U.S. Bicentennial celebration, and explored various aspects of the state: history, politics, immigrants, Native Americans, government, ghost towns, art, and some individuals. Every show featured a different host and guest. In this interview, Dr. Mark Weinstein interviews Dr. Roosevelt Fitzgerald on the subject of "Ethnic groups in Nevada." Fitzgerald was a University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) faculty member and Director of the Ethnic Studies program. He dedicated his life to teaching and was well-known as a researcher and writer of the history of the Black experience in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Hamilton, Carolyn V.

Carolyn V. Hamilton is a former Las Vegas advertising executive and graphic designer. Born and raised in Seattle, Washington, Hamilton left her hometown in 1964 to be a Playboy Bunny in Detroit, Michigan. After obtaining a degree in commercial art, Hamilton worked in advertising in Los Angeles, California before relocating to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1973. Hamilton continued her career in Las Vegas at Jerry May Advertising, but when that firm dissolved in late 1973, she began working as a cocktail waitress at the newly-opened MGM Grand Hotel & Casino.

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