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Report by the Freeman Company publicist to John Maynard (The American Weekly), Las Vegas, April 8, 1957

Date

1957-04-08

Description

A report by the Freeman Company publicists titled "Sagebrush Showman" which examined Jack Entratter and the his work in the entertainment industry at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

Mixed Content

Wendy Butler oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02538

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wendy Butler conducted by Dennis McBride on May 23, 2007 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Butler discusses her involvement with the magazine Lesbian Voice in Las Vegas, Nevada. She recalls that other gay magazine publications at the time would not include women’s issues or representation. Butler describes the development of her publication by reaching out to a diverse group of gay people in Las Vegas, and addressing issues surrounding gay people. Lastly, Butler discusses how she advertised her magazine and branching out to find support outside of the gay community.

Archival Collection

George Smith oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02566

Abstract

Oral history interview with George Smith conducted by Dennis McBride on June 28, 2002 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Smith discusses his life as a priest of the Christian Orthodox church and a gay man. He describes his experiences living in an Orthodox monastery, his interactions with the gay community of Las Vegas, Nevada since the 1960s, and other gay priests Smith has known. Smith also details bringing in speakers for talks with his gay congregation to provide information on topics including sexually transmitted diseases and careers. He concludes by discussing his involvement with gay student groups at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Photograph of a document for the Boulder City 31ers, Image 1, Boulder City (Nev.), April 11, 1987

Date

1987-04-11

Description

The image of a letter from the Boulder City 31ers Club to the members regarding the 31st annual reunion on April 11, 1987.

Text

Photograph of a document for the Boulder City 31ers, Image 2, Boulder City (Nev.), April 11, 1987

Date

1987-04-11

Description

The image of the back of the letter from the Boulder City 31ers Club to the members regarding the 31st annual reunion on April 11, 1987.

Text

Slide of a chart of fluorescence based molecular sensors, circa 1980-1990s

Date

1980 to 1999

Description

Summary of Fluorescence based molecular sensors.

Image

David Parks oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02560

Abstract

Oral history interview with David Parks conducted by Dennis McBride on January 31, 2007 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Parks, a member of the Nevada senate, discusses working on a Nevada anti-bullying bill and a family fairness bill, which stated that any two persons could have another person as a recipient beneficiary. Park describes dealing with opposition to the family fairness bill with some people arguing that it changes the traditional definition of family. Parks recalls running against a man with a similar name, David F. Parks, in a 2002 legislative assembly election.

Archival Collection

Photograph of the back of an announcement for Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, Colorado Springs, Colorado, August 1960

Date

1906-08

Description

The back of an announcement for the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo featuring the Las Vegas High School Rhythmettes in Colorado Springs, Colorado decorated with two group photos. The bottom photo is the Las Vegas High School Rhythmettes.

Image

Photograph of the front of an announcement for Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, Colorado Springs, Colorado, August 1960

Date

1906-08

Description

The inside of an announcement for the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo featuring the Las Vegas High School Rhythmettes in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It has information regarding the details and lunch menu of the rodeo.

Image

Jay and Jayson Dicotignano oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02548

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jay and Jayson Dicotignano conducted by Dennis McBride on November 05, 2006 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, the Dicotignanos talk about their marriage and the Men’s Movement of the late 1980s. Jay discusses his career as a therapist, in public health, and the process to have a gay marriage ceremony at a church. Later, the two describe gay parenthood and what gay couples did to have children. Lastly, they recall foster parent training and becoming foster parents.

Archival Collection