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Photograph of Lied Library construction ceremony program, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, November 1998

Date

1998-11

Description

Two copies of the program from the Lied Library topping off ceremony at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV).

Image

Letter from Gabriel Rothstein (Paris, France) to the Thunderbird Hotel (Las Vegas, Nevada), September 23, 1957

Date

1957-09-23

Description

A letter from Gabriel Rothstein, an engineer in Paris, France, to the Thunderbird Hotel regarding a new roulette layout that Rothstein devised, including four registered drawing patterns.

Mixed Content

UNLV Libraries Collection on Casino Game Protection

Identifier

MS-00846

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection on Casino Game Protection includes resources on casino security dating from 1975 to 2004 compiled by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Special Collections and Archives. Materials include published reports related to casino security, gaming legislation, and gaming controls. It also contains information from surveillance information network reports, including the Griffin Book by Griffin Investigations, and other sources that document persons who committed offenses in casinos. The reports were designed to assist casino operators in spotting cheaters, advantage players, and scam artists.

Archival Collection

UNLV University Libraries Photographs of the Development of the Las Vegas Valley, Nevada

Identifier

PH-00394

Abstract

The UNLV University Libraries Photographs of the Development of the Las Vegas Valley, Nevada (2016-2020) are comprised of digital photographs captured as part of the Special Collections and Archives Building Las Vegas project. Digital photographs shot in the Las Vegas Valley, Nevada, include color images of street scenes, neighborhoods, developments, land use, housing, flood control, parks, traffic patterns, and parts of the tourism corridor including casinos and hotels.

Archival Collection

Report by Al Freeman announcing the opening of the Aqueduct at the Sands Hotel, Las Vegas, April 12, 1963

Date

1963-04-12

Description

A report by Al Freeman announcing the opening of the new building called the Aqueduct, the then new 83 room and suite building located at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The report overviews the size, cost, furnishings, designers, and architects. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

Mixed Content

Esther Lynn oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01168

Abstract

Oral history interview with Esther Lynn conducted by Dennis McBride on August 24, 2000 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. Lynn moved to Las Vegas, Nevada from Los Angeles, California in 1976. She is a writer and editor, focusing on the Las Vegas entertainment scene, with by-lines in many local and national publications.

Archival Collection

Slide of a diagram, circa 1990s

Date

1990 to 1999

Description

Diagram for "Gambling Economics in a Bathtub".

Image

Slide of a diagram, circa 1990s

Date

1990 to 1999

Description

Diagram for "Gambling Economics in a bathtub"

Image

Dennis Myers oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02559

Abstract

Oral history interview with Dennis Myers conducted by Dennis McBride on March 23, 2005 for the Las Vegas Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Archives Oral History Project. In this interview, Myers discusses meeting former Lieutenant Governor of Nevada, Fred S. Alward. Myers talks about the public's speculation surrounding Alward's sexual orientation and the impact that had on his career.

Archival Collection

Notes on the Empire Crafts organization booking the Copa Room at the Sands Hotel, Las Vegas, August 9, 1962

Date

1962-08-09

Description

Notes written by General Joe Battley regarding the Empire Crafts booking of the Copa Room at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The notes outline the date, contact person, and number of guests. Site Name: Sands Hotel and Casino

Mixed Content