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David Sklansky oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03906

Abstract

Oral history interview with David Sklansky conducted by Claytee D. White on October 19, 2022 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. Sklansky arrived in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1967. While in Las Vegas, he recalls working as the mathematical consultant to Bob Stupak for many years where he developed some of the games used in Stupak's Vegas World Casino. He also taught poker and gambling, and was entered in The Griffin Book which contained names and photographss of people who found ways to win in the casino by legal means.

Archival Collection

Southwest Oral History Association Records

Identifier

MS-00559

Abstract

The Southwest Oral History Association Records contains records of the Southwest Oral History Association (SOHA) from 1981 to 2020. Records include agendas and minutes from the executive board committee, financial records, correspondence, photographs, and planning documents for SOHA's annual conference.

Archival Collection

Jack West oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01955

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jack West conducted by Perry Kaufman on June 12, 1972 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, West discusses his experience and employment in the advertising industry in Las Vegas, Nevada. West also explains the significance of publicity campaigns for companies.

Archival Collection

Dean Otteson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01418

Abstract

Oral history interview with Dean Otteson conducted by Felicia McCabe on November 04, 2008 for the Public School Principalship Oral History Project. In this interview, Otteson reflects upon his experiences as a teacher and administrator in Alaska and with the Department of Defense Dependent Schools. He discusses his experiences working with vocational training, working with assistant principals, and challenges that he faced.

Archival Collection

Marty Walsh oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01907

Abstract

Oral history interview with Marty Walsh conducted by Suzanne Becker on July 19, 2007 for the Voices of the Historic John S. Park Neighborhood Oral History Project. Walsh discusses living in a home in the John S. Park Neighborhood that was built in 1941 with her husband. She also discusses her work as an artist and her husband’s work as a carpenter.

Archival Collection

Clifford Kemple oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01007

Abstract

Oral history interview with Clifford Kemple conducted by Paul Wilkins on April 4, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Kemple discusses his early life in Goodsprings, Nevada; Las Vegas, Nevada, and changes that he has noticed in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Ida Harris oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00799

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ida Harris conducted by Marilyn B. Real on May 05, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In her interview Harris discusses life in a developing Las Vegas, Nevada and ranches in Las Vegas area.

Archival Collection

Jack Lindell oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01120

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jack Lindell conducted by Michael Forrest on February 24, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In the interview, Lindell discusses arriving in Las Vegas, Nevada from California in 1951 for new employment opportunities. He discusses working as a building contractor, developer, and as a teacher.

Archival Collection

Sally Jackson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00930

Abstract

Oral history interview with Sally Jackson conducted by Krista Jenkins on March 02, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Jackson discusses the hospitality industry, local hotels, casinos, nightclubs, and the social and environmental changes in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Joeseph L. Haughaboo oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00807

Abstract

Oral history interview with Joeseph L. Haughaboo conducted by James F. Haughaboo on April 01, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. The two discuss Haughaboo’s personal family history, his occupational history, and Mr. Haughaboo’s observations of Las Vegas city life since he moved to the state in 1953.

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