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Bureau of Reclamation Photographs of the Hoover Dam and Boulder City, Nevada
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Abstract
The Bureau of Reclamation Photographs of the Hoover Dam and Boulder City, Nevada depict the construction of the Hoover (Boulder) Dam and the development of Boulder City, Nevada from 1869 to 1974, with a bulk of the materials dating from 1929 to 1940. The photographs primarily depict the construction operations in Black Canyon, including digging tunnels, pouring concrete, building the power plant, and inspections by Bureau of Reclamation engineers. The photographs also depict Boulder City, including schools, workers, and dormitories. The collection also includes photographs of St. Thomas, Nevada, Lake Mead, Nelson’s Landing, Nevada, and an archaeological excavation near Lake Mohave, Nevada.
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Photograph of Boulder City Elementary School teachers and faculty, Boulder City, Nevada, circa 1950s
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Photograph of a parade for Howard Hughes, New York City, July 15, 1938
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Photograph of the Administration building, Boulder City, Nevada, 1949
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Photograph of Mound House in Carson City, Nevada, 1930s
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Carson Nugget marquee sign, Carson City, Nevada
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View of the marquee for the Carson Nugget during the day with unlit neon.
507 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
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Atlantic City Boardwalk: photograph
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Slide of the Penguin Restaurant, Carson City, Nevada, 1986
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Boulder City, Nevada photographs, approximately 1930 to 1990
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The Boulder City, Nevada photographs depict the city of Boulder City, Nevada from approximately 1930 to 1990. The photographs primarily depict the citizens of Boulder City at social or political events. The photographs also include Nevada politicians such as United States Senator Howard Cannon and United States Representative James Santini.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Elton and Madelaine Garrett Photograph and Architectural Drawing Collection
Box/Folder: N/A
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City of Las Vegas: city permits and correspondence, 1979-1980
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: Young Audiences New York, Nevada Humanities Collection
Box/Folder: Box 03
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