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Davis, Sammy, Jr., 1925-1990
Samuel George Davis Jr. (1925-1990) was a successful comedian, actor, dancer, and singer in America during the mid-20th century. Davis was also a part of the famous Rat Pack with lifelong friend and collaborator, Frank Sinatra, and frequently performed in Las Vegas, Nevada. He overcame racism during his career and refused to appear at clubs that practiced racial segregation. Some well known recordings of Davis’s include "I've Gotta Be Me" and the hit "The Candy Man."
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Goussak, Gregory W.
Gregory Goussak was born January 17, 1961 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He graduated from Chaparral High School in 1979, completed his bachelor’s and master’s degree at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and his doctorate through the University of Phoenix.
Greg's childhood was shaped by experiences with Las Vegas' sixth grade centers, challenges with scoliosis, and especially, involvement with B'nai B'rith Youth Organization (BBYO).
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Film transparency of an elementary school, unidentified location, circa 1930-1940
Date
1930 to 1940
Archival Collection
Description
Image of an unidentified elementary school.
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Film transparency of a hospital, unidentified location, circa 1930-1940
Date
1930 to 1940
Archival Collection
Description
Image of an unidentified hospital.
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Film transparency of Grace Community Church, unidentified location, circa 1930-1940
Date
1930 to 1940
Archival Collection
Description
Picture of Grace Community Church.
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Film transparency of Hoover Dam, circa mid 1930s
Date
1935 to 1939
Archival Collection
Description
A view of Hoover Dam's upstream face and intake towers.
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Ida B. Pittman, wife of Vail Pittman, image 005 of 007: photographic print
Date
1946
Description
Ida B. Pittman with children on the lawn of the Governor's Mansion.
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