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Courtney Mooney oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01316

Abstract

Oral history interview with Courtney Mooney conducted by Suzanne Becker on July 30, 2007 for the Voices of the Historic John S. Park Neighborhood Oral History Project. Mooney describes her work as the urban design coordinator for Las Vegas, Nevada. Mooney also discusses the past, present, and future of the John S. Park neighborhood.

Archival Collection

Frank M. Bollig oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00218

Abstract

Oral history interview with Frank M. Bollig conducted by Mabel Neal on March 23, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. During this interview Bollig discusses his personal life and reasons for moving to Southern Nevada. Bollig also talks about atomic testing, recreational activities available in Las Vegas, Nevada, various significant businesses in Las Vegas, and important casinos on the Las Vegas Strip.

Archival Collection

Keith West oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01957

Abstract

Oral history interview with Keith West conducted by David L. Snyder on March 12, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, West discusses the lumber industry in Southern Nevada. West also discusses Las Vegas, Nevada business, and residents, including Ed Von Tobel.

Archival Collection

Raymond Richardson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03937

Archival Collection

Miguel Villarba oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03843

Abstract

Oral history interview with Miguel Villarba conducted by David Islas on December 6, 2021 for Reflections: The Las Vegas Asian American and Pacific Islander Oral History Project.

In this interview, Miguel Villarba shares his family's history growing up in Manila, Philippines and immigrating to the United States in 2016. He talks about first living in Chattanooga, Tennessee before moving to Las Vegas, Nevada to be near family when Miguel was in high school. Miguel Villarba shares stories of his grandfather's farm in Pangasinan, Philippines, the differences in city and town life across Manila, Chattanooga, and Las Vegas, and his educational plans. He also talks about Filipino culture and traditions, and racial discrimination.

Archival Collection

Boyo Warner oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01914

Abstract

Oral history interview with Boyo Warner conducted by Gene M. Freerksen on February 13, 1975 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Warner discusses the life of his father, Matt Warner, who lived as an outlaw and later as a lawman in the Old West during the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century. Warner tells several anecdotes of his father's experiences, robberies, and encounters, as well as detailing his involvement with other outlaws, including Butch Cassidy and Tom McCarthy. Warner's sister, Joyce Warner, is also present, providing additional comments about their father and helping to provide an overview of life in the Old West.

Archival Collection

Tim Harney oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00796

Abstract

Oral history interview with Tim Harney conducted by Claytee White on June 12, 2010 for the Voices of the Historic John S. Park Neighborhood Oral History Project. Tim Harney begins his interview discussing his moved to Las Vegas in 1965 to take a teaching position at Rancho High School. He additionally discusses his family living in the John S. Park Neighborhood from 1973 to around 1987.

Archival Collection

Fred Keeton oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02873

Abstract

Oral history interview with Fred Keeton conducted by Claytee D. White and Stefani Evans on October 20, 2016 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In this interview, Keeton discusses his early life in Mississippi. He talks about the complexity of corporate diversity and the importance of inclusion for business ecosystems. Lastly, Keeton describes how Caesars Palace has developed their business performance, the idea of Complexity Science, and complex adaptive systems.

Archival Collection

Jim Marsh oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01198

Abstract

Oral history interview with Jim Marsh conducted by Claytee D. White on June 05, 2012 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. Marsh discusses arriving in Las Vegas, Nevada in 1971 and buying a car dealership called American Auto Mart. He also discusses buying, building, and owning multiple properties around southern Nevada. Marsh then discusses being a member of business organizations, like the Red Cross and the Salvation Army Advisory Board.

Archival Collection

Lindell Blake oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00202

Abstract

Oral history interview with Lindell Blake conducted by Claytee D. White on January 12, 2006 for the African Americans in Las Vegas: a Collaborative Oral History Project. In this interview, Blake discusses his personal history and moving to New York, New York at the age of three. Blake talks about his life in New York, moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1990, and his starting his career as a tap dancer. He talks about performing in various productions across the United States, and teaching tap dancing. Lastly, Blake recalls the history of tap dancing in the United States and describes the audition process for dancers in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection