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On February 10, 1975, Ruth Guidi interviewed George Gilbert (born 1931 in Southgate, California) about his life in Nevada. George first talks about his education in Las Vegas and his family background. He also talks about times during World War II, the shopping facilities available to those in Las Vegas, the casinos that existed, the churches that were built, and the Helldorado parades. The two also discuss social clubs, politics, the atomic testing, environmental and social changes, the Mormon Fort, Hoover Dam, and the first movie theaters.
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View of a wall mounted sign for Premier Jewelry & Loan during the day with unlit neon. The sign reads "Diamonds & Gold."
490 N Virginia St, Reno, NV 89501
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Cactus Jack's Senator club signs, including detail shots of the character during the day with unlit neon.
420 N Carson St, Carson City, NV 89701
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View of a flag mounted sign for Casale's Halfway Club during the day with unlit neon.
2501 E 4th St, Reno, NV 89512
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