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Photograph of Old Tonopah Cemetery, Tonopah (Nev.), late 1940s

Date

1945 to 1949

Description

Old Tonopah Cemetery in the late 1940s. There is an inscription on the back of the image: "Welcome to the charter membership of the Central Nevada Historical Society. 1977-78"

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Upper Black Canyon Dam Site (historical)

No description.

Latitude/Longitude

36.01581, -114.73776

Geographic Location

Las Vegas Archive Memorabilia and Promotional Materials

Identifier

MS-01034

Abstract

The Las Vegas Archive Memorabilia and Promotional Materials (approximately 1960-2019) contains reproductions of photographs taken of historic landmarks around Las Vegas, Nevada and entertainers like Elvis Presley, Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Liberace performing in Las Vegas. The collection also contains digital photographs from 2008 of an airship displaying an advertisement for the M Resort Spa and Casino. There is also memorabilia from the MGM Grand Hotel including a gaming guide, decks of playing cards, and a commemorative drinking glass. The collection also includes several historic postcards depicting Las Vegas, political campaign buttons for local Nevada elections, and greeting cards from U.S. Representative Jim Santini.

Archival Collection

Preservation Association of Clark County Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00060

Abstract

The Preservation Association of Clark County Photograph Collection consists of five black-and-white photographic prints and negatives from approximately 1980. Images depict scenes from the preservation process of the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort as well as images of members of the Preservation Association of Clark County, University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries, and Nevada government officials in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Restoration of Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort: architectural plans

Date

1972-06-14

Description

From the Elizabeth von Till and Claude N. Warren Professional Papers -- Elizabeth von Till Warren Papers -- Organizational records -- Preservation Association of Clark County -- Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort files: research files, correspondence, maps, reprints, event flyers file.

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Ward Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park

No description.

Latitude/Longitude

39.03494, -114.84779

Feature

park

Geographic Location

UNLV University Libraries Collection of Nevada Calendars

Identifier

MS-00990

Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) University Libraries Collection of Nevada Calendars consists of promotional calendars from organizations, institutions, and corporate bodies operating or based in Nevada from 1908 to 2016. Materials include advertising calendars from the Union Pacific Railroad, Harrah's Entertainment, Inc., and the Harold's Club in Reno, Nevada. It also includes calendars from businesses and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada that no longer exist.

Archival Collection

Church of St. Peter the Apostle: photographic print

Date

1982-03

Description

From the Historic Building Survey Photograph Collection (PH-00345). Church of St. Peter the Apostle, 204 South Boulder Highway, Henderson, Nevada

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Sylvia Adler residence: photographic print

Date

1979 (year approximate)

Description

From the Historic Building Survey Photograph Collection (PH-00345). Sylvia Adler residence, alcove, 604 Bell Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Sylvia Adler residence: photographic print

Date

1979 (year approximate)

Description

From the Historic Building Survey Photograph Collection (PH-00345). Sylvia Adler residence, bathroom, 604 Bell Drive, Las Vegas, Nevada.

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