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Transcript of interview with David Straus and Heidi Straus by Barbara Tabach, November 6, 2015
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Archival Collection
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In this interview, the Straus? discuss the joys of growing up in Las Vegas during the 1960s and 1970s, and the changes within the community over time, especially in educational opportunities. Both talk about Joyce Straus? career as artist and art educator, and the influence she had on their lives. They also remember Heidi?s father, Jay Sarno, and the impact he had on the local gaming industry. There is also discussion of the founding of Congregation Ner Tamid, the role of Jewish women?s philanthropy within the community, as well as the establishment of The Meadows School.
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Photograph of "Big Will" Anderson, 1980s
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Archival Collection
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Photograph of Hamburger Heaven owner Will Anderson in the kitchen. Anderson owned the restaurant with his wife Helen Anderson in the 1980s and 1990s.
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Photograph of Hamburger Heaven exterior, undated
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Archival Collection
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Color photograph of the exterior of Hamburger Heaven. The restaurant was located at 1215 E Street.
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Photograph of Sgt. Greg McCurdy and Chris Marhalan, circa 1992
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Archival Collection
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Sgt. Greg McCurdy and Metro officer Chris Marhalan prior to a prizefight at MGM Grand.
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Photograph of Greg McCurdy with prizefighter Riddick Bowe
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Archival Collection
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Sgt. Greg McCurdy and fighter Riddick Bowe.
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Photograph of Greg McCurdy at training in Quantico, Virginia, 1999
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Archival Collection
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Color photograph of a training session for Homeland Security at Quantico in 1999. Greg McCurdy (center) gives thumbs up.
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Photograph of Greg McCurdy with Joey Tillmon
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Archival Collection
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Greg McCurdy (left) with retired Police Chief of North Las Vegas Joey Tillmon.
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