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Jack Howard interview, February 27, 1977: transcript
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From the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas collection OH-00897. On February 27, 1977, collector Michael K. Ericksen interviewed his uncle, schoolteacher, Jack E. Howard, (born June 18th, 1920 in Dewey, Oklahoma) in his home in Overton, Nevada. This interview covers Mr. Howard’s personal experiences and recollections about Southern Nevada. Mr. Howard’s wife, Mrs. Helen Howard, is also present during this interview, which offers a thirty year local overview.
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Howard Heckethorn oral history interview
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Oral history interview with Howard Heckethorn conducted by Neil Dalmas on March 02, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. This interview offers an overview of early education in Nevada. Mr. Heckethorn also discusses Stewart Ranch, Howard Hughes and the Hughes Site, and the migration of the Mormons to the Las Vegas area.
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Photograph of Howard Hughes, circa 1943
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Portrait photograph of young Howard Hughes
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Photograph of Lake Mead and the Lost City restorations, Nevada, 1938
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View of the Lost City from the approaching waters of Lake Mead during the spring of 1938.
Transcribed Notes: Transcribed from photo sleeve: "Spring of 1938- Lake Mead approaches Lost City Restorations."
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Photograph of Howard Hughes, circa 1920s
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Construction of Fred H. Wilson's new house, contractor's agreement and receipt, 1938 January 10, 1938 March 12
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Collection Name: Maurine and Fred Wilson Papers
Box/Folder: Box 01
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Postcard of the Museum of Memories, Virginia City (Nev.), January 3, 1938
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Photograph of crowds at Floyd Bennett Airfield, New York, July 14, 1938
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Photograph of the Lockheed 14 aircraft, New York, 1938
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