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University of Nevada, Las Vegas Arboretum Project Records

Identifier

UA-00043

Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Arboretum Project Records are comprised of documents, brochures, and photographs dating from 1976 to 2012 documenting both the creation and operations of the Arboretum at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The collection includes photographs of planning the Arboretum, the opening ceremony, and aerial photos of the UNLV campus. The brochures include guides to the Arboretum, lists of types of plants grown, and information on the Xeric Garden.

Archival Collection

Sadie and Hampton George Papers

Identifier

MS-00434

Abstract

The Sadie and Hampton George Papers (1874-1948) consist primarily of the incoming and outgoing correspondence of Sadie Kiel George and her husband, Hampton George, regarding proposed land and mineral rights sales. The collection also includes some personal correspondence, and two of the most significant letters in the collection deal with the deaths of brothers William and Edward Kiel, Sadie's uncles, who were found dead at the Kiel Ranch in October 1900. Also included in the collection are receipts, cancelled checks, tax notices, mining claims, and land deeds.

Archival Collection

Transcript of interview with Midge Innis by James Thomas Griffin, May 8, 1976

Date

1976-05-08

Description

On May 8, 1976, James Thomas Griffin interviewed former casino dealer Midge Innis (born September 23rd, 1928 in Neligh, Nebraska) in her apartment in Las Vegas, Nevada about her life in Southern Nevada. The two discuss her occupational history as well as how she met her husband. The interview concludes Innis’ thoughts on environmental and social shifts in Las Vegas.

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Interview with Frankie Lou (Louise) Mayer, July 26, 2004

Date

2004-07-26

Description

Narrator affiliation: Benefits Specialist, Reynolds Electrical and Engineering Company (REECo)

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Interview with Brenda Adams Scruton, June 29, 2004

Date

2004-06-29

Description

Narrator affiliation: Senior Employment Representative, Reynolds Electrical and Engineering Company (REECo)

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Interview with Frank Solaegui, December 1, 2004

Date

2004-12-01

Description

Narrator affiliation: Drilling Manager, Reynolds Electrical and Engineering Company (REECo)

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