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Transcript of interview with Oliver Crickman by William Hawley, March 3, 1979
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Archival Collection
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On March 3, 1979, William Hawley interviewed Oliver Crickman (born 1933 in Apex, North Carolina) about his experiences from living in Nevada and working in restaurants. Crickman first describes his background and his first occupations prior to starting as a cook in Las Vegas restaurants. He then explains how he gradually moved from the position of cook’s helper to sous chef and his then-current position of executive chef at the Royal Inn. Crickman goes into detail about the operation of those restaurants and other Las Vegas Strip and Downtown Las Vegas properties, and he describes the demographics of cooks as well as how the hospitality industry has changed over time. The latter part of the interview involves a discussion of Crickman’s various residences in Las Vegas over time, the extent of crime, the first places to shop, and a brief discussion on mobile homes.
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Interview with Michael Bordner, June 8, 2005
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Robert Scott Hooper Photographs [UNPROCESSED]
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This collection is unprocessed; see the access note for additional information. The Robert Scott Hooper Photographs (approximately 1960-2019) consist of photographic negatives, positives, prints, Polaroids, 16mm films, videos, business records, correspondence, drawings, and ephemera. The collection was created by prolific photographer Robert Scott Hooper and his longtime business partner and wife, Theresa Holmes. The couple's life and business was based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hooper's work focused on the female form, encompassing many areas of interest including sexual entertainment, modeling, pornography, and Las Vegas entertainment. Hooper was a contributing photographer with Playboy and Vegas Visitor magazines. Hooper also photographed many celebrities, Las Vegas production shows, notable events like hotel implosions, and the development of the Las Vegas Strip, including early time-lapse work on the Luxor Hotel and Casino and The Venetian. This collection also includes business records, model contracts, and correspondence.
Archival Collection
Postcard of a barge, Lake Mead, circa 1935-1950
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Archival Collection
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Photograph of the exterior of the Lake Mead Lodge, Nevada, circa 1940s to 1950s
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Archival Collection
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Film transparency of an architectural drawing, Nevada, circa 1930s-1940s
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Archival Collection
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Film transparency of Lake Mead National Recreation Area administrative building, circa 1940s-1950s
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Archival Collection
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Photograph of the Rotary Club, Hoover Dam, circa October 1946
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Archival Collection
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An image of Rotary Club members standing to sing the national anthem.
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