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In the Beginning: A History of Boulder City, Nevada: publications, 1981
Level of Description
File
Archival Collection
Dennis McBride Personal Papers
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-01099
Collection Name: Dennis McBride Personal Papers
Box/Folder: Box 25 (Restrictions apply)
Collection Name: Dennis McBride Personal Papers
Box/Folder: Box 25 (Restrictions apply)
Archival Component
Photograph of Howard Hughes next to an airplane and surrounded by crowds at Houston Airport, Texas, July, 30, 1938
Date
1938-07-30
Archival Collection
Description
Howard Hughes (in hat) surrounded by crowd at Houston Airport, Houston, Texas.
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Jack Howard interview, February 27, 1977: transcript
Date
1977-02-27
Archival Collection
Description
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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Photograph of Hoover Dam construction, Boulder City, Nevada, 1931-1932
Date
1931 to 1932
Archival Collection
Description
The digging of diversion tunnels at Hoover Dam near Boulder City, Nevada.
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Photograph of state prison, Carson City (Nev.), 1950-1965
Date
1950 to 1965
Archival Collection
Description
Nevada State Prison in Carson City, Nevada. Opened in 1862 and closed in 2012. Signs on the front gate read: "Speed Limit 10 MPH," and "Do Not Take Pictures." Above the doorway reads: "Nevada State Prison - Main Entrance." Street Address: 3301 East 5th Street
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Photograph of men laying sewer pipe in Boulder City, circa 1931
Date
1931 to 1935
Archival Collection
Description
Laying a sewer line in Boulder City.
Transcribed Notes: Written on back: 10-12-31
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