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Exterior sign at the Gay and Lesbian Community Center, three days before grand opening: digital image
Date
2013-04-03
Archival Collection
Description
From the Dennis McBride Photograph Collection (PH-00263) -- LGBTQ+ events and organizations in Las Vegas, Nevada -- Digital images file. Notes from the donor, Dennis McBride: This photograph was taken three days before the Center's April 6, 2013 grand opening. ... The building was named for gay Las Vegas businessman and philanthropist, Robert L. Forbuss [1948-2012], who donated a substantial amount of money toward the Center's construction. The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Special Collections Department holds a photograph and manuscript collection from Forbuss [MS-00888], as well as an oral history interview [F849.L35 F657 2010].
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Boyd Gaming/Stardust Resort makes donation to Oklahoma City bombing victims: video
Date
1995-04-20 to 1995-04-21
Archival Collection
Description
Local news segments where reports speak on Boyd Gaming/Stardust Resort's $25,000 donation to the Red Cross to help Oklahoma City bombing victims, and the Riviera's planned 2-day benefit concert. The American Red Cross phone number is shown on screen while reports speak on the local efforts to help Oklahoma victims. Local Cannon Middle School students organized a carwash, raising $1,200 with the help of the local fire department. Interview with a local American Red Cross representative who reports on donations and need for assistance. 7 cuts on the event. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.
Moving Image
"Desert Aces" fatal plane crash: video
Date
1994-12-05
Archival Collection
Description
Local news reports on a fatal plane crask during a simulated"dog fight". Wayne Pollack (NTSB Investigator) provided some information about the crash and status of the plane prior to crash. Interview with witness of the crash, and speculation about why the plane crashed is discussed. Footage of the crash site are shown, and information about the victim's families are also shared. Second segment discusses the identities of the two victims, and states the FAA is continuing the investigation. Third segment also reports on the identities of the victims, and state it is still under investigation. Desert Aces, the company, does not comment. Fourth segment speaks with co-owner of Desert Aces Paul Supchak. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.
Moving Image
Early construction of the Hoover Dam in Arizona: photgraphic print
Date
1934-01-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the UNLV Libraries Single Item Accession Photograph Collection (PH-00171)
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External view of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard
Date
1940 (year approximate) to 1990 (year approximate)
Archival Collection
Description
From Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367)
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Hoover Dam warehouse: photographic print
Date
1952-10-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the Morgan Sweeney Photograph Collection (PH-00228). Number 2 Warehouse the contractors yard on November 28, 1950. Stamp on the back reads, "Photograph by Bureau of Reclamation BCP # 8120 Boulder Canyon Project Boulder City, Nevada."
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Hoover Dam switchyard before construction: photographic print
Date
1952-10-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the Morgan Sweeney Photograph Collection (PH-00228). Hoover Dam Powerplant where it was the proposed location of states switchyard before commencement of construction on October 2, 1950.
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An A-4 generator at the Hoover Dam: photographic print
Date
1954-07-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the Morgan Sweeney Photograph Collection (PH-00228). A-4 generator where men are taping coils in stator in progress.
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Rotor, Generator Unit A-4 at the Hoover Dam: photographic print
Date
1957-07-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the Morgan Sweeney Photograph Collection (PH-00228). Rotor, Generator Unit A-4, being placed inside stator.
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Megan Anderson at the Hoover Dam: photographic print
Date
1989-10-15
Archival Collection
Description
From the UNLV Libraries Single Item Accession Photograph Collection (PH-00171). Megan Anderson (Miss Nevada 1978) at Hoover Dam.
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