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Photograph of photographer/cameraman filiming on an airplane, circa 1940s-1950s

Date

1940 to 1959

Description

A Photographer/Cameraman filming during the Operation of Akeley A-1A Motion Picture Camera and use of oxygen equipment in a Beechcraft F-2 Airplane. The photograph is labeled 12212 AC in the lower right corner and was taken by the U. S. Army Air Force.

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Photograph of Flight Officer in a plane on D-Day, June 6, 1944

Date

1944-06-06

Description

The caption reads: "The camera is the eye of the mission." And to see that the eye is in good working order Captain Ursal P. Marshall, 522 South Furth St., Fulton, N. Y., rides along on D-Day. Captain Harvell is Photographic Officer of one of the veteran Liberator Groups which is now commanded by Colonel John H. Gibson of Hinsdale, Illinois. This photograph was taken shortly before reaching the target, in initial wave of heavy bombers on D-Day, June 6, 1944."

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Transcript of interview with James Bonnell by Gerald L. Conner, February 22, 1977

Date

1977-02-22

Description

On February 22, 1977, James Bonnell interviewed Gerald L. Connor (born 1930 in Boston, Massachusetts) about his experiences in Nevada and his work in education. Connor first talks about his move to Nevada while he was a member of the United States Air Force. He then discusses his education, including that at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and also describes his church membership. Connor later talks about changes in the schools and school district, the growth of gambling and properties located in Downtown Las Vegas and the Las Vegas Strip, and the early atomic tests at the Nevada Test Site. He also describes in detail his political activity and involvement with the Democratic Party, including his work with candidates for the offices of Nevada Governor and United States Senator. Towards the end of the interview, Connor talks about events such as Helldorado, the growth of the city over time, and his thoughts on the future of Las Vegas.

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Transcript of interview with Eldon Cunningham by Randall L. Williams, March 14, 1981

Date

1981-03-14

Description

On March 14, 1981, Randall Williams interviewed Eldon Cunningham (born 1920 in Granby, Missouri) about his life in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cunningham first talks about his family background, his reason for moving to Las Vegas, and his service in the military during World War II. He also mentions the Twin Lakes area of Las Vegas, his hobby of prospecting, and his work with Clark County Electric as an electrician. Cunningham also talks in detail about some of his experiences while working at the Nevada Test Site in electrical work. As the interview concludes, Cunningham talks more about family illnesses, experiments at the Test Site, and his former hunting practices.

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Transcript of interview with Hal G. Curtis by Bill Teepe, February 24, 1977

Date

1977-02-24

Description

On February 24, 1977, Bill Teepe interviewed Hal G. Curtis (born 1926 in Galt City, California) about his life in Southern Nevada. Curtis talks first about his work on the Union Pacific Railroad before discussing changes and development in Las Vegas, including development on the Strip and Downtown areas. He also talks about Block 16, the El Rancho Vegas fire, social clubs, and religion.

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Transcript of interview with John Erb by Susan Korzennik, February 23, 1980

Date

1980-02-23

Description

On February 23, 1980, Susan Korzennik interviewed construction worker John Erb (born on July 16th, 1932 in Denver, Colorado) in his home in Las Vegas, Nevada. This interview covers John’s construction work in the Las Vegas area in addition to family life in Nevada and local social, religious, and community activities. He also discusses being a member of the Elks Club and the Clark County Gentlemen’s Club.

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Meeting minutes for Consolidated Student Senate, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, March 19, 2001

Date

2001-03-19

Description

Includes meeting minutes and agenda, along with additional information about bylaws.

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Application and supporting documents for the naming of Mark L. Fine Elementary School, 2007

Date

2007

Archival Collection

Description

The application and supporting documents provide details about Mark Fine and his contributions to Clark County and Las Vegas, Nevada. There are letters of support from many members of the community, including his children and elected officials, and from leaders in religious groups, non-profit organizations and business enterprises.

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The Castaways Hotel and Casino: photographic film

Date

1960 (year approximate) to 1986 (year approximate)

Description

An exterior view of the Castaways Hotel and Casino. A marquee advertises Open now all new rooms", "air conditioned", "pool". The Castaways was a hotel and casino in Paradise, Nevada that operated from 1963 to 1987 on the Las Vegas Strip. The property had originally been San Souci Auto Court, an early motel which opened in the 1930s, and developed into Sans Souci Hotel in the 1950s. In 1962, the resort became Castaways Hotel & Casino. The hotel had a 1,500-gallon aquarium in its bar. In 1967, the Castaways was sold to billionaire Howard Hughes for $3 million dollars. The resort operated until July 1987, when it closed and was demolished and the property was purchased by Steve Wynn. The resort became the Mirage, opening on November 22, 1989. The property is located at 3400 South Las Vegas Boulevard Las Vegas, NV 89109.

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