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Robert Francis Bergin oral history interview
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Abstract
Oral history interview with Robert Francis Bergin conducted by Paula Morey on March 05, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. During the interview Bergin discusses his personal history, the opening of the Desert Inn Hotel and other casinos, the gambling industry, his visits to Cuba, Wilbur Clark, Howard Hughes, and women in gaming. Digital audio and transcript available.
Archival Collection
Robert K. Roney files, 1950-1991
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Scope and Contents
Robert K. Roney (1922-2017) was a leading engineer and Senior Vice President with Hughes Aircraft Company. During his career at Hughes he made major contributions with regard to the development of air-to-air missiles, lunar landing spacecraft and communications satellites. The Robert K. Roney files (1950-1991) contains his author (correspondence) files, and engineering notes, and numerous technical reports, some of which he authored.
Source:
“Dr. Robert K. Roney,” National Academy of Engineering, accessed January 31, 2018,
https://www.nae.edu/MembersSection/MemberDirectory/27589.aspx
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Hughes Electronics Corporation Records
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Multicolor Films, Inc. records, 1926 to 1935
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The Multicolor Films, Inc. records (1926-1935) consists of administrative, advertising and publicity, financial, and legal records, as well as blueprints, specifications, and correspondence. Materials include black-and-white photographic prints and negatives, newspaper and magazine clippings, and financial reports detailing Howard Hughes' attempts at developing color prints for his films.
Archival Collection
Collection Name: Howard Hughes Film Production Records
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