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Kathryn Howell Papers on Civic Engagement in Nevada

Identifier

MS-00481

Abstract

The Kathryn Howell Papers on Civic Engagement in Nevada (1960-2002) contain newspaper articles, correspondence, newsletters, photographs, and personal writings of Kathryn Howell, a teacher, activist, and lobbyist in Southern Nevada. The collection also includes memorabilia from the election of President John F. Kennedy and the 1964 Nevada Centennial celebration, as well as a photograph and letter from former Nevada governor and U.S. senator, Richard H. Bryan.

Archival Collection

Mt. Charleston in Nevada: postcard

Date

1940 (year approximate) to 1990 (year approximate)

Description

From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- Mt. Charleston, Nevada. In the Spring Mountain Range NW of Las Vegas (316,000 acres). Fifty miles of hiking trails. Highest Peak: Mt. Charleston at 11,918 feet above sea level. Highest residential area is at 8,000 ft. Pictured is "Echo View subdivision."

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Photograph of Jean Nevada and Jean Fayle, circa 1909

Date

1908 to 1910

Archival Collection

Description

Jean Nevada Fayle with her mother Jean Fayle.

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Photograph of Charles Springer, Nevada, 1980

Date

1980

Description

Nevada Supreme Court Judge Charles Springer.

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Road through the Nevada desert: postcard

Date

1900 (year approximate) to 1915 (year approximate)

Description

Postcard of a dirt road through the Nevada desert.

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Film transparency of Blanche Zucker and others at an event at the Mesquite Club of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1980s

Date

1980 to 1989

Description

Blanche Zucker (at far left) with others at an event at the Mesquite Club of Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada.

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Colorado River Commission of Nevada Reference Library Collection

Identifier

MS-00427

Abstract

The Colorado River Commission of Nevada Reference Library Collection (1922-2000) documents the history of the Colorado River Commission (CRC) and is predominately comprised of books, briefs, memoranda, motions, exhibits, and other documents pertaining to the Arizona v. California litigation occurring between 1931 and 2000. The collection also contains meeting minutes, correspondence, budgets, reports, and other work files relating to the CRC. The CRC, located in Las Vegas, Nevada, is responsible for managing and protecting Nevada’s Colorado River water and power resources.

Archival Collection

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Office of Community Engagement Records

Identifier

UA-00037

Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Office of Community Engagement Records (1966-2007) contain informational files pertaining to UNLV's 50th Anniversary planning, the conception and construction of the Thomas & Mack Center, and UNLV's involvement with the Las Vegas, Nevada centennial celebration in 2005. Contained within the collection are photographs, newspaper clippings, and correspondence from University administration.

Archival Collection

"Souvenir of Tonopah, Nevada" with photos from Goldfield, Tonopah, and Searchlight, Nevada: photograph album, image 039

Description

From the Nevada Mining Photograph Collection (PH-00361) -- Shown a cover of a miniature photograph of Goldfield, Nevada.

State of Nevada Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 78

Date

1989

Archival Collection

Description

From the Mabel Hoggard Papers (MS-00565) -- Personal papers file. Resolution expressing condolences about the death of Mabel Hoggard, and listing her accomplishments. State of Nevada Assembly Concurrent Resolution No. 78, adopted by the Assembly June 6, 1989; adopted by the Senate June 7, 1989

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