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Jarbidge, Nevada Community Archives Collection

Identifier

MS-01122

Abstract

The Jarbidge, Nevada Community Archives Collection contains scanned images from seven archival collections and document the community of Jarbidge, Nevada from approximately 1910 to 2006. The materials were collected from various families living in Jarbidge in 2006 as part of a project led by Carrie Townley Porter. The images depict early Jarbidge structures, surrounding landscape, the Elkoro Mine, and residents of the area. Also included are images of certificates, correspondence, and newspaper articles relating to the families' histories. Also included in the collection are written summaries of ten oral history interviews of Jarbidge residents conducted in 2006. This collection contains digital surrogates only; the owners and Jarbidge Community Archives retain the originals.

Archival Collection

Southern Nevada Women's Political Caucus Records

Identifier

MS-00344

Abstract

The Southern Nevada Women's Political Caucus Records (1981-1992) document a chapter of the National Women's Political Caucus. It was active in child care issues and in aiding women who aspired to be elected to public office. Included are chapter bylaws, minutes, newsletters, and information on local child care and the Act for Better Child Care Services of 1987. Also included are records of forums, conferences, dinners, newspaper advertisements, financial records, and membership information. There is national information, including a bumper sticker, and a poster.

Archival Collection

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) 32nd commencement program

Date

1995-05-12

Description

Commencement program from University of Nevada, Las Vegas Commencement Programs and Graduation Lists (UA-00115).

Text

George's Gateway Club in Stateline, Nevada: postcard

Date

1940 (year approximate) to 1990 (year approximate)

Description

From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- A collage with the title "Take Highway 50 to beautiful Lake Tahoe and George's Gateway Club Stateline, Nevada." The inscription with the image says, "At beautiful Lake Tahoe on Highway 50 at Stateline, Nevada. A pleasant place to visit, with a variety of amusement, both in the club and the surrounding area. Finest food on Highway 50."

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Blair, Nevada: photographic print

Date

1908

Description

Photograph of Blair, Nevada in 1908.

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Meeting minutes for Consolidated Student Senate, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, June 26, 2000

Date

2000-06-05

Description

Includes meeting minutes and agenda, along with additional information about requests, contracts, and amendments.

Text

Views of Boulder Dam and Las Vegas, Nevada

Description

"N.E. Johnson, photographer and publisher." Booklet consists primarily of photographs of the Colorado River in Black Canyon, prior to the construction of Hoover (Boulder) Dam, and photographs of people and businesses in early 20th-century Las Vegas.

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Silver Spur Casino in Reno, Nevada: postcard

Date

1970 (year approximate) to 1989 (year approximate)

Description

From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- Silver Spur in Reno, Nevada circa 1970s-1980s. Also visible are the Horseshoe Club, The Nugget, the Ground Cow restaurant, and The Primadonna.

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Photograph of Lida, Nevada, 1907

Date

1907

Description

Black and white photograph of Lida, Nevada.

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Photograph of Nevada Drug Pirates Little League team, Boulder City, Nevada, 1987

Date

1987

Description

The Nevada Drug Pirates Little League team posing for a picture in Boulder City, Nevada.

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