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Transcript of interview with Don Ross by Barbara Tabach, February 15, 2017

Date

2017-02-15

Archival Collection

Description

At the time of this interview, Don Ross has devoted nearly four inspirational decades of his life in the hotel and hospitality industry. In December 1987, at the age of 29, he accepted a position with Caesars and is now the Vice President of Catering, Conventions & Events for Caesars Palace Las Vegas. Don shares personal stories that lead to his “Don-mode” of providing a high level of customer service. From experiences with his grandparents to an extraordinary upbringing in his parents’ business, Green Chimneys, in Brewster, New York, Don received a surprisingly well-rounded educational foundation. As Don discovered his natural innate ability to serve others in the hospitality industry, he thrived and has never looked back. In recent years, his leadership talents and giving nature have been honored. In 2009, he was one of three distinguished industry executives recognized for their exceptional contributions to the hospitality industry as an “Industry Executive of the Year” during UNLV Harrah College of Hotel Administration’s 5th Annual Vallen Dinner of Distinction. Over the years, he has been honored for his work with Opportunity Village, his Jewish community involvement, and his continued work with Green Chimneys among many other organizations and causes.

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Photograph of Boulder City High School groundbreaking ceremony, Boulder City, March 04, 1949

Date

1950 to 1952

Description

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Boulder City High School in Boulder City, Nevada. From left to right, the three men dressed in suits (front, left) are identified as follows: F. A. Latham, Elbert Edwards, and H. O. Watts (with shovel).

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Architectural sketch of Harrah's Resort Atlantic City, fountains, circa 1983

Date

1981 to 1984

Description

Conceptual sketches of Harrah's Marina Hotel Casino, Atlantic City.
Site Name: Harrah's Marina Resort (Atlantic City)
Address: 777 Harrah's Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ

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Photograph of Sims Ely, Boulder City, Nevada, 1931

Date

1931

Description

The grayscale view of Sims Ely at his desk in an unknown building located in Boulder City, Nevada.

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Photograph of Sims Ely, Boulder City, Nevada, 1931

Date

1931

Description

The grayscale view of Sims Ely at his desk in an unknown building located in Boulder City, Nevada.

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Boulder City park, Boulder City, Nevada, undated

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File

Archival Collection

William V. Wright Collection of Nevada Postcards
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: PH-00094
Collection Name: William V. Wright Collection of Nevada Postcards
Box/Folder: Folder 01

Archival Component

Film transparency of the Boulder City Auto Court, Boulder City, Nevada, circa 1930-1940

Date

1930 to 1940

Archival Collection

Description

An exterior view of the Boulder City Auto Court.

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Slide of the Virginia City historic marker, Virginia City, Nevada, circa 1960s

Date

1960 to 1969

Description

A picture of a historic marker for tourists to take a picture with. The sign has "Virginia City-Queen of the Comstock" inscribed on it with details about the Comstock Lode, which was "the largest body of precious metals ever discovered on Earth."

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Photograph of Howard Hughes installing radar, Culver City, California, May 03, 1947

Date

1947-05-03

Description

Description given with photo: "Hughes Pilots Radar-Equipped Plane Culver City, Calif. -- First passenger plane equipped with radar is flown in demonstration May 1st by Howard Hughes (left) and co-pilot R.C. Loomis over Culver City. Pilots using this equipment will be warned of approaching obstacles by lights flashing on radar panel. Two lights (lefts) with 2,000-foot range, are used to guarantee clearance over mountains; two lights (right) with 500-foot range, are a safety device for approaches and landings. Either set of lights warns against approaching aircraft. Trans-World Airline plans to install radar on its passenger planes. Credit (ACME) 5-3-47."

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TA wall mounted signs, Mill City, Nevada

Date

2021

Description

A wall mounted sign for the TA in Mill City with a detail shot of the welcome sign during the day.

6000 Frontage Rd, Mill City, NV 89418

TA

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