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Transcript of interview with John Boyle by Meghan Boyle, March 14, 1981

Date

1981-03-14

Archival Collection

Description

Meghan Boyle interviews her father John Boyle (born 1924 in Risen, Arkansas), who at the time was Chief Pilot of Operations for Republic Airlines. The two discuss changes in air travel over the years and John’s profession as a pilot. They also discuss improvements in Las Vegas roads over the years, the rise in crime rates, and the impacts on changes in the economy.

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Transcript of interview with Jon Sparer by Barbara Tabach, March 4, 2015

Date

2015-03-04

Archival Collection

Description

In this interview, Jon Sparer discusses his involvement as the architect of Congregation Ner Tamid's synagogue in Green Valley. He explains details of the building including the concrete tilt-up form, glass windows and the incorporation of quotes throughout the building. Sparer also discusses his involvement with the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada (The Center) as a board member.

According to architect Jon Sparer, when he moved to Las Vegas in the early 1980s, the art of the deal was still based on a "handshake." It was just after the infamous MGM fire and Jon went to work for Rissman and Rissman. He later worked for Marnell Corrao Associates until 2001, and then as a principal in his own firm. He is now retired. While honing his design skills with the exciting transformation of the Strip into a world-class destination, Jon also became an active contributor to the Las Vegas community. Among his most notable experiences was being on the search committee for a new location for the fast growing Congregation Ner Tamid and then the architectural design for the synagogue's location in Henderson. It was a unique experience and Jon tells how he approached each aspect of the religious facility and how it would provide a memorable setting for life experiences. Jon has been involved with Jewish Family Services and the Anti-Defamation League (ADL). In addition, Jon along with his husband John Klai have been instrumental in the LGBTQ community and the opening of the Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada [The Center]. In this interview, he also talks about the significance of The Center/ and its success in working with the Clark County Health District, as well as providing a user-friendly experience for all who visit The Center and the Bronze Cafe located there.

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North Las Vegas Health Services Clinic, Charlestowne Plaza, Mr. and Mrs. James W. Tyree, Casa Mas Condominiums, Cinema 8 Plaza Theatres, The French Market, Westview Services Plaza, Upland Las Vegas, Casino and Coffee shop addition, and Pistol Pete's Pizza, 1986 May 22; 1987 September 14

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Archival Collection

Kenneth H. Childers Architectural Drawings
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Collection Number: MS-00851
Collection Name: Kenneth H. Childers Architectural Drawings
Box/Folder: Roll 013

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Perry Kaufman Papers

Identifier

MS-00414

Abstract

The Perry Kaufman Papers (1930-1974) are comprised of research material gathered by Kaufman for his doctoral dissertation, "The Best City of Them All: A History of Las Vegas, 1930-1960." Kaufman's research focused on the Las Vegas, Nevada Chamber of Commerce's role in promoting Las Vegas as a tourist destination. The collection primarily consists of newspaper clippings from the Las Vegas Review-Journal and the Las Vegas Sun. It also includes Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce minutes and publications, research on the history of Las Vegas, and Kaufman's notes and writings.

Archival Collection

#71013: Ernesto Zamora Ramos, graduate student in the computer science PhD program. He has received various engineering scholarships over the last few years, Konami Gaming as an undergrad, and is currently working on a project to predict solar panel performance degradation so that cleaning can be performed at optimal times, August 10, 2016, 2016 August 17

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Item

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University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records (2010s)
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Collection Number: PH-00388-05
Collection Name: University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records (2010s)
Box/Folder: Digital File 01

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Sanders, Melvin, Jr., 1959-

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Meeting minutes for Consolidated Student Senate, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, October 17, 2005

Date

2005-10-17

Description

Includes meeting agenda. CSUN Session 35 Meeting Minutes and Agendas.

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"139: E9s at Kelso, Kelso Yard; Union Pacific 6301 pulls into Kelso; Amtrak East Bound near Kelso; first shots of E9s; E9s over wash bridge 1928; 949 moving out car window; E9s at 244.55, 3/4 Nost Shot, 963, 951 and 949, signals": photographs, 1993 August 22

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File

Archival Collection

Ray Tutaj Jr. and Harv Kahn Photographs
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Collection Number: PH-00456
Collection Name: Ray Tutaj Jr. and Harv Kahn Photographs
Box/Folder: Box 02

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