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Postcard of James Dayton and Frank "Shorty" Harris' grave, Death Valley (Calif.), 1970s

Date

1970 to 1979

Description

Graves of James Dayton and Frank "Shorty" Harris. The plaque in the photo reads: "Bury me beside Jim Dayton in the valley we loved. Above me write: 'Here lies Shorty Harris, a single blanket jackass prospector.' - Epitaph requested by Shorty (Frank) Harris, beloved gold hunter, 1856-1934. Here Jas. Dayton, pioneer, perished, 1898. --- To the trailmakers whose courage matched the dangers of the land, this bit of earth is dedicated forever."

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Photograph of film crew, Logandale (Nev.), circa 1925

Date

1924 to 1926

Description

The cast and crew of a movie, most likely "Black Cyclone", pose for a group photo while viewing film rushes. "Black Cyclone" was filmed at the Home Ranch, Logandale, NV, by Hal Roach Studios. Front row left (on aisle): Director Fred Jackman. Front row right: Kathleen Collins and Guinn "Big Boy" Williams.

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Photograph of men in a boat, Lake Mead, April 20, 1938

Date

1938-04-20

Description

Several individuals stand on a boat at Lake Mead. From left to right: Carl A. Lehnert, Chief Ranger of the Boulder Dam Recreational Area; 2. Dr. C.W. West, Chairman of Nevada State Parks; 3. Guy D. Edwards, Supervisor of Boulder Dam Recreational Area; 4. Robert H. Rose, Naturalist, U.S. Park Service.

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Photograph of James Cox being baptized at St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Las Vegas (Nev.), circa 1962

Date

1961 to 1963

Description

Written inscription on back "L. to R. Elder Coruth [Caruth] Hall Bro James Cox Elder J. Shaw Mr James Cox (Bishop Cox's Brother) receiving his water baptizism [baptism] there were 8 others." circa 1962 St. Paul Church of God in Christ. Site Name: St. Paul Church of God in Christ (Las Vegas, Nev.)

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Photograph of Terrance Goodwin of the Clark County High School boys' basketball team, Las Vegas (Nev.), 1923

Date

1923

Archival Collection

Description

A member of the Clark County High School basketball team,Terrance (?) Goodwin holds a basketball as his photograph is taken. The basketball reads, "CCHS '23." The Clark County High School was renamed as the Las Vegas High School. Site Name: Las Vegas High School (Las Vegas, Nev.) Street Address: 6500 East Sahara Avenuenue

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Photograph Gerald Crowe of the Clark County High School boys' basketball team, Las Vegas (Nev.), 1923

Date

1923

Archival Collection

Description

Gerald Crowe, who was part of the Clark County High School basketball team in 1923. He graduated the next year in 1924. The Clark County High School was renamed as the Las Vegas High School. The basketball reads, "CCHS '23." Site Name: Las Vegas High School (Las Vegas, Nev.) Street Address: 6500 East Sahara Avenuenue

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Photograph of C. D. Baker, basketball coach, Las Vegas (Nev.), 1923

Date

1923

Archival Collection

Description

C. D. Baker, basketball coach and teacher for Clark County High School, poses with a basketball. Stamped on the back,"The photo shop Las Vegas, Nev March 10, 1952. The home of dated prints". March 10, 1952 is most likely the date that the photograph was printed. Site Name: Las Vegas High School (Las Vegas, Nev.) Street Address: 6500 East Sahara Avenuenue

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Photograph of business executives and Air Force officers, Las Vegas (Nev.), circa 1960

Date

1959 to 1961

Archival Collection

Description

Local businessmen meet with Air Force officers. Left to right, around table: (5th) C. D. Baker; (6th) "Butch" Leypoldt, Sheriff; (8th) Earl Hartke, Mayor of North Las Vegas; and (9th) Norrison Beatty (?), chief commander. Stamped on back of the photograph, "Official U.S. Air Force Photo by Nellis Air Force Base Nevada."

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Photograph of a cocktail party, 1950s-1960s

Date

1950 to 1969

Archival Collection

Description

Cocktail party hosted by R. Julian Moore (Frontier Fidelity organizer) while Alan Bible was in office. Standing from left to right: Art Ham Jr., Harley Harmon, Bob Baskin, H.E. Hazard, Senator Alan Bible, Harry Claiborne, C.D. Baker, Cliff Jones, Tom Foley, and Herb Jones.

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Photograph of C. D. Baker and Blim the dog, Las Vegas (Nev.), September 1953

Date

1953-09

Archival Collection

Description

Mayor C.D. Baker signs the proclamation for Dog Week, Sept. 20-26, 1953. C.D. Baker is sitting next to Dr. and Mrs. Basse Wallace's boxer dog, named Blim. The sign reads, "Dog Show, sponsored by the City recreation Dept. All Dogs eligible to enter, mixed breed or pedigreed. Contest open to adults & children. Wed. Sept 23, 6:30 P.M." and "Prizes for the; longest ears, tallest, smallest, heaviest, lightest, longest tail, shortest tail, most appropriate name, best teeth, longest hair, best groomed, best costume. Blooded Dogs for Exhibit Only!"

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