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Photograph of a person, 1951

Date

1951

Archival Collection

Description

Photograph of an unidentified man who looks to be in his teens or early twenties.

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Eva Simmons: photograph

Date

2004 (year approximate)

Description

Color photograph of Eva Simmons, mounted on paper and laminated.

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Ralph Roske Photographs

Identifier

PH-00253

Abstract

The Ralph Roske Photographs (approximately 1917-1989) depict life in rural Southern Nevada and newspaper clippings from the Goodsprings Gazette. The collection consists of thirty-five images dated from 1917 to 1989. The images consist of unidentified Nevadans, Las Vegas landmarks, and members of the McAllister family in Carraca, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Merle and Beulah Frehner Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00026

Abstract

The Merle and Beulah Frehner Photograph Collection contains photographs of Southern Nevada from 1905 to 1955. The materials include photographs of the Frehner freight teams transporting ore, schools and students in the Moapa Valley, the Colorado River, and parades in Southern Nevada.

Archival Collection

Photograph of John Alexander Mellon, circa 1870-1890

Date

1870 to 1890

Description

Photograph of John Alexander Mellon, a famous Colorado River boat pilot.

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Chip Johnson Collection of Hoover Dam Photographs

Identifier

PH-00322

Abstract

The Chip Johnson Collection of Hoover Dam Photographs (approximately 1930-1936) consist of sixteen black-and-white photographs that depict the construction of Hoover Dam and the surrounding area. The photographs were taken by an unknown photographer.

Archival Collection

D. L. Washburn Photograph Collection on Sasha's Nightclub and Restaurant

Identifier

PH-00412

Abstract

The D. L. Washburn Photograph Collection on Sasha's Nightclub and Restaurant is comprised of primarily candid photographs of patrons and entertainers such as musicians, female impersonators, and male strippers at Sasha's Nightclub in Las Vegas, Nevada from approximately 2001 to 2003. The collection includes photographs of Sasha Scarlett with patrons and entertainers at the nightclub. The majority of individuals in this collection are unidentified.

Archival Collection

Binion’s Horseshoe Club Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00318

Abstract

The Binion’s Horseshoe Club Photograph Collection dates between approximately 1940 to 1985 and contains black-and-white and color photographic prints and negatives depicting Benny Binion’s family, friends, and Binion’s Horseshoe Club, also known as Binion’s Hotel and Casino, Binion's Horseshoe, and Binion's Gambling Hall. Photographs of Binion’s family and friends show them posed at Binion’s casino property, Binion Ranch, and events including rodeos and the Helldorado parade. Binion’s Horseshoe photographs include views of street scenes and billboard advertisements featuring Binion’s Horseshoe, the Million Dollar Display, quarter horse sales, World Series of Poker events, Binion’s Horseshoe stagecoach, and celebrities visiting the property.

Archival Collection

Pearl Francis Neeley Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00091

Abstract

The Pearl Francis Neeley Photograph Collection (approximately 2000-2024) consists of digital reproductions of Francis and Neeley family photographs taken from approximately 1890 to 1945 throughout Central and Southern Nevada. Notable locations include Pioche, Eagle Valley, Spring Valley, and Las Vegas, Nevada. Also included in the collection is a digital reproduction of an autobiographical typescript by Neeley titled “My Life History,” and a multipart audio recording of Neeley recollecting her experiences growing up in rural Nevada and other events in her life. This collection consists entirely of digital surrogates.

Archival Collection

Photograph of the Sneak Joint

Date

Unknown year

Archival Collection

Description

Black and white photograph of the exterior of the Sneak Joint, featuring accordion shaped eaves.

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