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Charles West oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01954

Abstract

Oral history interview with Charles West conducted by Perry Kaufman on April 19, 1974 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. West discusses the African American community in Las Vegas, Nevada and what the living conditions were for them. West then explains how the Nevada Voters League changed the way politics played out after more African Americans went out to vote. He also discusses his work as the first African American Doctor in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Archives Committee, 1984-1985

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

International Food Service Executives Association Records
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Collection Number: MS-00305
Collection Name: International Food Service Executives Association Records
Box/Folder: Box 023 (Restrictions apply)

Archival Component

Archives Committee, 1983-1984

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

International Food Service Executives Association Records
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00305
Collection Name: International Food Service Executives Association Records
Box/Folder: Box 021 (Restrictions apply)

Archival Component

Ruth Parvin oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01442

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ruth Parvin conducted by Deborah Radice on March 14, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Parvin discusses moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1955. She later discusses the city when it was a small town and talks about the different communities within Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Orpha Woods oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02020

Abstract

Oral history interview with Orpha Woods conducted by Louis H. Lindsay on February 23, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Woods discusses the history of Mesquite, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Mary Kincaid oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01021

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mary Kincaid conducted by Lori Ferrario on February 29, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Kincaid discusses the World’s Fair and ranch life in Nevada.

Archival Collection

Dorothy Evans oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00551

Abstract

Oral history interview with Dorothy Evans conducted by Elizabeth Nelson Patrick on August 05, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Evans discusses her life as a house mover.

Archival Collection

Benny Lipson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01126

Abstract

Oral history interview with Benny Lipson conducted by Edward Veatch on March 09, 1976 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Lipson recalls his personal history and discusses his occupations in aviation. Lipson then discusses how casinos have changed the way they operated, and how Las Vegas, Nevada has become more expensive.

Archival Collection

Daniel Atti oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00050

Abstract

Oral history interview with Daniel Atti conducted by Don Buttle on March 19, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Atti discusses the growth of Las Vegas, Nevada, casino developments, and hotel operations. He also talks about Las Vegas’ entertainment and vacationing culture.

Archival Collection

Alberta Powell oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01502

Abstract

Oral history interview with Alberta Powell conducted by Karen Rempal on March 08, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In the interview, Powell discusses her family's history in Las Vegas, Nevada. Powell discusses her education and experiences attending Las Vegas High School, her family travels, and her life in general in Las Vegas.

Archival Collection