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Alice Waite oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02749

Archival Collection

Joseph De Meis oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03656

Abstract

Oral history interview with Joseph De Meis conducted by Claytee D. White on January 3, 2020 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project. Mr. De Meis discusses his numerous years of professional experience in design work, prior to his retirement. Joseph discusses the engineering work he did on Caesars Palace as well his work with other world famous designers and engineers.

Archival Collection

Reed Phelps oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01478

Abstract

Oral history interview with Reed Phelps conducted by Kim Geary on November 02, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Phelps discusses his career working on the railroads in Nevada and California before moving to Blue Diamond, Nevada to work as a miner. Phelps describes life as a miner in Blue Diamond and the town's history. Phelps also discusses changes that occurred in the town after the Flintkote Company took over the mining operation.

Archival Collection

Julio Lucchesi oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01155

Abstract

Oral history interview with Julio Lucchesi conducted by an unidentified interviewer on December 21, 2001. Luchessi discusses his decision to become an architect, as well as his desire to become an aviator. He reads extensively from his autobiography in progess, of his education, his time in the Army Air Corps during World War II, and his decision to move to Nevada. He also talks about the formation and development of the American Institute of Architecture (AIA) in Nevada, his efforts to change the exam process for new architects in the state, and the eleven-year struggle to establish a school of architecture at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Randall "Randy" Walker oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03293

Abstract

Oral history interview with Randall Walker conducted by Stefani Evans on November 02, 2017 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. Walker discusses establishing the first 911 Call Center for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. He then talks of the Downtown Transportation Center, real estate noise disclosures on land west of McCarran Airport, the airport's purchase of 17,000 acres at Ivanpah, building the airport tunnel connectors, construction of the Regional Justice Center and County Jail, and the McCarran International Airport Arts Advisory committee.

Archival Collection

Harold M. Ayers III oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00052

Abstract

Oral history interview with Harold M. Ayers III conducted by Nancy Neuteboone on March 05, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Ayers III discusses his career as a blackjack dealer, religion, gaming, and atomic testing in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

Carol Harter oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03786

Abstract

Oral history interview with Carol Harter conducted by Claytee D. White on June 18, 2021 for the Boyer Early Las Vegas Oral History Project.

Carol Harter is the longest-serving President of UNLV, from 1995 until 2006. The campus experienced unprecedented growth during that time, including the addition of a new, very large library. Harter grew the campus from 19,000 to 28,000 students, added 23 new or completely renovated buildings to the campus, and with a student-centered focus, added more than 100 new degree programs. Two professional schools, the Dental School and Boyd School of Law, added greatly to the prestige and academic Top Tier status of UNLV.

Her partnership with Glenn Schaeffer, former president of the Mandalay Resort Group, assisted in the early work of the Black Mountain Institute (BMI) Modern Letters program. BMI is an international think tank dedicated to advancing literary and cross-cultural dialogue. This was an important goal to Harter and Schaeffer, who were both literature majors. Harter also discusses many community members who made an impact on UNLV including Joe Crowley and Dr. Juanita Fain.

Archival Collection

Raymond Richardson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-03937

Archival Collection

Bill (William) Hinson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00859

Abstract

Oral history interview with Bill (William) Hinson conducted by Connie Dewees on February 21, 1971 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Hinson lists the addresses of where he has lived in Las Vegas, Nevada and briefly discusses his two marriages. He then goes on to discuss Block 16 Red-Light District, Helldorado, Boulder Club, and environmental changes. The interview concludes with Hinson explaining different pranks and jokes that he and his friends used to play when he was younger.

Archival Collection

Joshua Abbey oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02708

Abstract

Oral history interview with Joshua Abbey conducted by Barbara Tabach on June 06, 2016 for the Southern Nevada Jewish Heritage Project. In this interview, Joshua Abbey discusses his acting career, starting the Las Vegas Jewish Film Festival, being the founder of CineVegas Film Festival, his non-profit work, and being a part of the Nevada Arts Council.

Archival Collection