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Transcript of interview with Freddie Glusman by Barbara Tabach, October 29, 2015

Date

2015-10-29

Description

In this interview Glusman discusses his early memories of being raised in Vancouver, Canada and how he ended up in Las Vegas. He reflects on how he first got his start in the town and his early dealings with casinos and their owners while he was working as a carpet and drapery salesman and while working for Fabulous Magazine. Glusman explains how he started his restaurant and tells about the people he encountered while doing this that where significant to both the Jewish community and Las Vegas as a whole. He recounts stories that include such people as Meyer Lansky, Al Sachs, and Moe Dalitz.

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The Grand Union breakfast menu

Date

1870 to 1933

Archival Collection

Description

Note: No date on menu. Includes list of hours for meals Restaurant: The Grand Union Location: Winnipeg, Canada

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Rex Bell and Herman D. Kenin in front of building: photographic print

Date

1960-06

Description

Dorothy Bell Scans UNLV-Public Lands Institute. Rex Bell (George Francis Beldam) (left) with man at unknown location. Handwritten on back: "Herman D. Kenin, President AF of Musicians. June, 1960."

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Oneil Madden oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02649

Abstract

Oral history interview with Oneil Madden conducted by Yasmine Shahar and Taylor Burk on March 31, 2016 for the African Americans in Las Vegas: a Collaborative Oral History Project. In this interview, Madden discusses his upbringing in Montreal, Canada. He talks about his religious family background, being involved in church activities, and his involvement with church youth programs. Madden describes food banks organized by the churches, tutoring services for children, and explains the significance of the Sabbath. Lastly, Madden discusses his role as pastor of Abundant Life Seventh-Day Adventist Church in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection