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Vegas and The Mob, A&E Network, 1996

Level of Description

File

Scope and Contents

Additional information from donor: Updated 1999. History of Mob organizations moving into Las Vegas due to legalized gambling.

Archival Collection

Scott Rayer Collection of Television Programs about Las Vegas, Nevada
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-01130
Collection Name: Scott Rayer Collection of Television Programs about Las Vegas, Nevada
Box/Folder: Digital File 00

Archival Component

Transcript of interview with Myrtle Banks by George Williams, March 15, 1981

Date

1981-03-15

Description

George Williams interviews Myrtle Banks (b. 1923) in her home while Lucille Bell is also present and occasionally provides additional commentary. They discuss African American history in Nevada, specifically in the context of job opportunities, relationships with whites, and the social and political changes that took place over time. Banks also discusses the riots of the 1960s, changes in crime rates and their effect on perception of safety, constructional increases and population growth, shopping and price changes on various products, and how gambling and entertainment defined Las Vegas.

Text

Photograph of casino interior inside Stardust, Las Vegas (Nev.), circa 1974

Date

1973 to 1975

Description

Another view of the casino in the Stardust Hotel. Table games are in the center of the picture, with people playing on slot machines off in the distance. The entrance to the casino from the outside is visible. Above the gambling area to the left reads a sign that says "Bar, Auditorium, Card Room." Off to the left, there is an area to make change. The color photograph was taken before the casino was renovated in the mid 1970s. Site Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Street Address: 3000 South Las Vegas Boulevard

Image

The Mint Hotel and Casino craps gaming guide, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard

Date

1960 (year approximate) to 1980 (year approximate)

Description

From the Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card, "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE 'Behind The Scenes' public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the 'Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas.'"

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The Mint Hotel and Casino blackjack rules, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard

Date

1962

Description

From the Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card: "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE "Behind The Scenes" public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the "Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas." (Copyright 1962)."

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The Mint Hotel and Casino, Roulette Gaming Guide, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard

Date

1961

Description

The Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card: "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE "Behind The Scenes" public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the "Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas." (copyright 1961)."

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John Hamilton Collection of Keno Pay Charts

Identifier

MS-00340

Abstract

The John Hamilton Collection on Keno Pay Charts (1958-1991) contains keno slips, pay out charts, and odds calculation sheets from 168 casinos in Nevada. There is also a small amount of other materials such as napkins and placemats.

Archival Collection