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Transcript of interview with Charlotte Brascia by Joe Mascellino, February 24, 1977
Date
1977-02-24
Archival Collection
Description
Joe Mascellino interviews Charlotte Brascia in his home about the history of Nevada. Mascellino asks Brascia about social and cultural changes, the growth of different religions, Brascia’s brief presence in the airline industry, political presence in Las Vegas, and rising crime rates. Brascia also specifically discusses her experience in the gaming and hospitality industry and how gaming operations have changed over time, particularly comparing gaming and hiring practices in the 1950s with those in the 1970s.
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Postcard of dogs smoking and playing poker, 1987
Date
1987
Archival Collection
Description
A postcard illustrating dogs playing poker.
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John Woodrum oral history interview
Identifier
OH-02017
Abstract
Oral history interview with John Woodrum conducted by David Schwartz on June 12, 2006 for the UNLV @ 50 Oral History Project. In this interview, Woodrum discusses his career in gaming operations. He begins by mentioning how he grew up in Kentucky and has lived through World War II. He also explains how gaming regulations vary throughout the United States. Woodrum states that one of his first jobs was working in the sales and marketing category for the Thunderbird Hotel and Casino. He then speaks about gambling and its changes over the years.
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