Julie Domonkos interviews Jack Bullock, born 1916 in Gorman, Texas, in his home about his experiences living in Southern Nevada. Bullock talks mostly about his occupations in the gaming industry, some of which included being a dealer both in Las Vegas and other cities. Bullock also describes how Las Vegas and particularly the Las Vegas Strip have changed over the years since the forties when he arrived until 1981, when this interview was conducted. Bullock discusses what it was like working in casinos prior to corporations entering the gaming industry, and he mentions how entertainment has changed over time as well. Bullock’s wife Marjorie is also present during the interview and can be heard providing input on certain questions.
The extensive view of Boulder City, Nevada. Trees and automobiles line the winding streets that surround some of the unidentified buildings within the city.
From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- Inscription with image says, "Interior of the Old-Delta Saloon: one of the finest remaining historic landmarks of Virginia City, the Delta is the home of some of the finest remnants of those bustling, burly days. The 'Suicide Table' is possibly the most memorable due to its infamous reputation."
From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- Inscription with image says, "The Brass Rail has the oldest roulette wheel in Nevada with slot machines and other gaming for your pleasure. Beautifying their back bar is a lovely collection of gold and ruby glasses over 200 years old, and some artifacts of the early days in Virginia City."