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Hazel F. DuBarton oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00491

Abstract

Oral history interview with Hazel F. DuBarton conducted by Anne DuBarton on November 13, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. This interview covers DuBarton’s recollection of Las Vegas, Nevada history, including the local politics, nuclear testing, and the Helldorado Parade. DuBarton also discusses the various occupations that she had including dress designer, dressmaker, clerk, bookkeeper, hotel manager and an arts and crafts camp instructor for Campfire Girls.

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Rosina Goodwin oral history interview

Identifier

OH-00700

Abstract

Oral history interview with Rosina Goodwin conducted by Bruce Eubank on March 15, 1978 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Goodwin first talks about her family background before discussing the Las Vegas Strip, the Stewart Ranch, and Twin Lakes. She also talks about schools, Boulder (Hoover) Dam, the atomic testing, and her work as a telephone operator. The latter part of the interview includes discussion on changes in Las Vegas, the Helldorado Parade, and changes in weather.

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Charles Adams oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02618

Abstract

Oral history interview with Charles Adams conducted by Mike Lommori on February 28, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Adams discusses the changes in Southern Nevada over the previous twenty years. The two discuss, more specifically, changes at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas over several years and the way student life has evolved. Adams also discusses some of the differences between Las Vegas and Joliet, Illinois, and changes in the gaming industry.

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Ed Walters oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02722

Abstract

Oral history interview with Ed Walters conducted by David Schwartz on April 20, 2015 for the Table Games Management Oral History Project. In this interview, Walters discusses his career working in various Las Vegas, Nevada casinos, primarily the Sands Hotel and Casino. He begins with discussing his time as a teenage pool player and card hustler in New York City before his move to Las Vegas in 1959. Walters held positions working the casino floor, as a pit boss, and as a casino manager.

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Evel Knievel oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02230

Abstract

Oral history interview with Evel Knievel conducted by David G. Schwartz on May 17, 2007 for the Remembering Jay Sarno Oral History Project. In this interview, Knievel discusses his personal relationship with Jay Sarno. He talks about Sarno’s career in gaming and the business ventures that he was involved with in Las Vegas, Nevada. Knievel recalls anecdotes of their friendship, and the opening of Caesars Palace Hotel and Casino, and Circus Circus Hotel and Casino. Lastly, he recalls stories of gambling with Sarno at his casinos.

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Loreta Monson oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01315

Abstract

Oral history interview with Loreta Monson conducted by Jon J. Howard on March 01, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Monson discusses moving to Las Vegas, Nevada from Utah for her husband's job. Monson also discusses the growth of Las Vegas over the years. She talks specifically about hotels and casinos. Finally, Monson briefly describes her family life.

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Mary Leo oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01102

Abstract

Oral history interview with Mary Leo conducted by Rafael Reyes-Spindola on February 27, 1980 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Mary Susanne Kaime Leo moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1952. In the interview, Leo discusses community interactions during her childhood, as well as her employment with the Tropicana Las Vegas and the Riviera Hotel & Casino in the restaurant and sales departments. She also discusses the lifestyles of showgirls she interacted with.

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Barbara Conover oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01185

Abstract

Oral history interview with Barbara Conover conducted by Patricia van Betten on November 25, 2006 for the History of Blue Diamond Village in Nevada Oral History Project. In this interview, Conover discusses moving to Blue Diamond, Nevada after her husband found a job at the mine's processing plant. Conover talks about her career in education and hiking at Red Rock Canyon. Conover also describes life at Spring Mountain Ranch and Bonnie Springs Ranch including the buildings, residents, and local activities.

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Keith West oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01957

Abstract

Oral history interview with Keith West conducted by David L. Snyder on March 12, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, West discusses the lumber industry in Southern Nevada. West also discusses Las Vegas, Nevada business, and residents, including Ed Von Tobel.

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Wanda Mann oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01189

Abstract

Oral history interview with Wanda Mann conducted by Gordon Reno on February 03, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Mann talks about Southern Nevada history, beginning in 1943. She specifically talks about the city's development in early Las Vegas, Nevada.

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