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Charles P. and Delphine Squires Papers

Identifier

MS-00009

Abstract

The Charles P. and Delphine Squires Papers from 1882 to 1964, with bulk dates from 1905 to 1964, contain book and short story manuscripts, articles, press releases, newspaper clippings, and radio scripts written by Squires and his wife, all relating to their early life in Las Vegas. Also included are report cards, certificates, Parent Teacher Association material, Mesquite Club records and church activity materials.

Archival Collection

Voices from the Past: the Las Vegas Springs Preserve Oral History Project Interviews

Identifier

OH-00778

Abstract

The Voices from the Past: The Las Vegas Springs Preserve Oral History Project consists of nine interviews conducted by Joe Thompson in 2002 with community members, field experts, and politicians involved in the creation of the Springs Preserve, which opened in 2007. Interviewees include Claude and Liz Warren, John Mendoza, Richard Bryan, and others. Digital audio available; no transcripts available.

Archival Collection

Nevada Southern Campus Fund Collection

Identifier

UA-00144

Abstract

The Nevada Southern Campus Fund Collection (1955) consists of the Nevada Southern University Book of Donors. This oversized scrapbook contains the names of local businesses, politicians, and Las Vegans who donated over $50 to the Nevada Southern Campus Fund in 1955. Nevada Southern University later became the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Some names include Elks Lodge, Rotary Club of Las Vegas, and Junior League of Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

H. E. and Ruth Hazard Political Papers

Identifier

MS-00135

Abstract

The H. E. and Ruth Hazard Political Papers (1937-1977) consist of papers and memorabilia related to Nevada and national Democratic politics. It includes materials about the Nevada legislature; clippings and information about the Nevada Tax Commission; political memorabilia including invitations and programs related to the presidential inaugurations of Lyndon Johnson and Jimmy Carter; documents about the purchase of Basic Magnesium Inc. by the state of Nevada; and newspaper clippings.

Archival Collection

Charles Duncan (C. D.) Baker Papers

Identifier

MS-00141

Abstract

The Charles Duncan (C.D.) Baker Papers (1951-1972) consist of clippings, correspondence, and political brochures related to the life and career of Las Vegas, Nevada Mayor Charles Duncan (C.D.) Baker. The collection also contains several scrapbooks of clippings and a mayoral plaque of appreciation from the City of Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Oran K. Gragson Papers

Identifier

MS-00170

Abstract

The Oran K. Gragson Papers (1955-1998) contain former Las Vegas, Nevada Mayor Oran K. Gragson's professional and personal papers, and include correspondence, files concerning Gragson's tenure as Mayor of Las Vegas, Nevada, arbitration documents from disputes between labor unions and Las Vegas casinos, committee notes, financial plans, and documents from Clark County and Las Vegas government departments. The collection also contains city development plans, environmental reports, political party documents, memorabilia, ephemera, photographs, awards, newspaper clippings, and scrapbooks.

Archival Collection

Set of photographs including campaign party and Willie May's children

Date

1970

Archival Collection

Description

Photographer's notations: 8-70, Fike campaign party at, Willie May's kids.

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Set of photographs including Doolittle dancers, Women's Demonstration West, Lodge at Mongomer's Bethel, and Sawyer at Golden West

Date

1966

Archival Collection

Description

Photographer's notations: Doolittle dancers, Women demo. West, Sawyer at G. West, Lodge at Mongomers' Bethel, (for program 9-28-66).

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Set of photographs negatives including Wilma Prudhumne with Ed Fike & wife, Otis Harris, adult graduation at Highland (Red Cross), and Helen Anderson

Date

1968

Archival Collection

Description

Photographer's notations: Wilma Prudhumne with Ed Fike & wife, Otis Harris (file for assembly) June 68, Adult graduation at Highland (Red Cross) (6-68), Helen Anderson (file).

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Set of photographs of Hubert Humphrey at Hughes airport

Date

1968

Archival Collection

Description

Photographer's notations: Humphrey at Hugh's airport 10-68.

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