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Transcript of interview with Phyllis Webb Clark by Lorna Suzette Clark, April 7, 1976

Date

1976-04-07

Description

On April 7, 1976, Lorna Suzette Clark interviewed her mother-in-law, Phyllis Webb Clark (born 1928 in Los Angeles, California) about her experiences from living in Las Vegas. The two first discuss education, the various address at which Phyllis lived, and the early development of the Strip and Downtown areas. The interview then covers the visits of important individuals, forms of transportation, the effect of World War II on the economy, and the effects of the growing town on hospitality and courteousness. Phyllis also mentions the Helldorado Parade, her involvement in Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and recreational activities. The interview concludes with a discussion on the atomic testing, the Stewart Ranch, and floods in Las Vegas.

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Jess Mack Papers

Identifier

MS-00022

Abstract

The Jess Mack Papers document the professional life of burlesque agent and comedy writer Jess Mack from 1916 to 1988 in Las Vegas, Nevada. In addition to contracts, correspondence, engagements, and newspaper articles, the collection contains five boxes of jokes, scripts and scenes used in various burlesque productions. Other material includes photographs of entertainers and burlesque stars, joke booklets, and issues of Mack's magazine, Cavalcade of Burlesque, dating from 1951 to 1954.

Archival Collection

University of Nevada (Reno) 63rd commencement program

Date

1953-06-06 to 1953-06-08

Description

Commencement program from University of Nevada, Las Vegas Commencement Programs and Graduation Lists (UA-00115).

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Dealing with Sexual Exploitation Resource Guide, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, July 1992

Date

1998-07

Description

A UNLV Resource Guide for dealing with sexual exploitation. CSUN Meeting Minutes and Agendas.

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