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Denver, John

John Denver (1943-1997) was a popular country-folk singer-songwriter of the 1970s and was also known for his work as an actor, activist, and humanitarian. His popularity brought him to many different places including the Harrah’s Lake Tahoe property, where he performed along the likes of Frank Sinatra and hosted events like the Celebrity Ski Classics.

Person

Photograph of Merle Frehner and his Model T Ford, circa 1930s

Date

1930 to 1939

Description

Merle Frehner in a Model T Ford, named the "Desert Rat" on way to the University of Reno.

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Bill Friedman Professional Papers

Identifier

MS-00175

Abstract

The Bill Friedman Professional Papers (1974-1982) contain the corrected manuscripts with publisher’s annotations of the first and second editions of Bill Friedman's book Casino Management. The second edition contains an updated chapter on the casino industry in Atlantic City, New Jersey. There are also photocopies of drafts of both editions. Bill Friedman taught a casino management course at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Archival Collection

Olivia Diaz (City of Las Vegas Councilwoman) oral history interview conducted by Magdalena Martinez: transcript

Date

2022-08-02

Description

From the Lincy Institute "Perspectives from the COVID-19 Pandemic" Oral History Project (MS-01178) -- Elected official interviews file.

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Duy Ngyuen (Asian Community Development Council) oral history interview conducted by Magdalena Martinez: transcript

Date

2022-01-14

Description

From the Lincy Institute "Perspectives from the COVID-19 Pandemic" Oral History Project (MS-01178) -- Community organization interviews file.

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Interview with Katsumi Furitsu, with Janet Gordon, May 13, 2005

Date

2005-05-13

Description

Narrator affiliation: Physician and international anti-nuclear activist

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