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UNLV Libraries Collection of 1983 Hoover Dam Overflow Photographs

Identifier

PH-00438

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of 1983 Hoover Dam Overflow Photographs is a series of color photographs that document the historic water overflow at Hoover Dam as seen from the Arizona side of the dam. Taken in August of 1983, this overflow marked the first time the spillways were used during a flood. The spillways were previously tested once in 1941 after the dam was initially filled.

Archival Collection

Maya Miller, IWY Coordinating Committee; Jo Gonzales, luncheon mistress of ceremonies; and Gloria Steinem, keynote speaker, 1977 June 18

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

Nevada Women’s Conference Photograph Collection
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Collection Number: PH-00069
Collection Name: Nevada Women’s Conference Photograph Collection
Box/Folder: Folder 01

Archival Component

David Rea Collection of Howard Hughes Publicity Photographs

Identifier

PH-00400

Abstract

This collection is comprised of publicity photographs of Howard Hughes and his aircrafts, from approximately the 1940s to the 1950s, that were compiled by David Rea, former pilot for Hughes Aircraft Company. This collection also includes clippings and technical drawings of Hughes aircrafts.

Archival Collection

Henderson Public Library Photograph Collection on Henderson, Nevada

Identifier

PH-00254

Abstract

The Henderson Public Library Photograph Collection on Henderson, Nevada (approximately 1940-1988) depicts life and growth in Southern Nevada. The collection documents the growth of Henderson, Nevada through images of Basic Magnesium Incorporated, housing throughout the area, and events. The documentation of Basic Magnesium Incorporated, its activites, personnel, and buildings from 1942 through 1944 is prominent in this collection.

Archival Collection

Postcard collection of Las Vegas scenes, circa 1950s

Date

1955 to 1959

Archival Collection

Description

A color collection of thirteen connected postcards showing various Las Vegas scenes.

Image

University Libraries Special Collections Reception: photographic print

Date

1990-11-22

Description

From the Beda and C. Norman Cornwall Photograph Collection (PH-00248). Identified from left to right: J. A. Tiberti, Beda Cornwall, and an unidentified woman at a University Libraries Special Collections Reception at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

Image

#64749: College of Hotel Administration Training Class at Stan Fulton Building, Speakers, Dean Mann, Philip Lee, 2005 August 11

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records (2000s)
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Collection Number: PH-00388-04
Collection Name: University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records (2000s)
Box/Folder: N/A

Archival Component

University Libraries Special Collections Reception: photographic print

Date

1990-11-22

Description

From the Beda and C. Norman Cornwall Photograph Collection (PH-00248). Reception held at University Libraries Special Collections at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Identified from left to right: Jack Gardner, an unidentified woman, and Alice Brown.

Image

Howard Cannon as the featured speaker at a banquet at the Tallyho Hotel of the 9626th Air Force Reserve Recovery Squadron: photographic print and correspondence

Date

1969-01-21

Description

From the Howard Cannon Photograph Collection (PH-00192). Stamped on verso: "Las Vegas News Bureau - Las Vegas, Nevada Convention Center - Photographers Don English, Joe Buck, Jerry Abbott, Milt Palmer, John Cook". Handwritten on verso: "Identified from left to right: Brigadier General F.L. Vidal, Lt Col Barney Rawlings, HWC. Circa 18 May 63"

Mixed Content

Karen and Eric Warren Collection of Folies Bergère Programs

Identifier

MS-01171

Abstract

The Karen and Eric Warren Collection of Folies Bergère Programs (approximately 1890-1950) contain programs from the Folies Bergère cabaret music hall in Paris, France. Materials also include programs from the Folies Bergère revue that was produced for the Tropicana Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada; San Francisco, California; and London, England. The collection features entertainers who performed as part of the Folies Bergère including Josephine Baker in the 1920s.

Archival Collection