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Culinary Union Local 226 and Boyd Group contract expiration: video

Date

1989-06-01

Description

Local news segment reports on the newly approved contract between Culinary Union members and the "Big 6" hotels; video footage shows members counting votes the night before. Reporter states that while 10,000 people went back to work today, the threat is not over. A brief interview clip with Jim Arnold (Local 226) says the he "have to take them on", them being the Boyd Group and Sam Boyd. Union Workers will be locked out at midnight tonight when the contract expires with Boyd Group. Reporter standing outside Stardust says there are busses waiting outside Boyd properties that will be used to bring in replacement workers. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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New Stardust Tower topping off ceremony: video

Date

1905-06-12

Description

Video opens with Stardust employees, others, and two three showgirls gathered on top of the new Stardust 32-story tower wearing hard hats; Sam Boyd is sitting next to a podium and Stardust sign that says "We're back with style"; construction cranes are seen in the background. Bill Boyd is introduced and gives his remarks about topping off ceremonies and what this means for the company. A tree is lifted up by a crane and placed on the top of the building, executives gather around for photographs with the showgirls and eachother. After photographs have completed, it cuts to the barbeque celebration down below at the hotel. Executives are named, people clap, and people continue eating and talking outdoors. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Stardust in-room promotional video: video

Date

1999-04-01

Description

Stardust promotional video to be shown in hotel rooms via the "on-site information channel". Details all aspects of the hotel/casino including dining, gaming including membrship in the Stardust Slot Club, entertainment and nightlife (Enter the Night, Stardust Lounge, bars, etc.), shops and in-room dining. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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"In-room marketing" promotion for Stardust slot tournaments: video

Date

1990 (year approximate) to 1999 (year approximate)

Description

Promtional video for Stardust slot tournaments. Opens on a large room filled with people playing slot machines. A man with a microphone interviews Tournament manager, Linda Gordon (?) about what makes Stardust tournaments so successful. Then, the host interviews some players who have won money by playing at the Stardust. ACtion shots of people pressing buttons while sitting at machines. The video then switches to promoting the banquet space, awarding winners from the tournament and showing a buffet. The host tells the viewer to call the hotel operator or go directly down to the tournament. In-room television then plays, showing the convention space, room service options, and more. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Fabulous 50's $2.6 million dollar jackpot hit at Stardust: video

Date

1994-07-26

Description

Local news segment reports on John Baysinger, a Utah resident, winning a $2.6 million jackpot. He played $4 on a Fabulous 50s slot machine and won while at the Stardust Hotel. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Stardust "A Quarter Mile of Entertainment" promotional presentation: video

Date

1987-12-14

Description

Performers sing and dance to a song titled "A Quarter Mile of Entertainment" which promotes the Stardust Hotel and Casino's many amenities. A line of Stardust employees smile and dance, while a voiceover promotes the various restaurants, entertainment, and gaming options. Shorter versions of the promotional song features the buffet; shows; race and sportsbook. The video ends with Stardust employees dancing in a line outside the Stardust hotel at night. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Inside the Book: Stardust "Basic Sports" feature: video

Date

1990 (year approximate) to 1999 (year approximate)

Description

"Inside the Book" Stardust feature "Basic Sports" opens with action-oriented shots inside the Stardust Resort Race and Sports Book. Joe Lupo, general manager, explains the basics of how to bet on sports at the Stardust. The dealer behind the counter also gives information about the basics about betting on football, basketball, and other various sports. Both individuals encourage the viewer to ask questions and come to the Stardust Race and Sports Book. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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San Diego TV news segment on the expanding population of Las Vegas: video

Date

1985 (year approximate) to 1995 (year approximate)

Description

Segment by unknown San Diego newstation on the expanding population, real estate, and economic upturn that Las Vegas is experiencing. Video opens with a Stardust Hotel and Casino craps game, while a voiceover describes Las Vegas as "Lost Vegas" and "Lost Wages" but that tourists and locals live together side-by-side. Reporter explains the population is rapidly growing, and many Californians and San Diegans are moving to the city, as it rebrands from "Sin City" to a reasonable, welcoming place to live. The reporter explains that many casinos were "in the red" and how it was in a economic downturn. However, many new casinos are being expanded or new ones built now that the economy is looking up. Features many shots of the Stardust Hotel interior and exterior. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Various Stardust Hotel and Casino restaurant promotional clips (~30 seconds each): video

Date

1987-12-23

Description

Title card states video was produced for Stardust Hotel by Barrett & Associates (produced by Michael Keavin). Many different cuts of the same music song, but with different visuals of various Stardust Hotel and Casino entertainment shows. First segment is promoting "William B's Steakhouse"; second segment promotes "Tony Roma's"; third segment promotes"Ralph's Diner.". Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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Jim Seagrave interview on "Hi, Bob!" with Bob Faiss about the Golden Age of Hollywood: video

Date

2004-01-01

Description

"Hi, Bob!" with Bob Faiss show, interviewing Jim Seagrave (Vice President Marketing and Advertising, Stardust) about the Golden Age of Hollywood. The two discuss how entertainment has changed over time, and Seagrave's past being a movie critic, and the importance of films today. The two then discuss various films from the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Stardust Resort and Casino Records (MS-00515) -- Photographs and audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.

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