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Vernon G. Stockall oral history interview
Identifier
OH-01771
Abstract
Oral history interview with Vernon G. Stockall conducted by Stephanie Aylward on February 11, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Stockall discusses arriving to Pioche, Nevada in 1935 as a miner. Stockall then describes the early aboveground atomic tests that were done at the Nevada Test Site. Stockall later shares his thoughts on the growth of gaming in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stockall also recalls the growth of Boulder City, Nevada and the construction of Boulder (Hoover) Dam.
Archival Collection
Photograph of Stardust lights, Las Vegas (Nev.), 1960-1965
Date
1960 to 1965
Archival Collection
Description
Stardust Hotel lights and marquee at night. Cars are parked in front of the hotel. The sign reads: "Stardust Presents: World's Greatest Floor Show! Lido De Paris Revue of 1960 - All New Ca C'est L'amour - Adults Only - 70 Stars! Amazing Sets! Gorgeous Girls!" and "The Tony Pastor Revue, Happy Jesters, The Kim Sisters, Tony Martinez, Audre Cooper - In The Lounge" Site Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Street Address: 3000 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Image
"Be a Bachelor While You Can" by Ben Adkins, 1910
Level of Description
Item
Archival Collection
UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-01100
Collection Name: UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
Box/Folder: Oversized Box 01
Collection Name: UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
Box/Folder: Oversized Box 01
Archival Component
"Gimme Hush Money or I'll Tell On You" by Chris Smith and Harry Brown, 1905
Level of Description
Item
Archival Collection
UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-01100
Collection Name: UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
Box/Folder: Oversized Box 01
Collection Name: UNLV Libraries Collection of Gambling Related Sheet Music
Box/Folder: Oversized Box 01
Archival Component
Bob Stupak interview and aerial views of Vegas World: video
Date
1980 (year approximate) to 1989 (year approximate)
Archival Collection
Description
Raw video footage of interview with Bob Stupak and helicopter aerial views of Vegas World; along with some cutaway aerial views of the surrounding neighborhood and other Strip properties. Video starts @:19 with Stupak makeup prepping, followed by interview where Stupak covers a range of subjects; touting the amenities of Vegas World Hotel and Casino; with tips on successful gambling. @13: 28 to 54:28 is arrival of helicopter and aerial views of Vegas World and nearby areas. Video content ends @54:28. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual material file.
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