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UNLV Libraries Collection of Grand Casinos, Inc. Promotional Materials and Reports

Identifier

MS-00960

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Grand Casinos, Inc. Promotional Materials and Reports includes annual reports, financial reports, newspaper and magazine clippings, press kits, press releases, and promotional materials for Grand Casinos, Inc. properties in Mississippi, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Nevada, dating from 1992-2002.

Archival Collection

Transcript of interview with Edward Gregory by Jonathan Bellingar, March 2, 1977

Date

1977-03-02

Description

On March 2, 1977, Jonathan R. Bellingar interviewed Edward Gregory (born July 28, 1922) about his life in Nevada. The interview takes place at Nellis Air force Base; also present during the interview is an unidentified man. Gregory was born and raised in Nevada; he discusses leaving Nevada to serve in the Army during World War II before eventually returning to Nevada in 1950. The interview concludes with a brief overview of how Nellis Air force Base has changed since the 1950s.

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UNLV Libraries Collection of Circus Circus Hotel and Casino Promotional Materials and Reports

Identifier

MS-00950

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Circus Circus Hotel and Casino Promotional Materials and Reports includes annual reports, financial reports, newspaper and magazine clippings, press kits, press releases, and promotional materials for the Circus Circus hotel and casinos in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Reno, Nevada, dating from 1972 to 2006.

Archival Collection

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records (2010s)

Identifier

PH-00388-05

Abstract

This is part 5 of 6 finding aids for the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Creative Services Records and represents 2010 to 2016. Generally, materials are transferred from UNLV Photo Services to UNLV Special Collections and Archives 5 years after they are created. For materials within the last 5 years, contact photo@unlv.edu or call 702-895-3036. This finding aid contains the contact sheets and digital files produced by the University of Nevada, Las Vegas from 2010 to 2016 as an official record of the institution's development, activities, and community. Clients include UNLV colleges and departments, the University's administration, the UNLV Foundation, athletic departments, and the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE). Images include academic activities, athletic events, faculty and administration, student life, campus life, campus development, architecture, and public relations.

Archival Collection

UNLV Libraries Collection of Harrah’s Entertainment Promotional Materials and Reports

Identifier

MS-00931

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Harrah's Entertainment Promotional Materials and Reports includes financial reports, prospectuses, joint proxy statements, annual reports, equity research, clippings, press releases, press kits, and promotional materials for Harrah's Entertainment dating from 1962 to 2009.

Archival Collection

Photograph of Wovoka, early 1900s

Date

1900 to 1920

Description

A picture of Wovoka, also known as Jack Wilson, was the Paiute messiah from Mason Valley and the originator of the Ghost Dance religion. The Ghost Dance is incorporated into numerous American Indian belief systems and is said to unite the living spirits with the deceased. Written on the photo: "Northern Paiute - 1. Wovoka, the Paiute messiah from Mason Valley, was the originator of the Ghost Dance religion. Inter-Tribal Council of Nevada. Courtesy of The National Archives."

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UNLV Libraries Collection of Sahara Resorts Press Releases and Reports

Identifier

MS-00986

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Sahara Resorts Press Releases and Reports includes annual reports, financial reports, press releases, and promotional materials for the Sahara Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada, dating from 1965 to 2002. This collection was previously cataloged under "Promotional and publicity materials: Sahara Resorts HD999.G25 S25."

Archival Collection

UNLV Libraries Collection of Aztar Corporation Financial Reports and Press Materials

Identifier

MS-00989

Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Aztar Corporation Financial Reports and Press Materials includes annual reports, financial reports, equity research reports, prospectus, press releases, market analysis, a company plan, and newspaper clippings for Aztar Corporation which was based in Phoenix, Arizona, dating from 1991 to 2006.

Archival Collection

UNLV Libraries Collection of Peppermill Casinos Incorporated Promotional and Press Materials

Identifier

MS-00941

Abstract

UNLV Libraries Collection of Peppermill Casinos Incorporated Promotional and Press Materials includes clippings and promotional materials for Peppermill Casinos Incorporated properties in Reno, Nevada, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Mesquite, Nevada, dating from 1984 to 2007.

Archival Collection

Conway Twitty: newspaper clippings and news releases

Date

1985

Description

Folder from the Frontier Hotel and Casino Collection (MS-00297) -- Entertainers file. Copyrighted songs have been redacted. Original physical materials are available for viewing in the UNLV Special Collections and Archives reading room.

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