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Julie McDonald oral history interview

Identifier

OH-01253

Abstract

Oral history interview with Julie McDonald conducted by Michael Richardson on March 14, 1981 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, McDonald describes life in Las Vegas, Nevada after moving there in 1956, as well as the city's layout. McDonald also passionately describes the complexities, perks, and pitfalls she faced while working as a card dealer in various casinos.

Archival Collection

Dr. Halle Hewetson (left), Las Vegas, Nevada: photographic print

Date

1904

Description

From the Elizabeth Harrington Photograph Collection (PH-00291). Inscription with image reads: "Temporary hospital and the first in Las Vegas erected by the Railroad Company in late 1904, on the site occupied to-day by the Union Plaza Hotel. Tall man to the left is Dr. Halle Hewetson."

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Photograph of Maude Frazier Hall construction, Nevada Southern University, circa 1957

Date

1950 to 1960

Description

Construction foreman and Mr. Robert Poolman, university engineer, at Maude Frazier Hall construction site at Nevada Southern University (NSU).

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Set of photographs including Reverend Coleman's anniversary, Elder Hall, and Bob Bailey

Date

1964

Archival Collection

Description

Photographer's notations: VIII-8 Rev. Coleman's Ann[iversary] '64, Elder Hall's, Bob Bailey's Frant.

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Jean Ford newspaper clippings, 1972 July-1974 July

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

Jean Ford Papers
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00025
Collection Name: Jean Ford Papers
Box/Folder: Box 02

Archival Component

Land use reports, 1996 July 11, 2007 July

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

Blue Diamond History Committee Collection
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00727
Collection Name: Blue Diamond History Committee Collection
Box/Folder: Box 03

Archival Component

Photograph of the Crystal Palace Gambling Hall/Hotel marquee in Laughlin, Nevada, 1986

Date

1986

Description

The Crystal Palace Gambling Hall/Hotel marquee in Laughlin, Nevada, 1986. A signs for the Pioneer, Edgewater, and Regency Casinos are visible in the background.

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Photograph of Sunday music matinees at Grant Hall, Las Vegas, 1962

Date

1962

Description

Sunday music matinees held for the public at Grant Hall and foyer of the gym. From left to right: Lou Pressman - 1st violin; Mrs. Pressman; Robert Spokany - 2nd violin; William Gromko - viola; Mrs. Gromko; Mrs. Pacey; Joseph Pacey - cello.

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Photograph of Frazier Hall construction, Nevada Southern University, Las Vegas, circa 1956

Date

1956

Description

The Frazier Hall as it nears completion for the Nevada Southern University.

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Slide of Artemus W. Ham Concert Hall and Judy Bayley Theatre, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, circa 1980s

Date

1980 to 1989

Description

Southern exteriors of Artemus Ham Concert Hall (left) and Judy Bayley Theatre (right), University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Lawn and shrubbery are covered with snow.

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