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Film transparency of Lake Mead National Recreation Area administrative building, circa 1940s-1950s
Date
1940 to 1959
Archival Collection
Description
An image of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area administrative building.
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Photograph of the Rotary Club, Hoover Dam, circa October 1946
Date
1946
Archival Collection
Description
An image of Rotary Club members standing to sing the national anthem.
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Photograph of the Rotary Club, Hoover Dam, circa October 1946
Date
1946
Archival Collection
Description
An image of Rotary Club members standing to sing the national anthem.
Image
Photograph of the Rotary Club, Hoover Dam, circa October 1946
Date
1946
Archival Collection
Description
An image of Rotary Club members gathering for lunch.
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Photograph of the Army band, Hoover Dam, October 1946
Date
1946
Archival Collection
Description
An image of an Army band performing for members of the Rotary Club.
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Davis, Sammy, Jr., 1925-1990
Samuel George Davis Jr. (1925-1990) was a successful comedian, actor, dancer, and singer in America during the mid-20th century. Davis was also a part of the famous Rat Pack with lifelong friend and collaborator, Frank Sinatra, and frequently performed in Las Vegas, Nevada. He overcame racism during his career and refused to appear at clubs that practiced racial segregation. Some well known recordings of Davis’s include "I've Gotta Be Me" and the hit "The Candy Man."
Person
Goussak, Gregory W.
Gregory Goussak was born January 17, 1961 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He graduated from Chaparral High School in 1979, completed his bachelor’s and master’s degree at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and his doctorate through the University of Phoenix.
Greg's childhood was shaped by experiences with Las Vegas' sixth grade centers, challenges with scoliosis, and especially, involvement with B'nai B'rith Youth Organization (BBYO).
Person