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Map of city of Las Vegas, Nevada, October 1, 1940
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Friedman, Lewis and Gregory M. Kaladjian, "Casino Gambling in New York City: an Economic Development Strategy", 1977
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: Eugene Martin Christiansen Papers
Box/Folder: Box 078
Archival Component
New York City Off-track Betting Corporation news reports, statistics, and reports, 1978-2005
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: Eugene Martin Christiansen Papers
Box/Folder: Box 193
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Jack Howard interview, February 27, 1977: transcript
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From the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas collection OH-00897. On February 27, 1977, collector Michael K. Ericksen interviewed his uncle, schoolteacher, Jack E. Howard, (born June 18th, 1920 in Dewey, Oklahoma) in his home in Overton, Nevada. This interview covers Mr. Howard’s personal experiences and recollections about Southern Nevada. Mr. Howard’s wife, Mrs. Helen Howard, is also present during this interview, which offers a thirty year local overview.
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Map of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, June 1, 1946
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Howard Heckethorn oral history interview
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Oral history interview with Howard Heckethorn conducted by Richard Eitland on February 15, 1979 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. Mr. Heckethorn describes going to school in the early days of Las Vegas, Nevada. He also talks about many notable teachers he had, as well as the development of the Las Vegas area. Heckethorn also discusses his arrival to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1930, and recalls the Old Mormon Fort, El Rancho, The Last Frontier, and the tourism that gambling brought to the city. Heckethorn discusses the 1960s, and the impact Howard Hughes had in the development of hotels and casinos.
Archival Collection
International Stewards and Caterers Association buffet supper courtesy of Charles "Ed" Dennis, Hotel Astor, New York City, New York: photographic print, 1946 October 08
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: International Food Service Executives Association Photograph Collection
Box/Folder: Oversized Box SH-068
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T-Shirt Color: Tan; Front: The Best City In Las Vegas, New York New York, Las Vegas, Photo Of The New York New York Casino, Las Vegas; Handwritten Text: Don Carter In Appreciation For On The Disaster Relief Team. 9-11 Muleshoe, Texas 9-26-02, approximately 2001-2012
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: New York-New York Hotel and Casino 9-11 Heroes Tribute Collection
Box/Folder: Box 361
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Menu for the Surrey Sportsman's Club, The Secretary's Feast, City of New York Restaurant, 1899 July 05
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Archival Collection
Collection Name: Bohn-Bettoni Menu Collection
Box/Folder: Box 06
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Jack E. Howard oral history interview
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Oral history interview with Jack E. Howard conducted by Michael K. Ericksen on February 27, 1977 for the Ralph Roske Oral History Project on Early Las Vegas. In this interview, Howard discusses living in Overton, Nevada and shares his personal experiences and recollections about Southern Nevada, including recreational activities, education, and early hotels and casinos. Howard’s wife, Helen Howard, is also present during this interview.
Archival Collection