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Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys Records

Identifier

MS-00808

Abstract

Collection is comprised of records (approximately 1979 to 2016) created by the Southern Nevada Association of Women Attorneys (SNAWA). The collection contains administrative files from past SNAWA board members including past SNAWA presidents, secretaries, and treasures. The collection also includes records such as attendee lists, registration forms, and seminar evaluation forms from continuing legal education (CLE) events organized by SNAWA for attorneys in Southern Nevada.

Archival Collection

Southern Nevada Neon Survey Records

Identifier

PH-00401

Abstract

The Southern Nevada Neon Survey Records (2002-2003, 2016-2018) are comprised of digital photographs and survey forms documenting neon signs in Las Vegas, Nevada. The records represent work done for the Neon Survey, which was a collaborative project conducted by the Neon Museum and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas University Libraries Special Collections and Archives. The survey forms document information on each sign such as the name and address associated with the signs, physical condition, artistic significance, and general history. The collection represents the efforts of two cultural heritage organizations in Las Vegas to document and preserve the artistic and historical significance of Nevada's neon heritage.

Archival Collection

Geological reconnaissance map of Nevada south of the 40th parallel and adjacent California, 1903

Date

1903

Description

'Compiled from all available information by J.E. Spurr. Topographic base chiefly adapted from the maps of the Wheeler Survey.' 'U.S. Geological Survey, Bulletin No. 208, Pl. 1.' 'A. Hoen & Co. Lith. Baltimore, MD.' Relief shown by hachures and spot heights. Scale [ca. 1:950,000. 1 inch to approximately 15 miles] (W 120°--W 114°/N 40°--N 36°). Geological Survey bulletin, 208.

Image

Buildings in Austin, Nevada: photographic prints

Date

1970

Description

From the Nan Doughty Photograph Collection (PH-00240). Buildings in Austin, Nevada.

Image

Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, item 02

Description

Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada's purpose, goals, and timetable statements.

Letter and envelope from Mary M. Bunker, Bunkerville, Nevada to John M. Bunker, St. Thomas, Nevada

Date

1895-02-18

Archival Collection

Description

From the Syphus-Bunker Papers (MS-00169). The folder contains an original handwritten letter, a typed transcription of the same letter, the original envelope with the stamp removed, and a copy of the original letter.

Text

Lovelock, Nevada, 1930 to 1986

Level of Description

Series

Scope and Contents

Materials contain photographic slides of neon signs for hotels and casinos in Lovelock, Nevada from 1930 to 1986.

Archival Collection

Neon in Nevada Photograph Collection
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: PH-00225
Collection Name: Neon in Nevada Photograph Collection
Box/Folder: N/A

Archival Component

University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Liberal Arts Records

Identifier

UA-00127

Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Liberal Arts Records (approximately 1980-2007) contain bibliographies of work created from various departments within the college, annual reports, advisor handbooks, and various memoranda and documents relating to the College of Liberal Arts and the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. The collection also contains advertisements for the University Forum lecture series, sponsdored by the College of Liberal Arts.

Archival Collection

Nevada research, 1960 to 2010

Level of Description

Sub-Series

Scope and Contents

The Nevada research files (1960-2010) sub-series consists of research files, reprints, correspondence and manuscript drafts related to Ash Meadows, Sunset Park, Wetlands Park, and assorted locations throughout Nevada. The records also contain HRA Inc., Conservation Archaeology research files and maps of the Southwestern United States.

Archival Collection

Elizabeth von Till and Claude N. Warren Professional Papers
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Collection Number: MS-00906
Collection Name: Elizabeth von Till and Claude N. Warren Professional Papers
Box/Folder: N/A

Archival Component

Beatty, Nevada, 1904-1989

Level of Description

Series

Scope and Contents

Materials contain photographs of families and ranches around Beatty, Nevada from 1904 to 1989. Materials include photographs of the Brockman, Lisle, Revert, Crowell, Lemmon, Palsgrove, and Reidhead families, documenting activities such as events on Main Street, construction of several buildings, protests against the Nevada Test Site, animal husbandry, railroad transportation (especially by the Tonopah and Tidewater Railroad), education, and mining and milling.

Archival Collection

Nye County, Nevada Photograph Collection
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Collection Number: PH-00221
Collection Name: Nye County, Nevada Photograph Collection
Box/Folder: N/A

Archival Component