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Postcard with caricature map of the state of Nevada, captioned "Greetings from Nevada," 1950s-1960s

Date

1950 to 1969

Description

Postcard with caricature map of the state of Nevada, with illustrations of state-wide attractions and activities. Caption: "Greetings from Nevada."

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Epilogue: Nevada Southern University Yearbook, 1967

Date

1967

Description

Yearbook main highlights: schools and departments; detailed lists with names and headshots of faculty, administration and students; variety of photos from activities, festivals, campus life, and buildings; campus organizations such as sororities, fraternities and councils; beauty contest winners; college sports and featured athletes; and printed advertisements of local businesses; Institution name: Nevada Southern University, Las Vegas, NV

Mixed Content

Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard

Date

1940 (year approximate) to 1990 (year approximate)

Description

From the Harvey's Hotel and Casino Postcard Collection (PH-00367) -- Artistic rendition of Caesar's Palace Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. The postcard reads, "I, Caesar, present my palace of pleasure..."

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Photograph of a street scene, Boulder City, nevada, circa September 1931

Date

1931-09

Description

The grayscale view of a street scene in Boulder City, Nevada. Here, cars can be seen lining the street along Boulder Highway as their owners visit the numerous stores and restaurants found alongside the road. Shops on the left side of the road include Browder's, Powder Puff Beauty Shop, Thompson's Good Year Shoe-Shop, Nava-Hopi Indian Store, Green Hut Cafe, Nevada Drugs, and Good Year Tire. On the opposing side of the street lie Reservation Grill, Boulder City Drugs, Union Bus Terminal, and Miller's Cafe. At the end of the street, the Bureau of Reclamation Administration building can be seen located at 1200 Park Street.

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Northern Nevada Neon Photograph Collection

Identifier

PH-00439

Abstract

The Northern Nevada Neon Photograph Collection (1913-2010) is comprised of photographs of neon signs located mainly in northern Nevada cities and towns, including Elko, Ely, Carson City, Hawthorne, Reno, and Winnemucca. The collection consists of both digitized and born-digital photographs from multiple institutions and were gathered as part of a joint grant project.

Archival Collection

Sign outside of Nevada Test Site: photographic slide

Date

1983 (year approximate) to 1991 (year approximate)

Description

From the Sister Klaryta Antoszewska Photograph Collection (PH-00352). Sign reads: “U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, Nevada Test Site, Mercury, Nevada.”

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Sign outside of Nevada Test Site: photographic slide

Date

1983 (year approximate) to 1991 (year approximate)

Description

From the Sister Klaryta Antoszewska Photograph Collection (PH-00352). Sign reads: “U.S. Atomic Energy Commission, Nevada Test Site, Mercury, Nevada.”

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T-Shirt Color: Gray; Front: Westchester Police Dept., Dept. Seal W/ Two Police Vehicles & A Bike In Front Of Headquarters; Handwritten Text: In Remembrance To Our Fallen Brothers & Sisters Of 9-11-01, May You Never Be Forgotten On This One Year Anniversary, approximately 2001-2012

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

New York-New York Hotel and Casino 9-11 Heroes Tribute Collection
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00459
Collection Name: New York-New York Hotel and Casino 9-11 Heroes Tribute Collection
Box/Folder: Box 344

Archival Component

T-Shirt Color: White; Front: Chicago Fire Dept.; Back: Chicago Truck 22 AMB 31 Engine 100 Years of Service Engine 83, Skeleton fireman standing with one foot on fire hydrant; Handwritten Text: Various Signatures on back, approximately 2001-2012

Level of Description

File

Archival Collection

New York-New York Hotel and Casino 9-11 Heroes Tribute Collection
To request this item in person:
Collection Number: MS-00459
Collection Name: New York-New York Hotel and Casino 9-11 Heroes Tribute Collection
Box/Folder: Box 467

Archival Component

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Arboretum Project Records

Identifier

UA-00043

Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Arboretum Project Records are comprised of documents, brochures, and photographs dating from 1976 to 2012 documenting both the creation and operations of the Arboretum at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). The collection includes photographs of planning the Arboretum, the opening ceremony, and aerial photos of the UNLV campus. The brochures include guides to the Arboretum, lists of types of plants grown, and information on the Xeric Garden.

Archival Collection