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Suzie Chenin oral history interview

Identifier

OH-02693

Abstract

Oral history interview with Suzie Chenin conducted by Barbara Tabach on September 29, 2015 for the Southern Nevada Jewish Heritage Project. Chenin discusses her father, one of the first Jewish dentists in Las Vegas, Nevada, and moving there when he was stationed at the Nellis Air Force Base. Chenin also talks about her career as a real estate agent and selling advertising for the Las Vegas Sun newspaper.

Archival Collection

Alma Hinricksen Photograph Collection on Judy Bayley

Identifier

PH-00202

Abstract

The Alma Hinricksen Photograph Collection on Judy Bayley contains three 8" x 10" black-and-white photographs of Judy Bayley from the 1960s. The collection includes a portrait, Bayley at a public function, and a photograph of U.S. Senator Howard Cannon pinning a ribbon on Bayley.

Archival Collection

Rabbi Bernard Cohen Papers

Identifier

MS-01050

Abstract

The Rabbi Bernard Cohen Papers (1957-1984) consist of mainly bulletins for the Las Vegas Jewish Community Center (later known as Temple Beth Sholom). Other materials in this collection include correspondence to and from Rabbi Cohen and certificates of conversion signed by Cohen. The collection also includes a eulogy for Cohen written by Rabbi Wise as well as an advertisement for Cohen's book Sociocultural Changes in American Jewish Life as Reflected in Selected Jewish Literature which was published in 1972.

Archival Collection

Pacifica Hotel Collection

Identifier

MS-01066

Abstract

The Pacifica Hotel Collection (1981-1985) contains newspaper clippings, correspondence, and contracts on the Pacifica Hotel, the first resort geared specifically towards the LGBTQIA+ community in Las Vegas, Nevada. The collection also includes one optical disc with a compilation of Las Vegas television news stories from the summer of 1985 about the Pacifica Hotel project.

Archival Collection

Nevada Association of Psychiatric Physicians Records

Identifier

MS-00428

Abstract

The records of the Nevada Association of Psychiatric Physicians (NAPP) document the professional association's membership, activities, and advocacy from 1984 to 2000. The records indicate how NAPP organized the professional psychiatric community in Southern Nevada, held meetings on various public health initiatives, networked with other professional organizations like the American Medical Association and the American Psychological Association, and published articles and newsletters on a variety of psychiatric topics.

Archival Collection

Cork Proctor Papers

Identifier

MS-00445

Abstract

The Cork Proctor Papers document the career of comedian Cork Proctor from 1942 to 2012. The papers include photographs, programs, advertisements, and newspaper articles that illustrate both the longevity and influence of one of Nevada's most famous comedians. From 1972 to 2012, in both Reno and Las Vegas, Proctor consistently worked as a stand-up comedian, writer, and roaster.

Archival Collection

Gordon Munford Papers and Music Scores

Identifier

MS-00495

Archival Collection

Hyman Gold Papers

Identifier

MS-00496

Abstract

The Hyman Gold Papers (1935-2004) primarily document the career of Las Vegas, Nevada performer Hyman Gold, and consist of newspaper clippings from various engagements, correspondence, and fliers. Materials also include handwritten musical scores and reel to reel tapes, both from his personal and professional life.

Archival Collection

Bill Beam Papers

Identifier

MS-00531

Abstract

The Bill Beam Papers document the career of miner and poetry enthusiast Bill (William) Beam from 1955 to 2004. The papers contain mining materials, photographs, and poetry from mines Beam worked in around the Southwestern United States. Also included are two albums of photographs from the Nevada Test Site.

Archival Collection

Liberace Fan Memorabilia Collection

Identifier

MS-00622

Abstract

The Liberace Fan Memorabilia Collection (1944-2004) consists of fliers, brochures, newspaper articles, show programs, and collectibles chronicling the life and career of famed Las Vegas, Nevada entertainer Liberace. Materials from the Liberace Foundation, various fan clubs, and the Liberace Museum in Las Vegas comprise the bulk of the collection.

Archival Collection