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Vegas and The Mob, A&E Network, 1996
Level of Description
File
Scope and Contents
Additional information from donor: Updated 1999. History of Mob organizations moving into Las Vegas due to legalized gambling.
Archival Collection
Scott Rayer Collection of Television Programs about Las Vegas, Nevada
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Collection Number: MS-01130
Collection Name: Scott Rayer Collection of Television Programs about Las Vegas, Nevada
Box/Folder: Digital File 00
Collection Name: Scott Rayer Collection of Television Programs about Las Vegas, Nevada
Box/Folder: Digital File 00
Archival Component
Transcript of interview with Myrtle Banks by George Williams, March 15, 1981
Date
1981-03-15
Archival Collection
Description
George Williams interviews Myrtle Banks (b. 1923) in her home while Lucille Bell is also present and occasionally provides additional commentary. They discuss African American history in Nevada, specifically in the context of job opportunities, relationships with whites, and the social and political changes that took place over time. Banks also discusses the riots of the 1960s, changes in crime rates and their effect on perception of safety, constructional increases and population growth, shopping and price changes on various products, and how gambling and entertainment defined Las Vegas.
Text
Photograph of casino interior inside Stardust, Las Vegas (Nev.), circa 1974
Date
1973 to 1975
Archival Collection
Description
Another view of the casino in the Stardust Hotel. Table games are in the center of the picture, with people playing on slot machines off in the distance. The entrance to the casino from the outside is visible. Above the gambling area to the left reads a sign that says "Bar, Auditorium, Card Room." Off to the left, there is an area to make change. The color photograph was taken before the casino was renovated in the mid 1970s. Site Name: Stardust Resort and Casino Street Address: 3000 South Las Vegas Boulevard
Image
The Mint Hotel and Casino craps gaming guide, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard
Date
1960 (year approximate) to 1980 (year approximate)
Archival Collection
Description
From the Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card, "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE 'Behind The Scenes' public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the 'Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas.'"
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The Mint Hotel and Casino blackjack rules, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard
Date
1962
Archival Collection
Description
From the Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card: "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE "Behind The Scenes" public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the "Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas." (Copyright 1962)."
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The Mint Hotel and Casino, Roulette Gaming Guide, Las Vegas, Nevada: postcard
Date
1961
Archival Collection
Description
The Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card: "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE "Behind The Scenes" public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the "Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas." (copyright 1961)."
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John Hamilton Collection of Keno Pay Charts
Identifier
MS-00340
Abstract
The John Hamilton Collection on Keno Pay Charts (1958-1991) contains keno slips, pay out charts, and odds calculation sheets from 168 casinos in Nevada. There is also a small amount of other materials such as napkins and placemats.
Archival Collection