John Denver (1943-1997) was a popular country-folk singer-songwriter of the 1970s and was also known for his work as an actor, activist, and humanitarian. His popularity brought him to many different places including the Harrah’s Lake Tahoe property, where he performed along the likes of Frank Sinatra and hosted events like the Celebrity Ski Classics.
Sister Rosemary Lynch was a Catholic nun, teacher, and social activist who advocated for world peace, disarmament, and an end to the testing and use of nuclear weapons.
Mexican festival dancers in the city streets. Dancers wear head ornaments or masks. Inscription reads: "This only shows the clown who has a face of an evil spirit, also the boy child who has to be dressed as a girl to represent no sex."
Mexican festival dancers dress in traditional garb. They are surrounded by city spectators. Inscription reads: "The object in foreground is not a cradle but the cross to which the dance of the matachenie is dedicated."