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Santa Fe Hotel flag mounted and other wall mounted signs, Reno, Nevada: photographic print
Archival Collection
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Views of the Santa Fe Hotel signs, primarily focusing on the sign reading "Basque Dinners" at night with unlit neon.
235 Lake St, Reno, NV 89501
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Star of Reno Motel flag mounted pylon sign, Reno, Nevada: photographic print
Archival Collection
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View of the Star of Reno Motel sign during the day with unlit neon. It was demolished in 2018.
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7/11 Motor Lodge flag mounted sign, Reno, Nevada: photographic print
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Archival Collection
Description
View of the sign for the 7/11 Motor Lodge during the day.
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7/11 Motor Lodge flag mounted marquee and banner signs, Reno, Nevada: photographic print
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Archival Collection
Description
View of the 7/11 Motor Lodge in a panoramic view during the day with unlit neon.
465 W 2nd St, Reno, NV 89503
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Edith Leavitt interview, February 7, 1977: transcript
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Archival Collection
Description
On February 7, 1977, collector Enrico Messina interviewed Edith Leavitt (born April 12th, 1924, in St. George, Utah) at her home in Las Vegas, Nevada. In this interview, Mrs. Leavitt talks about teaching in Southern Nevada, including in the Virgin Valley and in Las Vegas. She also discusses the changing education system in Southern Nevada during her time as an educator.
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Gene Leavitt interview, February 28, 1979: transcript
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Archival Collection
Description
On February 28, 1979, collector Monte Leavitt interviewed Gene Leavitt (born October 6th, 1923 in Mesquite, Nevada) at his home in North Las Vegas, Nevada. In this interview, Mr. Leavitt talks about his career as a truck and bus driver. He also talks about the life in Southern Nevada, the soldiers stationed here, and gambling.
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