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Postcard of trees at Mormon Fort, Las Vegas (Nev.), 1924

Date
1924 (year uncertain)
Description
Scene at Mormon Fort (Las Vegas Ranch) underneath the trees. Inscription with image reads: "A shady spot at Las Vegas, NV. (early 1900s) postcard. (1924?)"

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Photograph of Ward Wengert, circa 1940

Date
1939 to 1941
Description
Ward Wengert posing in front of a house at thirteen years old.

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Denton, Ralph, 1925-2012

Ralph Denton was born September 8, 1925. He received his education in law school alongside longtime friend and Nevada governor, Grant Sawyer. Denton worked on campaigning, eventually landing a job as Sawyer’s advisor after he became governor. Denton also worked as a Clark County, Nevada Commissioner and a district attorney in Esmeralda County, Nevada. He passed away July 6, 2012.

Person

Fong, Wing G., 1925-2005

Wing Fong was a distinguished Nevadan, recognized for his philanthropic generosity and business acumen. He was an owner director of Nevada State Bank and a founder of Frontier Fidelity Savings and Loan Association.

Person

Fourth of July menu, Hotel Worth

Date
1870 to 1933
Description
Note: No year on menu Restaurant: Hotel Worth Location: Chicago, Illinois, United States

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