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Lorraine Thomas-Perry Papers
The Lorraine Thomas-Perry Papers (1910-1936) contain the personal papers of Lorraine Thomas and her family, who were early residents of Beatty, Nevada. Collection materials include report cards, graduation certificates, correspondence, and short stories and poems written by family members. The majority of collection are photocopies. The collection also contains one original program for the opening banquet and ball for Hotel Fayle in Goodsprings, Nevada on May 13, 1916.
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Titanic Casino Conference at Jackie Gaughan's Plaza: video
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Stupak files lawsuit over Horseshoe's refusal to cash $5,000 casino chips: video
Local news anchors discuss Bob Stupak's lawsuit filed against Binion's Horseshoe for refusal to cash his chips and being ejected from the casino following a shouting match; they discuss the bad blood with the Horseshoe's ownership change, shows Stupak in the Horseshoe withdrawing thousands of dollars; third segment reports from Fremont Street outside of Binion's and has phone interview with Rev. Tom Grey who also tried to cash the chip Stupak donated but was refused. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about the arrest of Sean Deandre White, the suspect in the Robert Davenport murder: video
News anchors report on the filing of charges against Sean Deandre White for the murder of Robert Davenport in the Vegas World parking lot. They also describe charges against White for murder of Derek Hamilton. Prosecutor Robert Langford comments on the investigation and identification of White in some of the segments. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about the preliminary hearing in the case against Sean Deandre White for the murder of Robert Davenport: video
News anchors report on the preliminary hearing to review evidence against Sean Deandre White for the murder of Robert Davenport in the Vegas World parking garage. The anchors also discuss the allegatioins against White for the murder of Derek Hamilton. One clip includes some testimony from Davenport's widow, Vicki Davenport. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about the investigation into the murder of Robert Davenport in the Vegas World parking garage: video
New anchors report on the investigation of the murder of Robert Davenport, including witness accounts, the release of the composite sketch of the suspect, death threats against Davenport's widow, and Stupak's offer of a $25,000 reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest and conviction. One segment includes an interview of Stupak. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about public forums with tenants being evicted from apartment complexes owned by Stratosphere Corporation: video
News anchors report on public meetings between tenants of apartment complexes owned by Stratosphere Corporation and representatives of the company regarding compesation for relocation expenses resulting from evications due to Stratosphere expansion. Bob Stupak is interviewed in various segments, as well as several residents and Stratosphere Corporation employees. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segment about the eviction of tenants in a Bob Stupak-owned apartment complex to make way for additional construction on the Stratosphere: video
News anchors report on the eviction of tenants of a Bob Stupak-owned apartment complex to make way for additional construction on the Stratosphere. The report details a previous offer by Stupak to let tenants have more time to relocate if needed not coming to fruition. Tenants and Vegas World employees Sal Vincent, and Bob and Gina Johnson are interviewed. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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News segments about the investigation of James and Lillian Meegan for the possible death of their daughter, Francine, and Bob Stupak's offer of a reward of $100,000 for information leading to an arrest and convinction in the case: video
News anchors report on police investigation of James and Lillian Meegan for possibly killing their infant daughter, Francine. Reports include Bob Stupak's offer of a $100,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and convinction in the case. Police, neighbors and family friends are interviewed in many of the clips. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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Stratosphere Tower height controversy: video
Las Vegas, Nevada news broadcasts covering the City of Las Vegas, Nevada City Council debate over increasing the height of the Stratosphere Tower; Clips taken from broadcasts aired on May 18, 1994 and May 19, 1994 include interviews and testimony of people in favor and opposed to Bob Stupak's plan to make the Stratosphere Tower the tallest built structure in the world. Original media VHS, color, aspect ratio 4 x 3, frame size 720 x 486. From the Bob Stupak Professional Papers (MS-01016) -- Professional papers -- Audiovisual material -- Digitized audiovisual clips file.
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