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Charles Malkowski interviews Ralph Daly (born in Texas in 1903) about his experience of moving to Las Vegas during its early growth. Daly talks specifically about Block 16 and the Arizona Club and the extent of gambling and prostitution that took place there in the early 1900s. Daly, who worked in oil fields but became paralyzed due to an injury, also talks about moving to Las Vegas to make his living on gambling after becoming disabled. He also describes how the construction of Boulder Dam attracted many migrant workers and how, after World War II, Las Vegas attracted tourists and became more of a gambling town as more casinos were built and worldwide advertising for those casinos started. Daly also discusses the end of prostitution in Las Vegas, certain famous gamblers he met, and the forms of cooling used before air conditioning was introduced.

Note: Menu shows the monogram of the King Edward VII (E VII R); This garden party was probably at Buckingham Palace Restaurant: British Royal Family residence Location: England

Note: Menu shows the monogram of the King Edward VII (E VII R) Restaurant: Windsor Castle Location: Windsor, Berkshire, England

Note: Menu partially handwritten; decorated with gilt letters and borders Restaurant: Romano's Location: 399-400 Strand, W. C., London, England

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Note: Grand Master's Lodge gilt emblem shows at the top of the menu Restaurant: Freemasons' Tavern Location: Great Queen Street, D.C., London, England