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UNLV Libraries Collection of Articles on Gaming and Las Vegas, Nevada Topics

Identifier
MS-00626
Abstract

The UNLV Libraries Collection of Articles on Gaming and Las Vegas, Nevada Topics consists of photocopied periodicals and book chapters on a wide variety of gaming and general Las Vegas, Nevada topics. The majority of the collection material focuses on problem gambling and were copied from psychology, psychiatry, and addiction journals originating in the United States and Europe. Original dates of publication range from approximately 1837 to 1999. Other topics include tourism, southern Nevada history, and Howard Hughes' influence in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Archival Collection

University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Human Performance Development Photographs

Identifier
UA-00092
Abstract

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas College of Human Performance Development Photographs is comprised of photographs of students and faculty at various events at UNLV's campus from approximately 1995. Some of the photographs show students and faculty at work conducting research or in the classroom. These photographs were used to create promotional and marketing materials for the college.

Archival Collection

Slide of Stinker's Gas, Wells, Nevada, 1986

Date
1986
Description
An image of Stinker's Gas station in Wells, Nevada. The neon sign above the gas pumps has a skunk posing beside the words: "Self-Serv Fuel Stop." Aztec Truck Repair shop can be seen in the distance. A sign to the far right of the photo greets incoming customers.

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Photograph of Lamont Downs, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, May 1992

Date
1992-05
Description

Cataloging Department staff member Lamont Downs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) Libraries.

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Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada records, 1992

Date
1992
Description

Various documents from the Jewish Community Center of Southern Nevada, including a thank-you letter; information about their purpose, goals, and schedule; Board Meeting agenda; and information on the Committee Chairmanship.

Text

Photographic slide of mounds, Tule Springs, Nevada, December 31, 1962

Date
1962-12-31
Description
Written description given with slide: "Spring Mounds on Gilcrease Ranch. Tule Springs area, Nevada. Looking toward mound #4 and 4a from mound 3. December 31, 1962"

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Laughlin, Nevada photographs, 1970-1990

Level of Description
Series
Scope and Contents

The Laughlin, Nevada photographs depict the town of Laughlin, Nevada from 1970 to 1990. The photographs primarily depict hotels and casinos, the Laughlin Community Center, and ferries on the Colorado River. The photographs also depict Don Laughlin, the entrepreneur who purchased the land where Laughlin is located.

Archival Collection
Bill Willard Photograph Collection
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Collection Number: PH-00333
Collection Name: Bill Willard Photograph Collection
Box/Folder: N/A

Archival Component

Map of the city of Las Vegas, Nevada, March 1, 1927

Date
1927-03-01
Description
'Compiled by C.D. Baker, civil eningeer. 220 Fremont St. March 1, 1927.' 'C.E. Pembroke, selling agent.' Scale [ca. 1:3,600]. 1 in. to 300 ft. Cadastral map. Blueline print.

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Main Street, Tonopah, Nevada: photographic print

Date
1958
Description

From the Nye County, Nevada Photograph Collection (PH-00221) -- Series VI. Tonopah, Nevada -- Subseries VI.B. Coombs Family. Mizpah Hotel is in the background next to the Butler Theatre and the Modern Barber Shop, then operated by Bob Williams.

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