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Ron Lurie oral history interview
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Oral history interview with Ron Lurie conducted by Stefani Evans and Claytee D. White on October 17, 2016 and November 10, 2016 for the Building Las Vegas Oral History Project. In the first interview, Lurie discusses his upbringing in Los Angeles, California and moving to Las Vegas, Nevada in 1953. He recalls his father’s business, Market Town, graduating from Las Vegas High School, and becoming manager for three Wonder World convenient stores. Lurie talks about his campaign to become Mayor of Las Vegas, running for Las Vegas City Council, and the redevelopment of Downtown Las Vegas. In the second interview, Lurie discusses the Las Vegas Downtown Progress Association, the National League of Cities, and the Las Vegas monorail. Lastly, Lurie talks about employee longevity and unionization.
Archival Collection
Ron Lurie campaign materials and resume, item 10
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Postcard supporting Ron Lurie "Health care costs - an issue that affects us all!"
Photographs of Ron Lurie at social events, and portraits, 1977-1983
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Archival Collection
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Group of photographs and portraits of Ron Lurie as city council member, 1977-1983. Images include Ron Lurie posing with colleagues or at special events.
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