Charles P. and Delphine Squires Collection. 1905-1964.

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Charles P. and Delphine Squires Collection. 1905-1964.

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The Squires Collection concentrates on the Las Vegas years (1905- 1964), although there is some material from earlier periods. The Civic interests series contains miscellaneous items relating to early life in Las Vegas (1905-1958). The Manuscripts series contains book and short story manuscripts, articles, press releases and radio scripts. The Correspondence series reflects the period 1910-1958, with a few items dated earlier. The Family series contains items related to family life such as report cards, certificates, Parent Teacher Association, club activities, news clippings, and church activities. These items cover the years 1887- 1951.

5 boxes (3 linear ft.)

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7352923

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries

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Nevada Women's Archives.

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Squires, Charles P. (Charles Pember), 1865-1958.

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Charles P. "Pop" and Delphine Squires came to Las Vegas in 1905 and quickly established themselves as community leaders. Charles acquired hotel, banking, lumber, and utility interests and became the publisher of the Las Vegas age newspaper. Delphine was an early member of the forerunner to the Parent Teacher Association and was active in church activities, local women's clubs and civic groups. The Squires wrote many historical articles and stories, including a history of Las Vegas. F...

Squires, Delphine Anderson.

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Squires family.

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