Jackpot at Tahoe

1963

25m

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Overview

Assignment Four documentary film made by KRON-TV which first aired on September 16th 1963. Narrated by Art Brown, it examines tension caused by conflicts in interest between preservation of Lake Tahoe's recreational areas and rapid development of the gambling industry in South Lake Tahoe (which was incorporated as a city in 1965). Includes scenes featuring: Lake Tahoe and the surrounding countryside; people enjoying leisure time at Harvey's Wagon Wheel Resort and Harrah's Club casinos; stars like Sammy Davis Jr. performing on-stage and a glimpse of circus performer Emmett Kelly, Sr. in his dressing room. Also interviews with: Harvey Gross; William Leadbetter; William F. Harrah; Dean Seeger and the editor of the Tahoe Times. Opening graphic designed by Carrie Hawks.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Companies

KRON-TV

Production Countries

United States of America

Quick Facts

Release Date	September 16, 1963
Status	Released
Language	EN
Website	Visit Site

Cast

Sammy Davis Jr.

Self

Art Brown

Narrator

Key Crew

Bob Anderson

Writer

Bob Anderson

Producer

Al Scollay

Director

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