10 Forgotten Las Vegas Jobs That No Longer Exist!

Take a trip down memory lane and explore the fascinating history of Las Vegas through the lens of 10 jobs that no longer exist. From the glamorous days of the 1930s to the swinging 1960s, Las Vegas has undergone a transformation that has left many careers in the dust. In this video, we'll delve into the stories of booking agents, coin wrappers, and switchboard operators who once played a vital role in the city's casino scene. We'll also revisit the heyday of the Lido de Paris, the Stardust, and Fremont Street, where legendary performers like Frank Sinatra once performed. Join us as we uncover the nostalgia and charm of old Las Vegas, a time when the mafia and showgirls ruled the strip. Get ready for a walk down memory lane and discover the forgotten jobs that helped shape the Las Vegas we know today. #lasvegas #goldenage #lasvegastrip 0:00 Introduction 0:45 Atomic Test View Tour Guides 2:00 Western Frontier Era Actors 3:15 Showgirl Performer 4:30 Coin Wrappers 5:45 Switchboard Operators 7:00 Live Keno Runners 8:15 Casino Entertainment Booking Agent 9:30 Race and Sports Bookmaker 10:45 Casino Floor Photographer 12:00 Faro Card Dealer Correction: Wayne Newton was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and had been performing since he was a child. His family moved to Phoenix at age ten due to his brother's asthma. A Las Vegas booking agent saw the brothers perform on a local TV station and signed them to perform at the Flamingo. Playlists You Might Enjoy:    • Road Trips Nostalgia  Playlist      • Vintage Cars and Car Features Playlist      • Aviation Nostalgia Playlist   ❤️ Thank you for watching! 👍 Thank you for subscribing!    / @wonderyears_nostalgia   Thumbnail Image: Les Folies Bergere showgirl Photo Credit: Las Vegas News Bureau https://veryvintagevegas.com/wp-conte... Stardust (postcard, early 1970s) Uncredited photographer, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Fi... Photo Credits: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t... Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing." I do NOT own some or all of the video materials used in this video. In the case of copyright issues, please contact us for credit/removal.