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Comment on The Case of The Errant Keno Ticket by Doresa Banning

Doresa Banning — Thu, 05 May 2022 18:03:15 +0000

In reply to Mike M.

Hi Mike,

It certainly seems like that was the case. Thanks for your comment!

Doresa

Comment on The Case of The Errant Keno Ticket by Mike M

Mike M — Wed, 04 May 2022 12:33:40 +0000

The was a crook and slipped the ticket on top. They should have arrested him for cheating.

Comment on Nevada Casino Patrons From California Meet Horrendous Fate by KenP

KenP — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 17:10:54 +0000

I can remember the week that this happened and the strong desire to find these people by many, many searchers. I remember the newspaper accounts of the compassion and concern to try and save the possible survivors.

Comment on Lady Godiva’s Run at Lake Tahoe Hotel-Casino by Doresa Banning

Doresa Banning — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:33:07 +0000

In reply to Mike Trute. Hi Mike, I love your idea! I'll e-mail you directly about photos. Thanks for the inquiry.

Comment on Lady Godiva’s Run at Lake Tahoe Hotel-Casino by Mike Trute

Mike Trute — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 21:41:31 +0000

I own Incline Cleaners in Incline Village. My father opened it in 1969. I know the King’s Castle very well. Through the local Rotary club, I am creating a history display on the corner of Village/Tahoe Blvd. The picture of the arch with Lady Godiva would be perfect for one of the displays. How could I obtain one or more??

Comment on 10 Intriguing Facts About Gambling Kingpin “Bones” Remmer by Doresa Banning

Doresa Banning — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 16:20:35 +0000

In reply to Matt Edwards. Hi Matt, Thanks for sharing that. Bones was a fascinating man.

Comment on 10 Intriguing Facts About Gambling Kingpin “Bones” Remmer by Matt Edwards

Matt Edwards — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 02:52:28 +0000

Bones Remmer was my great uncle. His brother, William Remmer, was my grandfather. He died when I was 4. My family did not talk about him. I only learned of my relationship to him when I was an adult.

Comment on 10 Intriguing Facts About Mobster/Gambler Allen Smiley by Doresa Banning

Doresa Banning — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 14:47:21 +0000

In reply to Luellen Smiley. Hi Luellen, Thanks so much for your kind words. I found your book fascinating, particularly since it was from your perspective as you were growing up. Kudos. Doresa

Comment on 10 Intriguing Facts About Mobster/Gambler Allen Smiley by Luellen Smiley

Luellen Smiley — Mon, 24 Aug 2020 17:00:35 +0000

I just read this post about my father. After reading hundreds of alleged historical accounts of my Dad I must say, you got everything right!
Thank you for reading my book.

Comment on Suspects in 1968 Bombing Death of Barney’s Club Co-Owner Deceased by admin

admin — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 17:38:53 +0000

In reply to john g tribuzio. Yes, thanks, John, for pointing that out. Doresa