Fremont

Methodology The methodology consists of three separate assessments, one for each of the forces identified as important contributor in the city's potential for a creative milieu in Downtown Las Vegas and each addressing the corresponding set of research questions. The first is a measure of the socio-economic conditions of the Las Vegas region or the Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA Conditions), the second is to identify the government agencies' strategies (GOV Actions) in the revitalization…

In 1954, Alfred Hitchcock directed a film which was named Rear Window. In this movie the main characters were Lisa Carol Fremont, L.B. Jeff, and Detective Doyle. L.B. Jeff was played by James Stewart is a man who is confined to his apartment and his only view of the world in looking out his window in his apartment. Lisa Carol Fremont was played by Grace Kelly, she was a model who showed interest in Jeff, but could not get his attention. Detective lieutenant Doyle was played by Wendell Corey was…

BART Bay Area Rapid Transit, known by the acronym BART, is the main rail transportation system for the San Francisco Bay Area. It was envisioned as early as 1946 but the construction of the original system began in the 1960s. Origins and planning The idea of an underwater electric rail tube was first proposed in the early 1900s by Francis "Borax" Smith. There were also plans for a third-rail powered subway line (Twin Peaks Tunnel) under Market Street in the 1910s. Much of BART's current…

The environmental, political, economic, and labor conditions of the tomato-to-ketchup chain of my consumption are that of the United States of America. Although, due to the drought in California Heinz has begun to grow tomatoes in other parts of the world to save on water consumption—locations include: Egypt, China and Spain (Sustainability Report). The working conditions and environment might be drastically different in those locations. But, once again, because there is no sufficient…

A teacher responded, “It isn’t a question of what students want. It’s what the school may have available” (Kozol 10). In contrast to the courses given at Beverly Hills High School, Fremont High School students are forced to take courses linked to low paying jobs. While this argument for poverty remains true, after the seminar, I realized that Capitalism was the main cause of poverty as it influenced all the other causes. Capitalism…

Frémont, due to his heroic reputation and likability. • However, the Republican Party was so unpopular in the South that Frémont’s name wasn’t even on the voting ballots. The Election of 1856: • Democrats nominated James Buchanan for presidency. Because…

Many issues and events fueled the creation of the Republican Party during the 1850 's. A significant cause of the formation of the Republican Party was slavery 's disturbance on the political system. However, this party was also the foundation of new social and economic modifications within America; such as the start of mass European immigration and the finalization of the market revolution. During the late 1840 's and early 1850 's, the U.S. economy expanded at an alacritous pace. This economic…

Among some of the more controversial topics regarding high school and middle school academics is the issue of including explicit and potentially inappropriate content in course curriculums, and amidst these discussions sits The Kite Runner, one of the most commonly challenged books in the past decade. The Kite Runner, by Khaled Hosseini, was published in 2003 and tells the story of Amir’s coming-of-age in Kabul, Afghanistan starting in the late 1970’s. Amir lived with his father, Baba, and their…

The museum officially opened with the installation of its first restored sign, the Hacienda Horse and Rider, at the intersection of Las Vegas Boulevard and Fremont Street. Because of the nature of the artefacts, entry is only permitted with guided tours. That’s where one hears stories of how aviation baron Howard Hughes bought the hotel Desert Inn because he and his entourage were asked to vacate after a long…

Glendale, CA, being the fourth largest ethnic enclave after Armenia, Moscow, and Berlin, proves to be a paradise for all categories of people. Whether you love indoor amusing activities or outdoor exploration, you won't go wrong with Glendale, CA. The following are six reasons you should consider taking a trip to Glendale, CA. 1. Sights and Landmarks in Glendale, CA From the massive and unique Forest Lawn Memorial Park to the old Episcopal parish church of St Mark, and even to the Doctor's…