1967 New Year's Program
On December 31st, 1966 the Sands threw a big party in their Grand Ballroom. In attendance that evening was Dave Caplan, a man who billed himself as the "Showbiz Tailor." He made suits and tuxedos for some of the biggest names of the 60’s including Duke Ellington, Robert Goulet, and many more.
Also in attendance that night was the legendary Ed Sullivan, who obviously knew Dave Caplan and his wife Lynn well enough to autograph their menu not once – but twice!
On the back, just above the Sands logo and photo it reads: "To Lynn, Happy New Year, Ed Sullivan" and "Dave – Say hello to all the Caplans - Ed Sullivan."
By the way, for the gastronomic among you, on the menu was Le Seafood St. Sylvestre au Caviar, Roast Easter Prime Sirloin of Beef in Truffle Sauce, and a Macaroon Glaces Fraisette.
Many thanks to Linda Keele of Toronto, Ontario for the history on this wonderful piece of Las Vegas memorabilia.
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