where was dan tanna? desert inn?
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Fish bought a warm case of Bud and drank the whole thing on the trip back.
When we got back, all we could see was the antenna of Fish's "Rockfords Files" Camaro.
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fishead those pics are wonderful what a great job, I first went to vegas wish I could find my pics Iwill look ,does that bring back memories thats when the boys owned it .Comment -
Fish, you don't remember that hooker you picked up on the strip?!. Big black Mama, you saw those big
and you were sold. It
was on a later trip.
We were staying at the Frontier then also. I remember banging on the door of the room trying to get in and you were out cold. Sorry, if Billsfan reads this.Comment -
I heard the fishhead was pulling serious wool back in those days.Comment -
That's when Atari was the sh1t if you could afford one. Pong was like the coolest game ever.
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Back then, the worst part of Vegas was having your only out at the Stardust. There were the little joints also, Rose Bowl, Churchill Downs and Little Ceasars. For the most part, you had to bet at the 'Dust.
I remember betting at joint owned by ex-tout, next to Sands, Mike Warren?? Fuk, I am old. Also, could get down at Fish' old employer ran by legend Sonny Reizner, Castaways.
Remembering Sonny Reizner
11 December 2002
By Larry Grossman
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One of the true legends of Las Vegas recently passed away. Sonny Reizner 81, began as a sports bettor, learning his trade at the Boston Garden, and Fenway Park at the ripe age of 15. Many gamblers years ago, would congregate in the stands and make wagers amongst themselves. They would make all these exotic bets like would the next guy up get to second base or would the team go hitless in the next inning, or anything they could put a number on and, try to get the best of the guy they were betting with. It was an exercise where you had to outwit with your hard earned knowledge the other guys in the stand, and then out bet them. It wasn't all business, far from it. Instead of going to a "regular job", these Damon Runyon characters would spend the betting, and laughing, and truly enjoying themselves. They watched Ted Williams and Bob Cousy and ate hot dogs. It was a glorious time when life was simpler. They had the time of their lives and forged lifelong friendships, all the while trying to win each others money. There was competition on the field and on the court, but many times the real show was in the stands.
Sonny Reizner and his wife Rolene, an accomplished artist, were like two peas in a pod. They laughed and spread joy everywhere they went. With their four children in tow, Gale, Jann, Alan, and Adam they moved to Las Vegas in 1970. It was to be the adventure of their lives. Under the tutelage of another legendary character, Bob Martin, Sonny began his career on the other side of the counter at the Churchill Downs Sportsbook.. It wasn't long before he was running his own shop at the Castaways. This is where he really began to hit his stride. Sonny was the smiling face of sports betting. He was always courteous and enjoyed the company of wise guys and casual bettors. No matter how many times he answered the same mundane questions he acted as if he had just heard it for the first time.
He had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face that was so pure that you just wanted to be around him. He was extremely generous with his laughter and friendly disposition. In his day he changed a lot of lines, but at his core he never changed. He was honest, stand-up and a man among men. Sonny put up the proposition wager of, "Who shot J.R.?" At that time Dallas was the most watched and the most talked about show on television. The proposition listed everyone on the show, and even included Tom Landry, then the Dallas Cowboy coach. The odds on him were 500 to 1. Sonny was a guy that always enjoyed a good laugh.
Reizner also started the football handicapping contests in town. His imagination and foresight changed the face of sports betting. Sonny made a lot of friends and spread a lot of joy and laughter during his life. He served his country with honor in World War II and saw action in Italy.
He leaves behind a legacy of merit, and good character. His greatest and most enduring gift that he has left us are his wonderful and loving family. At his memorial service his youngest son Adam, spoke eloquently of his father. Holding back tears he showed what a father meant to a son, and how Sonny's spirit will still be with all those that knew him and loved him.
I know I will always remember him and be grateful for his friendship and his kindness. He was one of my best friends. He will be missed.
As Always…Good Luck!Comment -
Write a book, Fish:
"The Life and Times of a Las Vegas Grinder"Where's the fuckin power box, Carol?Comment -
Any other old farts remember that joint next to the White House, near the Lobster rip off place next to the Sands?
Ex tout set up a shop and staged a robbery. Driving me crazy trying to remember.Comment -
Say what u want about fishhead (yea he seems annoying sometimes online) but I met him at the SBR bash, and he was 1 of the nicest person u can meet. Thanks for the drinks also Fishy,
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