William F. Harrah authority and his managers appreciated his trust in their ability to manage his properties. Harrah used his influence to create the Nevada Gaming Control Board in 1955, an organization designed to regulate gaming in Nevada. In 1959, Harrah helped create an even stronger Gaming Commission to rid the state's casinos of corruption. Harrah was known for his relations with both his customers and employees. He was the first to invite African-American entertainers to perform in his casinos and welcome all races. He removed the color and sexual barrier by hiring women as dealers as well as other employees regardless of
Harrah, Washington District. Harrah, Washington Harrah is a town in Yakima County, Washington, United States. The population was 625 at the 2010 census. It is on the Yakama Indian Reservation. The mayor is Barbara Harrer. Named after Julius Harrah, Harrah was officially incorporated on January 23, 1946. In 1950 it had a population of 297. Harrah is located at (46.404182, -120.542982). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of , all of it land. As of the census of 2010, there were 625 people, 177 households, and 142 families residing in the town. The population density