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Newspaper
Las Vegas Age
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1931
Page
6
A Lincoln tomb ceremony recalls the nation’s ideals and patriotism. The address lauds Lincoln as unifier and savior of the Union, urging dedication to the living task of service and national unity. The speaker emphasizes Lincoln’s universal appeal, patience, and steadfastness shaping American life.
The San Bernardino Laymare Tile Company has been in Las Vegas for several days seeking sands and minerals to perfect fire proof tile. Mr. Purer reports minerals found in the surrounding territory, aiding production plans.
Fire department banquet Tuesday night welcomed City Commissioner Bill German Gene Ward and John T. Watters as honored guests alongside the firemen.
Captain Gordon McKenzie, ex U S Army pilot now in commercial aviation in the northwest, announces a non stop flight from Tokyo to Seattle following the great circle route. He will be accompanied by a California aviatrix according to reports.
Three new city licenses were granted yesterday to W. M. Fisher for a mercantile business at the National hotel to the O K barber shop for two extra chairs and to the Pullman grill at 225 North Third Street, expanding local commerce.
A crowd of youths threw stones at the American consulate in Leipsic Germany during a demonstration. Several windows were smashed. Police regard the incident as another young communist outbreak though the motive remains undetermined.
The article describes a cottage plan featuring a built in garage lowering the bedroom level to a middle floor. The design includes three bedrooms, a large living room, a dining area, kitchen and attached workrooms, with pale coral stucco walls and a distinctive tall chimney. Cost estimates range from 8000 to 10000 dollars.
Rumors claim General Martinez Anido former Barcelona captain general is heading to Navarre to command an army aiming to install Prince Jaime de Bourbon on the Spanish throne.
A blaze at 2 am heavily damaged a garage in the rear of 131 South Fourth Street, owned by Tom Carroll, Las Vegas, destroying crates of shoe shop equipment. Quick action by volunteer firefighters saved adjacent structures.
Mr and Mrs T H Olive are the parents of an eight pound boy born Tuesday at the Las Vegas hospital Attending physicians say both mother and son are doing well Orpha A Miller district extension agent has gone to Moapa valley for the weekend Geologist Prossor Ransome visited for the Boulder dam work Boulder City couple T Wilson announce an eight pound boy born Wednesday morning at the Las Vegas hospital
Ruch Leslie a red haired show girl was freed by Judge Ryen yesterday after Lonard Blooh accused her of refusal and neglect to pay wages. Toodles Roberts and Helen La Rue of & L theatrical testified for Miss Leslie who handled her case, presented no argument, and was found not guilty and dismissed.
Miss McDougall, who had been away for several days, returned to her office and worked with Mr. Comton for part of the day yesterday.
In a municipal court session Judge Morse fined W. F. Ryan $145 for possession of intoxicating liquor and ordered five and a half cases of beer destroyed after a failure to pay. Edward Lotis also appeared and paid a $10 fine for gross intoxication.
The Great Nelson freed himself from a strait jacket hanging from a tree in under two minutes on the courthouse lawn yesterday. About four hundred spectators watched the feat and he challenged the crowd to try the stunt. He will perform at the Little Outdoor Theater two miles south of the city.
A bronze sundial made in 1691 will be presented June 14 by workers of Wright Aeronautical in Boston to Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd. The gift marks another addition to his collection of honors for notable flights. A cast stone pedestal by Julio Kilenyi features four bas reliefs depicting milestones in Byrd's life, including his birthday and his three major ventures.
Group of businessmen offer license and location for the state’s largest hotel and casino. Opportunity for one or two men with capital to make a fortune. All replies confidential. Include references and investment amount. Box F Las Vegas Age.
Kannaville June 11. Professor Leo Holdredge of the University of Tennessee explains cities stay warmer than rural areas in winter because more machines heat buildings and release heat into the air, creating urban warming.
Arnold W Teas who was stabbed in a knife fray in the north part of the city is reported ready to leave the hospital by attending physicians Mrs O Briens Well condition of Mrs OBrien wounded on the head with the butt of a gun after her husband was killed Monday night is improving according to attending physicians Marr W Thies has accepted a position as bookkeeper in the office of the Las Vegas Ace and will begin duties this morning
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