Las Vegas calls for mayor to prove gambling charges
A letter demands Mayor John Russell prove charges of crooked gambling, urges resignation or recall, defends local clubs including Boulder and Frontier, and questions his World War record as a needed investigation for Las Vegas and state. The writer seeks truth and removal if unfounded.
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John Russell
Las Vegas
Boulder Club
Frontier Club
Silver Club
Northern Club
Apache Club
Mission
City Commission
Russell
Independence Day and the loosening grip of government
A reflection on the meaning of independence criticizing the idea that Americans should rely on government for support. The piece contrasts historic freedom with prophets who say the nation is an “old” people needing state aid, warning that personal liberty may be eroded if individuals surrender independence to government.
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United States
Washington
Uncle Sam
John Bull
Great Britain
America
Sam
Doubt and debate on self reliance and government aid
The passage discusses doubt and fear in the country as a new order aids propagate. It notes many people seek self reliance and thrift while questioning those who have not sacrificed or shown judgment in planning their lives.
Nevada Silver Price Fight Heats Up in Senate Battle
Nevada senators McCarran and Pittman lead a tough clash over fixing a proper price for silver. Western lawmakers expect forced recognition before the Senate filibuster ends, with higher silver prices prompting reopening of Nevada mines and generating wealth for state and nation.
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Nevada
McCarran
Pittman
Congress
Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles Named Barometer of World Travel
The Biltmore Los Angeles earns the nickname Barometer of World Travel as a constant flow of guests from around the globe floods its lobby. Baron Long’s 1930s remodel and the ongoing success of the Biltmore Bowl and Rendezvous Night Club highlight a thriving hospitality scene amid summer expositions and resort tourism.
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Biltmore
Los Angeles
Australia
New Zealand
Hong Kong
Singapore
Manila
Honolulu
London
Rome
Paris
Union Pacific Challenger
Washington
New York
Detroit
Chicago
Charles Bond
The
Trave
Mr. Band
America
Baron Long
Sala de Oro
Pinkey Tomlin
Rapoport Sons Return for Summer Vacation
Mrs. Ethel Rapoport’s sons Georgie and Bobbie return from Urban Military Academy in Los Angeles for summer break. Georgie, eleven, finished seventh grade and won a class spelling gold medal. Bobbie, twelve, will be a freshman next fall.
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Georgie
Bobbie Rapoport
Ethel Rapoport
Urban Military Academy
Los Angeles
Bobbie
Miss Norberg Crowned Miss Boulder Dam Visits Las Vegas
Bettina Norberg of Burlingame California was chosen as Miss Boulder Dam at the San Francisco Fair. She traveled to Boulder City via TWA and toured Boulder Dam and Las Vegas aboard a Grand Canyon tours package, staying at the Boulder Dam Hotel during her visit.
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Boulder Dam
Bettina Norberg
Burlingame
California
Las Vegas
Grand Canyon
Miss Norberg
San Francisco Fair
Boulder City
TWA
Boulder Dam Tours Inc
Tom Bellis Transferred to Reno Post
State traffic officer Tom Bellis and his wife left Friday to relocate their home in Reno where Bellis has been transferred to a new post.
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Tom Bellis
Reno
Bellis
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