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Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1963

Page

2

Ward convicted on two counts in sex scandal trial

Stephen Ward, found guilty on two charges and acquitted on three others, remained in coma after an overdose of sodium samyl, awaiting sentencing at the historic Old Bailey. He faces future proceedings as prosecutors mull a second indictment on abortion procurement.

Ward Ronna Ricardo Vicki Barrett Oscar Wilde Old Bailey Archie Marshall Sword of Justice Ward Wa Mervyn Griffith Jones James Burge Stephen Ward Jones Wimpole Mews

Farquake survivor flown to Belgrade for treatment

Bogdan Markovic, 55, was removed from the debris after five days under twisted wreckage and flown to Belgrade in very difficult condition. He was the sole survivor found in the past 24 hours as demolition of standing structures continued and pest control spray addressed an estimated 700 bodies in the ruins. Yellow paint on a few buildings marks them as reconstructible while most shells are stamped red for demolition.

Bogdan Marckovic Belgrade Markovic

Las Vegas Grows from Straw Structures to Skyscrapers

A reflection on Las Vegas aging from 1905 straw buildings to steel and concrete towers, with recent city and bank data showing strong growth. The piece recalls a 1956 column predicting decline, argues the city remains vibrant and approaching a bold comeback with optimism.

Nevada

Nightcap remedy promotes restful sleep says Dr Gould

Dr Herbert L Gould of New York City endorses a nightcap as a mild sedative to ease tension and anxiety. He defines moderation as one to three ounces of cognac whiskey or schnapps and notes light sleepers showed reduced tossing in the first half of the night in a small experiment.

Herbert L Gould New York City Gould

Congolese Premier Adoula Ends Ireland Visit

Cyhille Adoula wrapped up a three day stay in Ireland and departed to London. A government release said he invited Irish Prime Minister Lemass to visit the Congo.

Dublin UPI Cyhille Adoula Ireland London Adoula Bean F. Lemass Congo

Cuban executions and CIA linked Cuban group report

The article notes the Castro regime announced executions including Madruga Alonso and Manuel Alvarez Pita with a 12 year term and cites claims by Castro opponents of additional executions. It recounts Paleo Nieto’s U S Army service, CIA training, and alleged reporting on Cuban ship movements and Soviet troop activity during the October 1962 crisis.

Madruga Alonso Manuel Alvarez Pita Fidel Castro Russia U.S

New Voice for Space Agency

Paul Haney, chief of the news division at NASA, is expected to replace Col. John Shorty Powers as the astronauts spokesman. NASA may hold a news conference to confirm the replacement of Powers, famed for the Mercury era broadcasts, with Haney declining comment.

Haney Federal Space Agency Col John Shorty) Powers America Space Administration NASA Powers

Alabama colleges integrate amid early 1960s unrest

Gunn was unavailable for comment as Florence State lists about 1600 students. The University of Alabama became racially integrated on August 12 with Vivian Malone and James Hood enrolled under federal troops, while a Black student attends the Huntsville branch.

University of Alabama Vivan Malone James Hood

Seaborg to Speak at Sigma Delta Chi Convention

Dr Glenn T. Seaborg, Nobel laureate and AEC chairman, will be featured at Sigma Delta Chi’s 1963 national convention to be held in Norfolk. The event runs November 6 to 9 and features several distinguished speakers.

Chicago UPI Glenn T. Seaborg The Atomic Energy Commission Sigma Delta Chis Norfolk

Cabbies Eye Possible Strike With Cautionary Past

Cabbies hope a strike voting night will avoid violent clashes seen in the 1961 cab war when taxis were overturned and drivers faced threats. The union plans no courtesy cab service this time and a full-scale stoppage may be short if companies can’t endure prolonged disruption.

Public Service Commission

Rail Dispute Tory Strife Raises Threat Of Nationwide Rail Strike

The ongoing rail dispute faces a potential nationwide strike if proposed collective bargaining terms are adopted. Unions reject recommendations and warn up to 30000 jobs could be lost. Senate Commerce Committee weighs Kennedy request to send the matter to the ICC as Wolfe reports on adjustments. Labor negotiators discuss firemen on diesels. no progress cited. Labor Secretary Wirtz mediates but offers no comment after talks.

Rails Senate Commerce Committee Kennedy Interstate Commerce Commission ICC Wolfe John C. Pastore D-Rt Wirtz

Street er arrested after car sale prompts license dispute

Carson City police arrest Street er after a car sold with California plates triggers a license plate removal charge. The case involves ABC Auto Sales, a $10,000 bond, and a hearing at Douglas County substation before Justice of the Peace Ellsworth C. Chappell. Street er fears for his new used car business as he faces mounting legal challenges.

Douglas County Justice of the Peace Ellsworth C. Chappell Nevada ABC California Berkeley Calif Roland P. Gallando The Lake Streeter Gingerl

Plumbing and Sewer Repairs by Fred Bakeman

Plumbing and sewer service offered with rooter work cleaning drains and cooler service. 24 hour emergency calls at 384-1414. Reasonable, efficient home repair provided by Fred Bakeman.

Fred Bakeman

LOST AND FOUND AND HELP WANTED NOTED IN classifieds

Mixed terrier lost near 5th Street Shell Bar reward 382-0017. Pekinese stray from 1025 Yucco St 384-4046. Missing from home Green ee Mole stormese reward 735-1844. Help wanted include shoe salesmen in Joseph Magnin Building and general cashier stock nursery man positions. Houses for sale advertise steal 125 per month with 600 down near schools. Restaurant business opportunity with night club casino trailer park. Apartments for rent include furnished units and all electric with utilities linens and dishes included.

Apartments Unfurnished Brand New Two Bedroom In College Area

Classified ad fills with multiple listings for apartments houses and misc items. Features a new two bedroom unfurnished unit near E College and Linn Lane with refrigerator drapes and carpets included or will furnish. Also lists rental rates and contact numbers among varied ads for houses furnished rooms mobile homes boats and more.

Nellis Pia Tully E. College and Linn Lane

Juvenile Spanking Sentence Echoes in Amarillo Court

In Amarillo Texas a 15 year old delinquent was sentenced by Corporation Court Judge Connally Lockhart to a spanking yesterday. The judge watched as the boy's father carried out the punishment in the courtroom under the judge's approving gaze.

Amarillo, Tex UPI Corporation Connally Lockhart

Kuwait oil output tops world rankings despite spread of profits

Kuwaiti wells yield about 600 million barrels annually making Kuwait the fourth largest producer. Revenue flows to Sheik Abdullash as Salim as Sabah at about 1.25 million dollars daily to fund coun ty development. Oregon beaches remain state owned and open as public highways after legislature defeat of recreation area plan.

Kuwait UPI Middle East Sheik Abdullash Salim Sabah Salem Ore Oregon

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