Nevada highway report draws partisan rebuttals in Carson City
In Carson City the State Highway Department report sparked opposing reactions from Gov. Grant Sawyer and Lt. Gov. Paul Laxalt. Sawyer said the panel exonerated highway workers and called for deficien ces to be fixed. Laxalt faulted the board and urged accountability at the top, while praising the committee for its efforts despite limited power. Newly named State Highway Engineer John Bawden pledged immediate fixes and defended former chief Otis Wright.
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UPI
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Tee
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Ted Stokes
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Nesses
John Bawden
Otis Wright
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Wright
Otis
Nevada Wins War on Crime With Two-Year Drop
Governor Grant Sawyer announced Nevada reduced its crime rate for two straight years, down 14 per cent in 1965 from 1964, to 2,395.7 per 100,000 residents, one of only two states to decline consecutively. Clark County led major metros with nearly a 30 per cent drop. Reno-Sparks was not included.
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Bartenders in Las Vegas Quietly Discuss Split from Culinary Union
An anonymous source claims local bartenders in Las Vegas are unhappy with union ties and are considering forming a separate group. The SUN dial notes the tip and questions whether high-profile contact, including Jimmy Hoffa, is involved, but has no confirmation.
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Troubled Waters for Southern Nevada Water Project
The initial appropriation for the essential water project cleared the Senate but faces House obstacles before session end. Viet Nam war and the absence of Walter Baring keep progress uncertain, with hope resting on Senators Cannon and Bible to salvage Nevada’s funding.
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Las Vegas Young Democrats Banquet Draws Utah Leaders
Berkeley Bunker hosted a reception for LDS leaders Sons Cannon and Frank Moss of Utah at the Las Vegas Young Democrat banquet. Ralph Denton, from a pioneer Nevada family, attended as an unofficial guest of honor.
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Ralph Denton
Nevada
Muscle Politics Strain Sibling Campaigns in Two Races
Opposition grows as a district attorney candidate uses strong muscle to win support. The tactic threatens his brother running in a separate race, creating potential friction between the campaigns and parties.
Crowded Vegas Fight Cards Split Weekly Schedule
Las Vegas hosts two weekly fight cards, at the Slipper on Mondays and the Fremont on Tuesdays. The piece argues larger cities avoid dual cards as they fail with the public, who suffer from mismatched bouts.
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Ours
David and Goliath: Local Candidate Faces Criticism
Former officer Joe a Voie campaigns against Commissioner James Ryan amid rumors of alliances with Grand Jury chairman Charlie Bell, a claim critics call improper and misleading.
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Rumors Stir Over Budget for Fair Ard and Las Vegas News Bureau
The item questions whether the Fair ard will cut its $30,000 annual budget or the Las Vegas News Bureau. It suggests a brief visit to the bureau could reveal the work they perform and proposes doubling the budget instead.
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Strip hotels study Invention Center operation
A Vegas study group closely reviews the Invention Center with plans for strong recommendations upon completion. Johnny Carson will appear at the Sands during his annual Las Vegas trek. Donna Palm becomes public relations and advertising director at the Paradise Spa on the old LA highway.
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Clark County cab ordinance faces review after court ruling
Judge John Sexton upheld the Clark County cab ordinance while suggesting fees may be reviewed. Teamsters Local 881 and Cab Drivers Association sought injunctions arguing permit and fee provisions were excessive. The decision notes possible appeals, potential Board review, and PSC action to examine the ordinance. County officials consider reducing fees and await court guidance before any changes.
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al Becker
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George Rudiak
John Porter
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PSC
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Government Delays Reply in Wiretap Suit
Federal answer to a 3.9 million wiretap lawsuit by Edward Levinson and the Fremont Hotel was delayed again. Judge John Mowbray noted a private stipulation to extend to September 15, with affidavits from FBI agents to follow. Central Telephone Co. and Henderson Novelty Co. named. Levinson accuses covert listening devices at the Fremont.
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John Mowbray
Levinson
FBI
Mowbray
Nevada
Central Telephone Company
Henderson Novelty Co
City Council Opposes HUD Satellite Community Plan
City commissioners plan a Wednesday resolution opposing HUD provisions for satellite communities and federal mortgage insurance favors to noncentral areas. The measure targets urban sprawl, tax-base loss, and regional planning delays, urging Nevada lawmakers to oppose the act’s special assistance provisions. John J. Gunther of the U.S. Conference of Mayors backs removal of the problematic provision and asks officials to lobby Congress.
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John J. Gunther
U.S. Conference of Mayors
Caesars Shrine Opens On Las Vegas Strip With Grand Party
Caesars Palace debuts as a $25 million resort on the Las Vegas Strip after financing hurdles. Nate Jacobson leads the project with Jay Sarno as executive director, amid a lavish opening planned for 1,800 guests and a $1 million party.
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Panel Tonight on KLAS TV Discusses Police Brutality
A special panel on KLAS TV Channel 8 will air at 10 PM to examine police brutality with film clips from Harlem and Watts race riots. Civic representatives will share views on riot problems during the hour long program.
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Nevada Equities moves staff to new office building
Nevada Equities, Inc. shifts administrative staff into a Desert Inn Road office costing about half a million dollars and plans to start construction on a country club building in September. The 25 employed staff will work in bookkeeping administrative research and marketing as transfers from New York proceed.
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Country Club
Norman B. Jensen
New York
Swimming Party Planned by Southern Nevada Personnel Assoc
The 75 member Southern Nevada Personnel Association will host its annual summer swimming party and barbecue at 7 p.m. Saturday at Fleur de Lis Apartments on Maryland Parkway. Members are personnel officials from municipal, county, commercial, and industrial firms.
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