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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1962
Page
1
A Las Vegas column extols artists with independence from wires and machines. The piece praises Russ Cantor and Ely Miller performing acoustically, contrasting with automated lounge setups and questioning how officials remain free from influence. It ends noting continued discussion on page 2.
Elizabeth Ann Ma Duncan, 58, arrived at San Quentin amid renewed court reversals that nearly led to a triple execution for the hired killing of her son's pregnant wife Olga Duncan, 30. She remained confident the date would not be her last, while officials noted her last meal request of steak and salad.
SUN publisher Hank Greenspun spoke to Elko area Republicans asserting Governor Grant Sawyer misuses public funds and travels expensively. Greenspun, a Republican candidate for governor, urged Sawyer’s removal and said he would oppose him in the upcoming race, promising to aid a political broom to sweep him out of office.
Las Vegas expects large conventions this autumn swelling the tourist population. Clark County officials say about 63 000 attendees are forecast over four months. Ford dealers plan a 2 day convention August 26 at the center with 5 000 attendees and 1 000 from auto accessories dealers. International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Engineers meet September 18 followed by 8 000 Air Force Association convention on the 19th. The Air Force show aims to draw many spectators with missiles on display.
Nevada gambling control board meets to consider 13 non restricted licenses including Abe Samuels for 3.2 percent in Tropicana Las Vegas for 180000. Applications from Wiener for 10 percent of Nevada Club, Gilbertis for Rustic Inn, Boris for New Frontier stake, Levy for Santa Anita Sports Book, Tepiis for Nevada Race and Sports Book, and Remolus Bergen venture to form Silver State Racing Association.
Marilyn Monroe’s funeral plans proceed privately after her death by barbiturate overdose. former husband Joe DiMaggio, Bernice Miracle, and Inez Melson appeal for a quiet farewell. They emphasize privacy to keep the service from becoming a circus and ask attendees to respect her wish for quiet final rites.
US officials say Keno played in Nevada under strict federal statutes is not subject to the excise gambling tax. Senator Alan Bible asked for clarity and a conference will allow industry reps and the Nevada Gaming Board to present views in Washington.
Donald Houston 22 of 3045 Cedar is hospitalized in serious condition after a knife attack at Paradise Valley and Desert Inn Roads as he tried to drive to the hospital. Deputies seek his wife Maureen while investigating the motive and circumstances of the stabbing. Houston is an assistant chef at the Village Inn Pancake House. Police continue to search for details as crowds gather near the Convention Center.
James Meador escaped from an Arizona jail and is charged with kidnapping and rape across two states. He was arraigned at Clark County Jail before US Commissioner Angus Blad, bail set at $100,000 after waiving counsel. Two accomplices, Larry McDaniel and William Byrne, were arraigned in Salt Lake City with bail at $50,000 each.
Former auto maker George Romney moved into a commanding lead over incumbent Gov. John B Swainson in the Michigan Republican primary. With 1,166 of 5,198 precincts reporting Romney had 86,647 votes to Swainson's 65,008. Voters could not cross party lines in the primary.
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