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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1965
Page
12
Southern Nevada’s only home owned daily announces subscription and single copy prices. The notice lists 10 cent daily copies and 20 cent Sundays, with carrier delivery at 2.00 per month and mail rates for one, three, six, and twelve month periods.
The U S Senate rejected Dirksen amendments allowing states to decide their own legislative makeup amid a backdrop of challenges to the one man one vote ruling. Nevada’s plan and a Las Vegas civil suit loom, with federal court orders likely to reapportion, while debates tie civil rights to state versus federal control.
A frustrated spouse questions why her husband attends many conventions and suspects a dull, work-packed schedule. She dismisses journalistic integrity remarks and doubts the value of the trips, while partners warn she would hate the experience.
Washington reports the House Appropriations Committee faces a fierce split over President Johnsons 3.3 billion foreign aid budget. Passman, long a foe of large scale aid, now leans toward cuts as allies line up support including Hansen Cohelan and Jones. Debate centers on Senate amendments and a goal to trim spending by at least 500 million amid a broader stalemate on aid policy.
A Chesapeake & Ohio Canal barge excursion tale leads to a telephone-number mix up after a magazine misprinted an old contact. Commercial Associates receives calls for charging, mule rides, and tours, prompting apologies but no correction until two months later.
A Seaside Oregon reader recalls a string of teen pranks including toilet papered yards and cars covered with flour or soap powder. He argues lack of discipline in schools and parenting fuels mischief, urging guidance over punishment to curb destructive behavior.
Almanac entries note 223rd day of 1985 with events including the first SOS in 1909 off Cape Hatteras, 1995 anti German Jewish protest, and 1962 Soviet astronaut Valentina Tereshkova era equivalents. Also mentions songwriter Carre Bond birth and quotes John Stringer on crushed ideals.
A series of reader opinions on Las Vegas hospitality. Villa Vegas Motel owner calls for equal treatment of tourists and residents on the Strip. Local residents praise Las Vegas for friendliness, casual atmosphere, and a welcoming vibe compared with other cities.
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