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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1966
Page
13
Las Vegas notes show Grant Sawyer emerging as a solid favorite in the gubernatorial contest as bettors on the Strip wagered heavily. A local campaign misstep at a rally affected votes, while prior wagering tilted toward Sawyer with $19,200 against $16,000, signaling strong bookmaker confidence.
A casino escrow bet unfolds with the narrator wagering $25 against a rival as political talk centers on Laxalt and Democratic voter rolls. The exchange hints at a larger strategic setup amid wagers and regional travel plans to Barstow.
The speaker praises Don Drysdale as the key to a Dodgers pennant run. He bets against San Francisco and Pittsburgh, arguing Marichal and Perry can’t carry their teams. He forecasts Drysdale’s dominance and a Dodgers surge to the NL title.
The case into Ralph Alsup’s shotgun killing may advance this month as a prime suspect nears exposure. A potential deal hinges on a key informant willing to testify, bringing a possible breakthrough closer than expected.
The report notes gamblers thriving as dealers who survived the first week earn about 70 to 85 dollars per shift. The piece reflects on high takings from the money trickle and the hope to stay on a gold standard amid favorable conditions.
The city’s Flamingo property rumors persist though sources deny any imminent deal. Meanwhile the Las Vegas Strip faces weak business with openings broadening to vacationing families as police missteps spark questions on justice and enforcement.
Clark County independent motels, led by Las Vegas Motel Association president Henry Bridgman, face a flood of discount chain promotions. Owners warn five small motels teetered on bankruptcy, with many reporting occupancies well below previous highs as chains lure customers with $5 room deals and freebies. Bridgman cites failed attempts to curb giveaways and notes increased brokered listings by travel agents, while lamenting erosion of Las Vegas hospitality that built the city.
The Clark County Liquor and Gaming Licensing Board approved licenses for Aladdin Hotel and Bali Hai Delicatessen among others, with various stockholder interests and license types. Also considered were first readings for 7-Eleven managers and Caesars Palace stockholders, plus temporary tavern licensing for Goodsprings Hotel Bar.
The Clark County Planning Commission approved ten applications and denied two this week, with four more zoning changes held in abeyance. Approvals include shopping center construction at Maryland Parkway Tropicana, a free standing sign for Topper Motel, a concrete batch plant reclassification, and several reclassifications to support commercial and industrial development. denials cover trellised and standing signs, while holds involve various residential and land-use petitions and time-extension requests.
Boxer Charles Edward Skinner also known as Charles Lee Cole faces a murder charge after a Grand Jury indictment. He is to appear in District Court before District Judge Clarence Sundean for arraignment and plea. The case stems from the April 29 shooting of Roosevelt Wright outside a liquor store at H Street and West Lake Mead Boulevard.
The Las Vegas Post Office asks bulk mailers to notify in advance for 10 000 or more pieces and observes a postal holiday on Monday September 5. Four Queens opens 115 rooms today as first phase of a 4 phase project with 325 more rooms due in 24 months. Vangie Casillas tours for Bonanza Airlines traveling to promote the region on a 10800 mile round trip with a Sydney exchange. California Pacific Utilities seeks PSC approval to extend gas service near Henderson with protests due by August 26. Stardust Gun and Coin Show runs Saturday 9 00 am 9 00 pm and Sunday 9 00 am 6 00 pm at Stardust Convention Center with display tables 7 00 am to noon Saturday.
The National Association of Home Builders schedules a board meeting at the Dunes Hotel from August 14 to 19 with an estimated 2 000 attendees.
A six day session in the Clark County School Administration Building will discuss public school finance and related Nevada education issues. Invitations have been sent to 115 senators and assemblymen. Sessions run 4 to 5 p.m. on August 23, 24, 26, 29, 31 with rooms in business services or board.
A Clark County Fair and Recreation Board meeting failed to reach a quorum to award a $400,000 advertising contract portion of a $2 million annual budget. The delay echoes ongoing governance struggles as officials await the promised contract announcements and public scrutiny intensifies.
A Francisco Square barber named Woody faces six tough years after a mistaken identity mix up. The piece notes a recent wedding of Luci Bird to Pat and describes Woody often passing as the twin brother of LBJ, a recurring coincidence that shapes his days.
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