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Newspaper

Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1963

Page

2

Ward scandal links Aim of inquiry to high society

Revelations from court testimony show Miss Ricardo discussing Profumo and Ivanov with Lord Denning and hint at other high profile figures connected to Stephen Ward. Witness Miss Barrett recounts Ward’s hospitality and sexual encounters with older men, and Ward’s death followed a drug overdose.

March Stephen Ward Ricardo Lord Denming Treasury Office John Profumo Eugene Ivanov Christine Keeler Profume Ivanov Miss Barrett Lord Denning Osteo Stephen Ward

Where I Stand Continued A Curious Collection Of Local Anecdotes

A column shares odd letters and incidents from readers. A job seeker writes about a college degree yet works as a dresser for a casino. A mother commissions a charcoal portrait of her three year old, who politely endures the session and then wittily asks if he is growing up fast.

Elephant Joke Spreads Across the Nation in Gentle Fashion

A lighthearted trend circulates as people share a simple elephant joke about cars and traveling. The quip toys with numbers and direction, reflecting easy humor aimed at everyday life and shared connections.

Builders favor ceramic tile for durable home surfaces

A coast-to-coast survey of 1,500 home builders by AT&T finds eight percent expect to use more ceramic tile in the next two years, citing durability and easy maintenance as key factors. The Tile Council of America is cited in the report.

New York UPI In & T eCent Tile Council of America

Russian Klan on the Moon Program Forging Ahead

Moscow dispatch reports Russia plans to land men on the moon with extended orbital flights and future planetary reaches. Cosmonauts Gagarin Titov and colleagues are back in training as Soviet press notes mark the group flight's first anniversary and discuss near term space goals.

Moscow UPI Russia Yuri Gagarin Gherman Titov Moon Britain Bernard Lovell Jodrell Bank Radio Telescope Observatory United States Trod Maj Andrar Nikeaver Pavel Popowich Izvestia Valentina Tereshkova Earth Gagarin Titov Pravda

Poison Spoils Society Dinner

A mass feed poisoning disrupted a festival dinner at Santa Cruz as guests fell ill. One person was taken to hospital for treatment while several others received care, with authorities investigating the incident amid reports of multiple affected individuals.

Santa Cruz

Taft Warns Civil Rights Should Not Expand Federal Power

Rep. Robert A. Taft Jr. told the American Bar Association that civil rights must be prioritized but should not justify a major increase in federal power. He spoke at the ABA annual meeting, arguing civil rights cannot solely determine the future structure of the federal system.

Chicago UPI Robert A. Taft Jr American Bar Association ABA Senate AEA

Pilot Escapes Plane Crash Near Los Banos

Crop duster pilot Al Bettencourt of Delhi survived a crash near Los Banos California after a takeoff near a water truck blocking the runway. He escaped the burning wreckage uninjured and returned to work the next day in another aircraft.

Los Banos Calif UPI al Bettencourt Delhi Bettencourt

Teller Opposes Test Ban Treaty in Closed Senate Session

Dr Edward Teller testified that the treaty would have grave consequences for the United States from technical and military standpoints. Senate subcommittee chair John C. Stennis said Teller warned that ending atmospheric tests could impair missile defense. Senator Strom Thurmond praised Teller’s statement, noting it reveals dangers in the test ban pact. The transcript will be sent to the Pentagon for security review before public release.

Teller Subcommittee John C. Stennis D-Miss United States Stennis Sen Strom Thurmond DSC Thurmond Dr. Teller Pentagon

Tiger Dislikes Cigarettes In Danish Zoo Turmoil

In Aalborg Denmark a tourist was badly mauled after offering a cigarette to a tigress at a zoo. A keeper noted the animal is not peaceful and dislikes tobacco, explaining the incident after the attack.

Aalborg Denmark UPI

Police dog Sabre sported a gold tooth in Indianapolis

A police dog named Sabre in Indianapolis wore a gold tooth after losing his Fang and facing retirement. The canine, valued by the department, regained status with the help of a Gentist in a display of care for the dog’s welfare.

Indianapolis UPI Sabre

Delicate Kidney Transplant Planned in Denver Child

A young Anvona girl in Denver was scheduled for a delicate kidney transplant at Colorado General Hospital. A hospital spokesman said the unidentified girl would receive the kidney from her mother in the planned operation.

Denver UPI Anvona Eday Colorado

Construction Picketing Disrupts Nuclear Test Site Work

The article notes negotiations over a joint project agreement for underground weapons testing and the Nuclear Rocket Development Station. Plumbers had agreed to refrain during talks, but protesting workers last week patrolled the test site gate, crippling operations by trimming back more than 2,100 craftsmen and staff.

AEC Triminng

Hoffa ties in courtroom as Louis greets defendants

Federal charges target Stacher with income tax violations and possible underworld ties. Court scene included Joe Louis present as potential jurors, while Stacher faced deportation efforts and attempts to claim legitimate Las Vegas gambling interests. He has since relocated to Beverly Hills with a Rome-bound wife and investments in Palm Springs real estate.

Hoffa Joe Louis Louis Stacher Los Angeles Underworld Nevada Las Vegas Beverly Hills Rome Palm Springs Calif

Stan Musial World Series Hero and Hall of Fame Slugger

Stan Musial rose from pitcher to outfielder under Dickie Kerr guiding him in Daytona Beach. He starred for the St Louis Cardinals in 1942 World Series and helped win three more pennants and two more world titles, including a 1946 series win over the Boston Red Sox. Musial earned three MVP awards and 20 All-Star appearances with a peak 1948 season scoring 135 runs while batting .276 with 39 homers and 31 RBIs.

Cardinals Red Birds Boston Red Sox Musial Dickie Kerr Stan Daytona Beach Fila Kerr Chicago White Sox St. Louis Mos

Home Repairs and Sewer Roofing Drains Service Ad

Local ad offers complete home repairs including sewer and roofing work with 14 24 hour service. Fred Rake promotes van service and cooler maintenance with reasonable and efficient response.

Fred Rake van

Public Notice and Classified Fragments From Foster’s Shoes Ad

A fragmented public notice notes non responsibility for debts signed by Juanita Spares dated August 1. The blurred classifieds include wig sales and home improvement services with contact numbers and brief shop listings. The text also references downtown stores and office referrals for refrigeration models and free home demonstrations.

Offices For Lease In New East Sphere Building

Two offices available in a beautiful new building on East Sphere. Utilities and ample cafete area parking provided. Conference rooms available. Contact Federated Employees of Nevada for details. Monday through Friday hours at 382-196.

East Sphere Gepmice Federated Empoyers OF Nevada

Furnished 2 Bedroom Apts For Rent On W 13th St

Several classified ads list furnished 2 bedroom apartments for adults in a single building at 276 W 13th St with features described and rental offers. Additional entries show another 2 bedroom unit with separate storage and refrigeration, rent $155 to $175, contact numbers provided.

CL. Apts Boenorze Frontier Power Ken

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