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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1963
Page
4
In Chicago Heights Illinois United Auto Workers walked out over health and safety concerns marking the second wildcat strike since May at the Ford Stampings plant. Ford announced 109000 nationwide layoffs due to stampings shortages with more cuts possible.
London police say recovered notes and woods searches indicate loot from the train robbery may be buried or hidden in many places. Detectives warn the public to report clues and freshly dug holes as authorities press a nationwide treasure hunt.
More than 35 teachers at Hue University signed a joint resignation letter after the government's dismissal of Roman Catholic Rector Cam Van Luan. The open letter accused officials of religious bias and voiced concern over student crisis reports amid the Buddhist protests.
A six member biracial board led by Colgate Darden plans a Sept. 16 start for a privately funded free integrated school in Prince Edward County Virginia. About 1800 pupils are expected with 945 teachers joining. initial funds include a $2000 gift from the National Education Association.
Clark County schools served 428273 meals in 1962 63, four times that of a typical housewife. The program employed 104 adults and 279 students, with meal costs falling 60 cents for students and 40 cents for adults. Prices rose to prevent further loss, with grades 1 3 at 30 cents and grades 4 12 plus adults at 35 cents.
A theatrical attack by “Indians” disrupted the Food Services Executives Association meeting at the Tropicana Hotel. The chase touched 1 000 regional conventioneers and families as leaders debated the 1968 site in Tulsa amid rival bets from Alaska Chieftains Gene Atwood Roy Saunders and others. The incident injected a playful tone into the business and policy discussions led by international FSEA president Max Lerger who praised local planning and looked forward to future events.
West Berlin police imposed strict security measures under American orders to avert disorder on the anniversary of Peter Fechter's death. Officials barred large processions to the Fechter cross near Checkpoint Charlie, diverting buses and closing nearby subway exits, with residents allowed through police lines after 5 pm.
The Las Vegas quadrangle map based on 1952 survey is stale and new maps are desired. The area needs seven and one half minute quads and letters to Senators and the Congressman may help secure coverage.
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