Feds Issue Warning On Bug Probers In Nevada Probe
Federal officials warned bug probing agents they cannot testify about their activities even if subpoenaed by the Nevada Gaming Commission. U S. Attorney General Katz and federal authorities cited national security concerns delaying testimony in the Las Vegas skim case.
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Nevada Commission Probe Seeks FBI Subpoenas
The Nevada commission resumes hearings Friday into alleged casino skimming to fund underworld activity. FBI agents may be subpoenaed later this week, though the panel chair says no list is set. The case ties to Desert Inn and Stardust investors amid a government probe ordered by Gov. Grant Sawyer.
North Las Vegas leaders praised for community work and hospital rate hike
The piece highlights local figures like Father Sheehy and Beth Kemp while noting a SNMH decision to raise hospital wages and room rates. A 25 percent wage increase for about 700 employees takes effect November 1 to build a cash reserve, with room rates rising about 12 dollars from September 1.
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Francis X. Bushman Dies in California at 83
Hollywood notes Francis X. Bushman, classic silent film star and once billed as the King of the Movies, died at 83 in Pacific Palisades after a fall and heart complications. Autopsy cites ruptured heart region from arteriosclerotic changes. he had been active in Las Vegas entertainment circles and planned a Paramount western. He was married to Iva Millicent Richardson, seen at Caesars Palace opening, with a long career including 424 film roles.
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Weather Spotlight: Mostly Clear Skies and Warm Day
Mostly clear conditions with gentle winds and afternoon clouds. Today's high 105 Fahrenheit and low 73, noontime humidity around 15 percent. yesterday peaked at 103 with similar low temperature. Sunrise at 6 06, sunset at 7 20.
Noted boxing leader Deskin hospitalized after heart attack
WBA president Jim Deskin, 58, of Las Vegas, was hospitalized in Panama City after a heart attack suffered Monday. He remains in intensive care at Hospital General del Seguro Social with doctors uncertain of the cause for 24 hours. Deskin collapsed after delivering the opening address at the WBA 47th annual convention. his wife Ruthe and physicians attended him.
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SUN Ad Clinic Tonight at Valley High School
The second annual Las Vegas SUN Advertising Clinic and Workshop will be held tonight in the Valley High School cafeteria. More than 225 Clark County retailers are expected to attend with a 6:30 p.m. buffet. John McClean of J C Penney and George McKenzie of Nevada Power Co headline talks followed by workshops and films by Ruth Forsythe and John Damron. The event marks the first of two sessions, with a second gathering planned next week.
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Guerrilla Attack Sinks U.S. Ship Near Saigon
Viet Cong guerrillas sank the Baton Rouge Victory, an 8,500 ton Military Sea Transport Service ship with 1,849 tons of war supplies, killing seven American seamen and wounding one. The vessel rested on a mudbank on the Tao River 22 miles southeast of Saigon as traffic resumed on the vital river route.
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