Velvet chain is broken in their escape to freedom
Nora Kovach and Istvan Rabovsky, once stalwarts of Eastern European ballet, defected from East Berlin in 1953 and rebuilt their careers in the United States. Now performers at Caesars Palace, they recount a life of pressure, risk, and triumph as they tour and prepare TV appearances.
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Ullom accuses opponent of betraying civil rights support
In Carson City UPI, Democratic congressional candidate George Ullom charges Ralph Denton with betraying Negroes and labor by opposing repeal of Taft Hartley Act provision 4B and voting against the 1966 Civil Rights Act. Denton denies the claim and cites Walter Baring’s influence. The AFL-CIO convention previously endorsed Denton in Las Vegas.
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Travel Agents to Visit Las Vegas for Fall Familiarization
Gov. Grant Sawyer announced 260 travel agents and writers from Europe and the Mediterranean will tour Las Vegas November 16 to 21 as part of a two week U S Education and Familiarization effort. The visit aims to boost Clark County tourism with support from the Nevada Department of Economic Development and the U S Department of Commerce.
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Lake Tahoe Jaycees Meet Sparks Statewide Gathering
Ten Las Vegas Jaycees led by local President Al Levy traveled to Lake Tahoe for a Nevada State Jaycee summer board meeting. The group camped at Nevada Beach facilities and held outside meetings with a get acquainted party. Early Saturday breakfast featured pancakes and ham cooked by the Carson City Jaycees.
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Apartment Management Training Course announced by Ray Kalani
Ray Kalani, a former Texas apartment manager, announces a two session per week for ten weeks management training course plus a full day swimming pool course. Enrollment contact 148 Ida or call 735-0876.
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Training Program for Aides At Temple Beth Sholom Preschool
Robert Trimble chairman of Operation Independence announced a cooperative training program for teacher aides and Neighborhood Youth Corps workers in the Head Start program. The program will start this fall at the temple preschool, one of Nevada’s most highly regarded schools.
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Burglary at Weaver Drive Home Yields Gem Loss
Charles Holloman found his 1021 Weaver Dr residence ransacked with $2,150 in jewelry missing. Police said the front door was left open with a picked lock. Two 18 karat diamond rings valued at $1,000 each and a $150 wristwatch were reported missing from a dresser in his bedroom.
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Plenty of Rooms for Labor Day in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce survey shows ample motel rooms for Labor Day visitors. Spokesman notes visitors arriving by plane train bus or car will find many accommodations plus a wide array of entertainment. Clark County Fair & Recreation Board advertising informs Labor Day celebrants of room availability with local resort industry cooperation.
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Las Vegas
Traffic Police Win Top Safety Honors
North Las Vegas police traffic division earns state and national praise for its voluntary vehicle safety check program. The award from the National Board of Judges in Washington, D C, honors the program amid thousands of participating communities. Chair Gene Rounsavill led the effort with help from the Optimist Club under Glen Giles, Dallas Spitz from the state motor vehicle department also commending the program.
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Lou Spitz
State Motor Vehicle Department
Requiem for Red Armstrong A Dedicated Democratic Loyalist
The obituary honors Red Armstrong a longtime Democratic organizer who supported candidates with full dedication. After a heart failure ended his life soon into a campaign bid for the state senate his friends paused internal battles to pay respects. A long motorcade and sincere tears marked the farewell reflecting his character.
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Red Armstrong
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End of Quorum Club Ties to Landmark Tower Start
The Quorum Club a long time neutral meeting place for local and visiting politicians will close due to delayed Landmark Tower construction. A wake event is planned with plans described as highly liquid.
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Bill McGarry
Quorum
Lunch Break at Quorum and Four Queens Salons
Politicos meet in the evenings at the Quorum while lunching at the Four Queens. The seating patterns reveal alliances as analysts note who sits with whom and how deals may be forming.
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Suspicion Arises Over Candidate’s Torn Signs Campaign
A portly candidate claims foul play over torn signs while gaining free publicity. Another candidate caused a stir by using a Nevada Test Site visit for media attention, violating an agreement not to use tours for publicity and drawing sharp public reaction.
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Nevada
John Foley Seen Winning Clark County Vote Block
Prediction notes Foley likely to win in Clark County with strong backing from multiple Clark precincts. Analysts expect a solid block of support across several areas, signaling a decisive outcome in the local election.
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John Foley
Clark County
Advertising contract delay sparks amid fair board woes
Local Clark County fair board stalls on renewing a $200,000 ad contract as three agencies compete. Critics fault missed ad bids and tactics, suggesting improper process and political fundraising during a busy election season.
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Fair Board
Jim Brennan Hosts Birthday Party At Quorum Club
Jim Brennan not contesting this year rests after two hard years as JP. The Quorum Club party drew scores of candidates who mingled and exchanged notes, a successful evening for all involved.
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Jim Brennan
Quorum Club
It Had to Happen Trading Stamps Report
A brief note reflects on a social change as a young woman shifts to giving trading stamps as part of routine exchanges. The remark emphasizes inevitability and participation in a changing economy.
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