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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1968
Page
3
Democratic candidate Paul Price called for extensive county government reforms to save taxpayers money. He listed four target areas including purchasing, civil service, consolidation, and poverty programs, arguing for competitive bidding, equal pay, area-wide services, and job training to reduce waste and taxes.
A low to intermediate yield nuclear device exploded at the Atomic Energy Commission Nevada Test Site yesterday afternoon. Residents in Las Vegas reported feeling the earth tremble though the blast was more than 60 miles distant.
The Nevada Gaming Commission granted a pre license to the International Hotel project on the Las Vegas Strip. Financed mainly by Kirk Kerkorian, the $49 million casino plans 1,900 slots 35 games and 19 tables with a July opening. Conditions include full loan and stock transfer disclosures. Other actions included denying Richard Hubert’s investment for 33 slots at the Oak Room Reno and approving stock stakes for Carousel Club reopenings and Silver Slipper staffing.
Clark County designated the Economic Opportunity Board as administrator of a $4 million anti poverty program after months of dispute. The county commissioners abandoned plans to take over control, redesignating EOB when the regional OEO advised a practical approach. EOB expanded its membership to include the five commissioners and more representatives of the poor and business community.
James Bradley defends collection agencies amid bankruptcy scrutiny. He attacks Paul Price while alleging misdeeds by rivals and questions bankrupt candidates for county office. Bradley cites Allied Credit Bureau and Nevada regulatory oversight to justify his stance.
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