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Newspaper

Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1968

Page

2

Muskie Seeks Vp Role If He Wins Nomination

Edmund S. Muskie outlined a vice presidency in which he would speak his mind and potentially oppose Humphrey's policies if needed. He and wife Jane planned a trip with the Humphreys to Minnesota for friendly discussions while returning to their Maine home later.

Muskie Chicago UPI Edmund S. Muskie Hubert H. Humphrey Jane Seacoast Maine Humpbreys Minnesota Waverly Today Show NBC Humphrey Johnson Vietnam America North Vietnam Paris Hanoi South Vitnam Senate Julian Bond Georgia Bond Muskies Kennebunk Beach

Czechs Lose 10 Million a Day in Invasion Costs

Vienna reports the Soviet occupation of Czechoslovakia costs the country about 10 million dollars daily in economic damage. Export activity depressed, tourism crippled, and the economy described as near bankruptcy due to postwar policies and reforms aimed at decentralizing planning and liberalizing management.

Vienna UPI Czechoslovakia Ja. Mi Dubcek Soviet Union

Astronauts Test Escape Wire At Cape Kennedy

Four safety officers and an astronaut slid down a 1200 foot slide wire from the Apollo 7 gantry to simulate an emergency escape from the 220 foot level of the rocket service tower. They rode at ten second intervals after five dummies preceded them. Charles Billings called it a pleasant ride and praised the system.

Cape Kennedy API Charles Billings Elmer Brooks Ronald Evans John Schrefer Everett Crouse

Prince Harald and Sonja sail on honeymoon voyage

Crown Prince Harald and his bride Sonja left Oslo harbor aboard the royal yacht Norge for a honeymoon voyage. No destination was announced though reports mentioned a Mediterranean cruise. The couple wed Thursday in Oslo cathedral.

Oslo Norway UPI Harald Sonja Norge

Suspected Kidnapper Faces Boy's Mother

In Angeles a man accused of snatching 4 year old Stanley Stafford Jr. told the boy’s mother you’ve got a nice little boy. The child, bruised and frightened, was treated at Morningside Hospital after a high speed chase ended in a car crash. He and the suspect were taken there, where the boy sobbed for his mother.

Angeles UPI Stanley Stafford Jr FBI Morningside Hospital Robert Lee Dacy Joanne Stalford

Guatemala Jails Mein Killing Suspects

Guatemala City police say many suspects are under arrest in the assassination of U S Ambassador John Gordon Mein. Eleven men allegedly took part, used two taxis at gunpoint, and eyewitnesses described the killers as authorities tightened control with a 30 day state of siege while FAR claimed credit for the slaying.

Guatemala City UPID U.S John Gordon Mein Victor Gamboa Mein Guatemala Castro-Communist Armed Evolutionary Forces FAR

Start Up New Reactor at Idaho Site

The 42nd reactor operated at the national reactor testing station since 1949 started up this week. Manager W L Ginkel of the AEC said the reactor, a small pulsed unit, will supply bursts of fast neutrons and gamma radiation to test detectors for reactor control and to study heat transfer and radiation effects in fuels and materials.

Idaho Falls UPI Atomic Energy Commission W. L. Ginkel AEC Idaho Nevada

North Korea Intensifies Attacks Across Truce Line

South Korean counterintelligence chief Lt. Gen. Yu Kun chang warned of heightened infiltration across the 17th parallel as North Korea seeks to sow unrest. South Korean patrols killed seven intruders in two clashes in the central truce area on Thursday.

Seoul South Korea UPI 17Th Parallel Armistice Line North Korea Yu Kun-chang

Vegan Recovers From Gun Wound

William M. Ruggiere, 35, of 1324 Bernard, is recovering at Southern Memorial Hospital from a stomach gunshot wound sustained in a personal safety incident at his home on Wednesday. He was found unconscious by police after a call from his estranged wife.

William M. Ruggiere Bernard Southern Memorial Hospital Ruggiere

Where I Stand Where I Stand Continued From Page 1

The piece argues for public forums where councilmen speak as ordinary residents not officials. Such exchanges would inform citizens and reveal public concerns while guiding officials toward sound actions. It cautions against apathetic leaders and praises open debate to curb political theatrics.

Vegas Visitor Dies At Age 67

Edward S. Coyle, 67, of Pittsburgh, died at home Tuesday of an apparent heart attack. He built many Las Vegas friendships during summer visits with brother and sister in law Addis and Peggy Coyle. Survived by two married daughters one married son and sister Ida Wells of Dover New Jersey. Funeral services planned in Pittsburgh.

Edward S. Coyle Pittsburgh Las Vegas Coyle Ida Wells Dover, N. J

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