Land scams in Las Vegas raise questions on public insiders
A Las Vegas report details huge profits from desert land sales by city officials and insiders. Public Works Director Richard Sauer and others allegedly used nonpublic information to reap returns, including a $115000 gain on a $28000 investment, harming the Las Vegas Valley Water District and shaping Rainbow Freeway plans.
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Kids Cuffed To Pole At Desert Camp Investigation
A double barrell investigation is under way into reports that three youths from the Spring Mountain Youth Camp near Las Vegas were handcuffed and kept overnight around a flagpole. Deputy Dist Atty John Porter and Peter Updyke confirm probe for Judge David Zenoff who helped establish the camp.
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Garland Sister in Critical Condition After Suspected Overdose
Sue Garland, 48, sister of Judy Garland, remained in critical condition at Sunrise Hospital after being found unconscious in a Strip hotel room. Deputies said she was rushed to hospital Monday following the incident. Judy Garland flew from Los Angeles after learning of the condition and returned home Tuesday night.
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Pope Paul VI Plans Historic Pilgrimage to Holy Land
Vatican City reports Pope Paul VI will undertake a pilgrimage to the Holy Land next month becoming the first Roman Catholic Pontiff to visit the birthplace of Christianity.
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Terror Attack and Diplomat’s Home Damaged in Caracas
In Caracas terrorists fired on the British Ambassador Sir Douglas L Bush residence causing minor damage and no injuries. The assault followed Trinidad’s return of hijackers to Venezuela and comes amid regional tensions with Venezuela and guerrilla activity in Falcon State. The report also notes a major army victory over Communist guerrillas with 21 rebels killed at a Hueque Mountains camp.
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Arsenal Boys Found By Police
North Las Vegas police recovered six rifles and about 1000 rounds from two 16 year old youths after an anonymous tip linked them to a string of thefts. The pair admitted stealing from the Surplus Center and three cars, with one boy on probation and both chronically truant from junior high schools.
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LV Suffers Knockout In Talks
Las Vegas appears to have suffered a knockout blow in negotiations to stage the Sonny Liston Cassius Clay title fight as Intercontinental Promotions breaks down deals with local backers and two Strip hotels decline a 599000 offer. Nilon flies to Miami Beach to evaluate Bill McDonald’s 625000 bid while a high 95000 rent for the Las Vegas Convention Center looms. Liston prefers Las Vegas but promoters doubt a bigger live gate than Miami Beach.
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Big Lawsuit Settled Out of Court
A $500000 damage suit filed by Richard Schlappert on behalf of his nine year old daughter Cindy Schlappert against three defendants including a renowned juggler was settled out of court for $62500. The Las Vegas girl suffered first second and third degree burns July 7 1961 when neighbor children discarded a can of lighted gasoline.
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Recluse Freed Over Slaying 44 Years Ago
Rev Goldie Crawford, 68, released from Clark County jail after California authorities declined to prosecute due to lack of evidence. He had confessed to a 1919 stabbing near Modesto during a drunken brawl, but insisted he will return to Moapa and live on social security.
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Weather Snapshot With Mild Winds and Mild Temperatures
Weather update notes clear conditions with gentle winds. Today's high reaches 60 and low 32 while yesterday's was 69 over 33. Noontime humidity at 22 percent with sunrise at 6 36 am and sunset 4 26 pm.
Western European Union rejects mixed crew nuclear force plan
In a surprising vote the WEU assembly rejected a U S proposal for an allied nuclear surface fleet with mixed crews. British Labour deputy George Brown led amendments to block endorsement while German officials defended Polaris backed by several European conservatives. Brown argued the plan would misdirect the alliance, though Schroeder reiterated support for the initiative.
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Salinger Won't Run For House
President Press Secretary Pierre Salinger announced he will not seek the California congressional seat. He noted he is a legal resident of Virginia and cannot run in the forthcoming special election despite suggestions from supporters.
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Fire Breathing Trick Sparks Goatee Mishap
William L. McVey of Sunnyvale lost his goatee during a bar stunt in San Jose. He sprayed lighter fluid from his mouth and ignited it with a lighter, causing first and second degree burns. He was treated at a city first aid station and plans to use a funnel next time.
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