06 Dec 1969
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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1969
Page
1
Hank Greenspun writes a tribute honoring Bob Baskin highlighting Baskin's influence and contributions in journalism and the community. The piece reflects on Baskin's integrity, dedication, and lasting impact on reporting.
A tribute lauds Bob Baskin for restoring faith in democracy in Southern Nevada. He’s described as a selfless, independent figure who upholds truth and integrity, contrasting with corrupt tendencies in local politics while noting some colleagues’ flaws.
More than 500 community leaders heard Clark County high school students declare an adult dilemma, with 14 finalists summarizing earlier discussions to be aired on KLAS TV. Other finalists included Mary Donaldson, Bart Jones, Don Smith, Tina Leon, Denise Brothers and Dan Evans.
The Senate approved a 15 percent rise in monthly Social Security payments and nearly doubled the minimum benefits. The plan would add 6.2 billion dollars annually for about 25 million retired Americans, despite Nixon Administration concerns about inflation. The chamber also allowed parents to deduct 357 dollars a year for a child’s college expenses and blocked a tax reform provision on foundations.
A private twin engined craft carrying eight men and three women from Las Vegas exploded and crashed into a snowy field near the Sandia Mountains killing all 11 aboard. Witnesses said the plane was flying low when it exploded and bodies were scattered. Carroll Thompson of Dalhart, Texas piloted the Panhandle Aviation Co. plane en route from Las Vegas to Dalhart. Eyeglasses and two burned twenty dollar bills were recovered from the scene. Police said many victims were unrecognizable and severely damaged.
EG&G employees at the Nevada Test Site missed payroll this week when about $55,000 in checks picked up by a Las Vegas messenger failed to reach the site on Thursday morning. A stop order was issued, the checks reissued by computer, and delivered before the shift ended five to six hours late. The messenger was located near day’s end, was unavailable, and has been discharged.
A lone robber at Circus Circus seized more than 4775 dollars from a 23 year old cashier using a demand note and a simulated weapon. He fled the casino as 30 deputies and 15 guards secured entrances but did not capture a suspect. It was the first successful casino robbery in 1969.
Susan Atkins 21 testified for two hours in a secret grand jury hearing about the Sharon Tate slayings and the Manson Family. She claimed Manson ordered the killings and said she felt dead after telling her story. The hearing included plans to call Terry Melcher and Winifred Chapman among others as witnesses.
Weather report notes a cool day with northerly winds from 10 to 26 mph. Today's high 58 and low 32, compared with yesterday's 57 and 40. Sunrise is 6 37 and sunset 4 26. A year ago today records show 58 and 27.
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