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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1963
Page
1
Hank Greenspun argues the 1964 Republican field lacks future prospects and warns against clinging to old ideals. He contrasts Nelson Rockefeller and Barry Goldwater, urges progress and visionary leadership, and questions internal party divisions as a threat to the GOP’s survival.
A Pan American Boeing 707 designated Flight 214 crashed in a thunderstorm near Baltimore on a San Juan to Philadelphia leg with a Baltimore stop. Witnesses reported lightning, but the crew’s final radio message calmly stated they were out of control and going down in flames. The crash killed all 81 aboard and investigators began scrutinizing wreckage and recordings.
Citywide closures hit roughly 850 eating places as the Restaurant League and union clash. An arbitration board decision prompted a restrained response from league spokesmen while fears of permanent closures grow amid demands and potential impacts on individuals and businesses.
Deputies in California and Nevada questioned two young fugitives Joseph J. Sorce and Thomas Keating after an abduction of Frank Sinatra Jr. They were later picked up near Strawberry Lodge while investigators sought Sinatra's whereabouts. The case followed a snowbound escape from a California prison and prior crimes.
NFL rejects AFL proposal for a playoff tilt. The dispute centers on postseason format changes discussed between leagues with no agreement reached.
Sally Clarelli, 23, was found shot in the chest in her Karen Court apartment. Sheriff's Capt. William O'Reilly said Monday the death appears to be death by own action based on detectives' investigation.
Nevada Gaming Control Board chairman Edward A. Olsen defended the Black Book as necessary to revoke gambling licenses. He warned authorities will revoke permits if listed undesirables try to play at Nevada tables. The commission recently stripped Frank Sinatra for alleged ties to Sam Giancana. Olsen addressed about 700 reporters, saying Nevada will not tolerate suspicions cast on legalized gambling. The book lists individuals barred from casinos due to their backgrounds.
The Justice Department forwarded the FBI report on President Kennedy’s assassination directly to the Warren Commission, not to the White House. The seven member panel is led by Chief Justice Earl Warren.
Honolulu report says Delcey Ann Dickerson, 21, a University of Hawaii sophomore and daughter of Guam secretary, was found dead in her apartment after failing to answer knocks. Autopsy ordered to determine if overdose or accidental death related to previous scooter crash. no signs of foul play. Her father was named Guam secretary on August 24.
Partly cloudy conditions continue with northwest winds 10 to 15 mph. High near 50 and a low around 30. Yesterday reached 60/33. Noontime humidity at 2 percent. Sunrise at 6:40, sunset at 4:26.
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