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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1962
Page
3
A light column recalls the Mona Lisa's arrival at the National Gallery and the playful celebrity chaos it inspires. The reviewer notes media chatter, crate critique, and witty theories about Da Vinci's subject, while promising a memorable firsthand view despite biting weather.
The Creative Playthings Foundation in Princeton New Jersey announced a national competition to spur educational toy development. It invites nursery and school teachers education specialists and designers to plan toys expanding children's experiences.
The Post Office Department will issue new ball point pens to the nations 35 000 post offices to start the year. Ed ward FE Harriman, Research and Engineering Director, notes the service is the worlds major user of ball point pens and buys over one million barrels and two million refills annually. He seeks a sturdy pen that resists rough handling and writes smoothly on creased or hard finished paper.
Nevada's Cooperative Extension Program highlighted at the annual Max C Fleischmann College of Agriculture conference. County and University staff, deans, civic leaders, and federal extension service members discussed coordinating resources, evaluating current programs, and expanding research to meet a growing economy.
The University of Nevada Statewide Services unveils a new mail registration for spring evening courses ending January 25. Pre registration by mail aims to reduce wait times while in person registration has limited days from January 28 to February 4 with extended hours. Call FA 3-2081 ext 221-222 or write the Statewide Services office for details.
The first freely held Dominican elections in 40 years progress with Juan Bosch elected president elect. U S praise notes peaceful vote and advance safeguards while cautioning Cuba and poverty, illiteracy, and political strife as hurdles remain for democratic consolidation.
Senator Howard Cannon reports a federal aviation reorganization will add FAA staff in Elko and Battle Mountain. Elko gains one technician while Battle Mountain gains seven maintenance and technical personnel for a new long range radar and air traffic control equipment.
A health campaign urges residents to schedule screenings and donate to cancer programs. Officials emphasize early detection and funding for research, inviting community members to participate through local drives and medical clinics.
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