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Newspaper

Las Vegas Sun

Location

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1968

Page

4

Flora Dungan Faces House Censure in Prison Dispute

Flora Dungan confronts House censure amid a dispute over a solo prison probe. Gov. Laxalt blocked her inspection, calling her a disruptive influence as she pressed claims of brutality and inadequate rehabilitation at the prison. The incident involves Assemblyman James Wood and the State Prison Board.

Flora Dungan Miss Dungan James Wood R-Reno Paul Laxalt Laxalt Carl Hocker

Film Actress Katy Jurado In Suicidal Overdose Attempt

Mexican actress Katy Jurado 40, known for High Noon, was found in serious condition in West Los Angeles after an apparent suicide attempt from ingesting 67 sleeping pills. Police recovered a note and $1,500 cash with furs as bequests to her children. she had been living alone and requested care for her children.

Los Angeles UPI Katy Jurado Gary Cooper Meyer Miss Jurado

Reds Push Fresh Troops Toward Hue in Desperation

UPI reports from Hue say North Vietnamese reinforcements moved toward the city on its 18th day of battle. Radar detected a convoy from southwest mountain areas. artillery struck the truck column. Lt. Col. Phan Van Khoa cites about 20,000 enemy infantry in the DMZ vicinity.

Hue U. S UPI Richard V. Oliver Phan van Khoa

Hoax call halts search for Gaffney strangler

In Gaffney and Charlotte authorities traced a hoax by 17 year old grocery clerk Robert Wood who admitted phoning police while claiming to be the killer. Police say Wood also said he received two calls after the threat and may not be the murderer. No charges were filed.

Gaffney, N. C UPI Charlotte N. C Robert Wood Gaffney Police Wood Gaffney Nancy Rinehart Miss Rinehart Wade Stroud Wade Stroud Gibbons Marcum

Suspects Nabbed in Drug Raid at Hippie Home

Marcum, his wife, and Harrison were removed after an undercover sting at a Convention Center lecture on drug abuse. Police found a pellet pistol, eight house keys, and a window cutter. Deputies led by Deputy Chief Witcher coordinated the raid. Marcum claimed innocence and noted the youth at the home was drawn to their lifestyle.

Marcum Harrison Convention Center Dist George Franklin Larry Ketzenberger Pete Witcher Dets Jack Phillips Joe Blasko Herman Moody Gene Staten Drew Moran Don Gillette Yvonne Ganshow

Fire and blasts claim three at Rialto fireworks plant

At the United Fireworks Manufacturing plant in Rialto California two explosions and a subsequent fire killed three workers and injured 13 as one hundred employees were on duty. Ernest L Wills 25 Fontana died after running from a blaze to summon aid. Ronnie Mena 18 Rialto died instantly and Luis Beltran 44 San Bernardino died of burns.

Rialto Calif UPI United Fireworks Manufacturing Co Ernest L. Wills Fontana Pat Moriarity Hydraulic Press Ronnie Mena Luis Beltran San Bernardino Kaiser Foundation Hospital

Israelis Repel Jordanian Offensive Along Jordan Valley Front

Israeli military officials said fighting along the Israeli Jordan frontier ended after about three hours with no confirmed cease fire. Jordanian claims of widespread Jordan Valley attacks were disputed by Israel, which noted jet strikes and artillery activity near Jericho and Beisan Valley as tensions surged.

Jerusalem API Israeli-Jordan Amman Jordan Valley Jericho West Bank Jordan River Sea of Galilee Israel Jordan Syria Dead Sea Holy Land Beisan

Tekan Air Amendments Seen for Lake Tahoe Pact

Carson City officials and lawmakers prompt new amendments to Lake Tahoe protective legislation after SB9 moves in to the lower house. Chairman Norman Hilbrecht and Rep Hal Smith say the double majority rule for the 10 member compact could yield frequent stalemates. They met with California Assemblyman Edwin Z Berg to discuss making the plan more workable.

Carson City UPS Lake Tahoe Norman Hilbrecht Las Vegas Hilbrecht Hal Smith Henderson California Edwin Z’ Berg Sacramento Smith

Vance Says Korea Talks Successful in Seoul Return

Presidential envoy Cyrus R. Vance flew home to report to President Johnson that his mission to mend frictions between South Korea and the United States was successful. He left Seoul two days after his arrival, signaling progress in the crisis.

Seoul UPS Cyrus R. Vance Johnson South Korea United States Vance America Washington North Korea Panmunjom U. S Park Chunk Hee Pueblo Wonsan Harbor United State Park

Rusk Avoids Nuclear Question on Vietnam Policy

Secretary of State Dean Rusk told Senator Fulbright that inquiring about deployed nuclear weapons in Vietnam is a disservice to the country. Fulbright argued such weapons would be a grave disservice, while Rusk said Johnson has not considered using them and declined to guarantee immunity from U S use.

Washington UPI Dean Rusk J. William Fulbright D-Ark Vietnam Fulbright Rusk Johnson U. S White House George Christian Christian

McNamara Young Clash Over Westmoreland Ability

Senator Stephen M. Young accused General William C. Westmoreland of being outwitted and outgenerated in Vietnam. The remarks came as Washington debated U S policy and military leadership in the region.

Washington UPI Stephen M. Young D-Mhio William C. Westmoreland Vietnam

Romney Attacks Nixon Over Vietnam Stance in New Hampshire

In Concord Gov. George Romney assailed Richard Nixon for avoiding current Vietnam decisions while promising future solutions. Romney urged replacement as he campaigns in New Hampshire for the March 12 presidential primary. He mocked Nixon’s approach and urged clear policy moves amid wartime debate.

Concord N. H UPI George Romney Michigan Richard M. Nixon Romney New England Sigma Delta Chi New Hampshire Nixon Boston Vietnam

Book of LBJ Excerpts Not Popular at White House

White House press secretary George Christian dismisses a red book of Lyndon B Johnson quotations as familiar fare. The 189 page paperback by Look editors Jack Shepherd and Christopher S Wren lists Johnson sayings from 1953 to 1965 and sells for $2 next week. Johnson reportedly told staff he would rather forget it, and critics note the book parodies Mao Tse tung quotations.

Washington UPI White House George Christian LBJ Johnson Executive Mansion

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Dick Bryan Bryan Clark County Dungan Speaker Close Close Legislative Counsel Bureau Hocker The State Prison Board Atty. Gen Harvey Dickerson Secretary John Koontz Full Institutions Sen Helen Herr Bill Farr Senate Institutions Committee Gov. Laxalt Capitol Dickerson and Koontz Koontz Roth Senate and Assembly Institutions Committee Senate Committee Ernest Borgnine Marty Ucla Medical Center Ron Meyer Richard Brown Joe Masters Imperial Oliver Bill Gibbons Gaffney Ledger Nancy Parris Nevada City Tom Harrison New York United Jewish Appeal Moshe Dayan Viet South Korea Kimpo International Airport Defense Robert S. McNamara Senate Young Westmoreland McNamara House Appropriations U.S Gen. Westmoreland Joint Chiefs of Staff Mike Mansfield Mansfield South Vietnam CIA U. S. Senate Texas Lyndon Johnson Democratic Party Pess
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