King of Diamonds strikes again in Dallas jewel theft
Police recount a new heist by the “King of Diamonds” who entered the Ling mansion via a balcony after climbing a tall fence. A diamond studded platinum bracelet valued at 7818 and two rings were stolen. Footprints and smudged glove marks were found, but no leads. This marks the fifth major jewel robbery in Dallas since January, totaling nearly 100000 in loot.
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Walter Fannin
Dallas
Fannin
Ling Mansion
Tyree Leonard
Weather recap hits freezing rain and cold extremes across regions
The report notes freezing rain in eastern Oregon with light snow in Detroit and Chicago. Indiana highways faced slick spots, fog reducing visibility, while rain crossed from Arkansas and Louisiana to Florida. Burrwood recorded half an inch of rain in six hours, North Dakota saw unusual January warmth, Piney Wyoming was the coldest at 12 below zero, and Eagle, Cole near 8 below with Marquette at 1 above.
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Chicago
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Louisiana
Gulf States
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Burrwood
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Wyo
Eagle, Cole
Marquette, Mich
Di Salle Hints He'll Run Again in 1966
Gov. Mitchael V. Di Salle will practice law in Columbus after leaving office January 14 and hints at a 1966 bid. He spoke at a fund dinner noting Ohio governors often stage comebacks after a defeat to Rhodes, who beat him by about 550,000 votes. Di Salle will vacation in Puerto Rico for two weeks and lecture at the University of Massachusetts through April.
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James A. Rhodes
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Gunmen Rob Gas Station in Early Morning Hold Up
Two gunmen robbed Dave's Flying A Service Station at 3716 Las Vegas Boulevard South just after 1 am. They forced attendant Ray Milan to open the cash box and then flee with $77 after sending him to the rear of the building.
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Dave's
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Milan
Noise Complaint In Apartment House Sparks Investigation
A neighbor at 2721 Stewart St. reported a loud party drawing police, with officers noting the case remains under investigation. Large quantities of beer and spirits were reportedly purchased, with details on buyers not disclosed.
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Former Dictator Seeks Stay in U S Extradition Fight
In Miami UPI, ex Venezuelan dictator Marcos Perez Jimenez, jailed since December 12, seeks release while his extradition to Venezuela proceeds. He fears death if returned and argues for liberty in the 5th U. S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans. In Los Angeles, 29 year old James Newton is held on grand theft after commandeering a Greyhound bus at midnight New Year’s Eve and shouting greetings.
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Perez Jimenez
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Venemuela
Seat Shuffle Brings Oklahoma Governorship to Three In Nine Days
Oklahoma will see three governors within nine days as Edmondson’s appointment hinges on Kerr's successor. Henry Bellmon assumes office January 14 after Kerr, age 66, died of a heart attack, prompting frantic Democratic efforts to retain the seat.
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Henry Bellman
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Bechtold Memorial Safety Trophy Planned by Air Lift Magazine
Air Lift Magazine announced a new annual safety award in memory of Capt. Edward Bechtold who died in the Idlewild DC-7B crash on November 30. Bechtold, a leading air safety advocate and top Air Line Pilots Association investigator, will be honored with the Capt. Edward Bechtold Memorial Trophy for the pilot judged to have advanced airline safety in the prior year.
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Edward Bechtold
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Edward J. Bechtold
Nevada questions on gaming probe and state corruption
A letter cites possible illegal gaming in Nevada and accuses Senator McClellan of ignorance while urging a full Senate probe. The writer argues that law enforcement in Arkansas has a history of corruption and calls for an aggressive inquiry into Hot Springs.
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Peru faces widespread labor unrest amid arrests
The government detains union leaders including Jose Luis Alvarado as 10 000 dockworkers threaten port disruption. Among 35 arrested in Cuzco is Emiliano Hamatita for pro Castro speeches. Junta chief Godoy wins cross party backing except Be Origin Party and Apra protests arrests of 21 members.
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Amazon River
Cuzco
Emiliano Huamatica
Ricardo Perez Godoy
Fernando Belaunde Terry
Popular Action Party
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Terry
Apra Party
Congress on the line as Rules fight frames Kennedy agenda
Congress eyes a high stakes battle over House Rules to lock in a 15 member panel and push liberal bills to the floor. Senator Kennedy faces a Senate rules clash as liberals seek to curb filibusters and advance Civil Rights and foreign aid proposals amid partisan tensions.
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Washington Report
CBS
Senate
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Russell
Dixie
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Greek Vessel Runs Aground Off Elliots Key
The 10,000 ton Greek freighter Ermou polis ran aground near Elliots Key about 3 a.m. while en route from Hamburg Germany to New Orleans. Coast Guard vessels stood by in moderate seas and the crew, with no cargo, reported no immediate danger. The ship’s captain said they would attempt to refloat it.
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UPI
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Elliots Key
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Florida
Hermes Steamship Co
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New Orleans
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Germany
Tshombe faces final chance as Bunche seeks talks
Katanga leaders reject talks with Tshombe while Bunche arrives amid urgent efforts by British and French consular officials to end his fortified exile in Kidweyi and bring him to Elisabethville for UN talks. Diplomatic circles see this as Tshombe’s last chance as UN forces drive into his province and warn he could lose his position soon.
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Bunche
Kidwezi
Elisabethville
Congo
Las Vegas Gun masthead and staff list
The text lists editors, publishers, and staff for the Las Vegas Gun Inc. including H. M. Greenspun as editor and publisher and several vice presidents, editors, managers, and assistants. It notes the address at 909 South Main Street Las Vegas Nevada and that it is entered as second class matter. It also mentions affiliations with United Press International and several press associations. Subscription rates for daily and Sunday editions are provided.
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Nevada State Press Association
American Newspaper Publisher's Association
California Newspaper Publishers Association
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