11 Jan 1968
Page 8
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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1968
Page
8
In Las Vegas commentary on capital punishment argues gas chamber justice as humane and final. The board commuted murder convict Thelma Pinana’s life sentence to parole eligibility, sparking critique of parole bias and mercy in Nevada.
FBI posters pile up at the local post office as Joe Taret Decorator studies the display and worries about a hallway wall. Police monitor Ruben's Supper Club where activity has shifted after a 60 day suspension.
The Clark County Liquor and Gaming Board grants a 30 day temporary license for the Thunderbird Consolidated Casino Corp and Dewco Services, Inc after discovering the hotel operated without a county license since January 1. Del Webb Corp seeks to take over with Lance Inc financing while officials review county gaming rules and debts.
Drillers reached the Gasbuggy chimney near Farmington New Mexico after the 26 kiloton underground nuclear detonation on December 19. Re-entry shows chimney top at 3,907 feet depth, detonation at 4,240 feet, chimney 333 feet high. Radiochemistry analysis at Lawrence Livermore will define nuclides and amounts over months. production testing may start in six to nine months.
The piece discusses Nevada murder severity and the paradox of life without parole. It centers on Terry Lynn Conger’s plea, a triple bank murder, and district attorney claims that death penalties are outlawed. Conger received life without parole, raising questions about justice and sentencing.
In a stray reminiscence the speaker laments legal leniency for Conger, arguing the court ordered continued imprisonment but public sentiment favors release. The text hints the bank robber might again walk the streets before grandchildren finish school, referencing a case linked to Miss Pinana.
In the Conger case debate DA George Franklin faced criticism for not pursuing the death penalty under revised statutes. DA Bill Baggio in a separate Washoe County murder case sought gas but the jury returned life without parole. The note suggests a broader message about prosecutorial strategy.
A. G. Dondero of the Nevada Employment Service will discuss conflicting unemployment statistics with Catholic Welfare officials in Nevada. Dondero flies in from Carson City to hear Bill Carlos defend that welfare figures miss the growing “new poor” lagging in work and welfare funds.
In Las Vegas a formal inquest probes the death of 11 year old Martin Glenn at Nevada State Hospital on November 22. Nurses Iris Hansen and Mary Eason differ on restraining jackets used and timing. Pathologist Dr. James Decker cites asphyxia from neck and chest compression with severe mental retardation as contributing factors. Governor Laxalt named a committee. its report was criticized as bungled.
Henderson authorities led by Chief George Crisler raided Sweney apartment arresting 23 year old Clifford F. Sweney on narcotics possession and nine minors charged with alcohol possession. Several youths ages 18 to 20 face delinquency counts while Kent L. Andreason 22 is charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor.
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