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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1964
Page
4
A Royal British Navy ship evacuated 140 people including five American journalists from Zanzibar. U S chargé d affaires Picard was ordered aboard a special plane, while Donal Petterson remains the only American on the island.
Las Vegas gambler Dandolas alleges Ryan cheated him out of over half a million dollars. Ryan testifies in Los Angeles that he won about $15,000 from Dandolas years ago and loaned $17,000 since, with some repayments and no tax deduction claimed. Federal judge denies mistrial as cross examination centers on extortion claims and Ryan’s FBI disclosures.
Former astronaut John Glenn contemplates a Senate race in Ohio after 22 years in the Marine Corps and a career as a space program pioneer. He cites his government experience and knowledge in military and space matters as assets for Congress while noting his broader aim beyond his field.
A three month old girl, claimed by her mother to be fathered by Ray Charles, was shown to jurors in a paternity case. An enticacy technician testified blood tests on Charles Betts and the infant Shelia Jean indicated paternity is possible.
A Las Vegas man identified as George Henry Boulle was booked on burglary investigation after liquor and slot machines were stolen on Charleston Boulevard. Deputies found liquor and coins including 473 quarters 191 dimes and 1217 nickels at his apartment.
Readers complain about utility lighting at Eastern Avenue and Sahara crossing and praise area code clarity and ZIP codes. The piece parodies local topics and benches themes from finance to public welfare, including a frank letter from a mother seeking help for desperate parenting.
Funeral services for Sarah Ann Bodell will be held at 4 p.m. today in Bunker Brothers Mortuary with Berkeley Bunker officiating. She died Thursday at 5737 El Dor and lived in Clark County since the early 1930s. Her son Glenn E. Bodell, now chief of security at the Sands Hotel, was former chief ranger during Boulder Dam construction. she was born in 1874 in Murray Utah. Burial will be in Inglewood California Cemetery beside her husband who died in 1949.
A brisk three minute read offers a striking pictorial narrative titled I Wonder Why by Shirley Buriden. The piece promises a dramatic visual storytelling experience presented as one of the market’s most compelling pictorial stories.
Panama expels most embassy officials and evacuees to the Canal Zone led by Stuart as Henry L. Saya, first secretary, holds consular status. Washington officials call the move obscure and speculate Chiari's motive includes preempting student demonstrations against the United States.
A 36 year old Las Vegas waiter Arthur Ruiz is set for April 20 before Dist Judge William Compton on an attempted robbery charge linked to a companion Bruce Lathrop 22 North Las Vegas who was shot by officers during a Paradise Valley ambush. Ruiz is free on 2500 bail and had his attorney changed to Douglas Pike after Tad Porter withdrew. Ruiz allegedly pretended to be a businessman and the incident occurred March 30 1961. Heatley received a minor shotgun wound during the attempt.
In New York stocks halted mid-session decline and finished higher as Senate Finance Committee action on a House passed tax bill revived investor sentiment. News of aluminum price movements higher retail sales and December private housing starts provided support to end the selling pressure.
City officials warn of renewed conflict as a narrow alley between Main and Commerce Streets near Oakey Boulevard seeks vacation for private business use. Petitioners include Wayne's Auto Body Shop First National Bank and others with Planning Commission hearing set January 28.
A Los Vegas jury pool lists 150 prospective jurors for the trial of Milton Duke Beasley 28 former sailor accused of murder in the August 10 1961 slaying of William Tollue Green. Green a former informant was found shot in his car. Beasley faces trial February 3 with double defense counsel named. Two co defendants Vase Valrie and Warren Harris scheduled for January 24 trial setting. hearings on writs and prior trials to follow.
Sheriff Ralph Lamb reported 102 of his deputies qualified after two days at the pistol range. Sgt. Bud Gregg supervised the event with 21 shooters posting perfect 100s. Four deputies failed and will receive further training. monthly qualification is required.
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