Three Extortion Suspects Charged in Federal Complaint
A federal complaint filed before U S Commissioner Angus G Blad charges Lesley Calhoun Thomas Haas and Leff Clounche with extortion involving threats to ruin the victim’s reputation and bodily harm. The scheme began December 24 1964 and ran through January 21 1965 netting about $3000 from a Idaho businessman. Clounche was arrested in Las Vegas shortly after a payment pickup, Haas near 8th and Ogden, Calhoun at a Strip hotel. All three were arraigned and remanded to U S Marshal custody in 2500 bond each.
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Haas
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Raiders land five picks with Biletnikoff signing
In Oakland California UPI reports the Raiders secure their first five selections in the 1964 AFL draft after signing Florida State receiver Fred Biletnikoff.
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Strike delays debut of Silver Nugget casino
The dispute between construction workers and sub-contractors at the Silver Nugget casino in Las Vegas triggered a stoppage as union pickets formed two lines. Labor leaders accused sub-contractors of unpaid fringe benefits, while casino management denied wrongdoing and pledged good faith. Tom Hanley of the gaming union declined further comment.
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James Arnold
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Las Vegas Building and Construction Trades Council
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Roundtable Moves to Friday Night Discussion on Capital Punishment
Joe Delaney's Roundtable usually airs Saturdays at 11 p.m. on KLAS Channel 8 but is moved to tonight at 8 30 p.m. The panel includes Delaney as moderator Rev Welles Miller and Bryn Armstrong SUN executive editor They will discuss The Right to Take a Life and examine mass murder mercy killings and state moves to abolish capital punishment.
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Rescue 27 As Ship Falls Apart
In Honolulu the Liberian freighter San Nicola began sinking after cracks and leaks. All 27 crew members abandoned ship and were rescued by the Liberian freighter Maria G L with no injuries or casualties.
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UPI
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Friendly Suit Looms City Vs. Water Dist
City and water district dispute unpaid bills and unbilled repair work from a March main break on Maryland Parkway and Charleston Boulevard. The city weighs filing a suit but seeks amicable settlement. extensions have been granted while officials pursue a friendly approach contingent on the district’s insurer.
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School Board Expels 4 Problem Students
The Clark County School District expelled four Rancho High School students after a Monday incident sparked by a request to photograph a girl. Principal Paul Arenaz led the unanimous Board vote, deeming the students a detriment to Rancho’s learning environment. Trustees also awarded $15,966.11 in bids for art craft drafting and blueprint supplies, and rejected a surveying instruments bid as too costly planned for re bid.
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Rancho High
Reapportionment Debated in First Battle of Session
In the early 53rd session the push to redraw boundaries continues with bills to elect legislators by district and multi county districts. Assembly considers limits on North Las Vegas district while Clark County cab operators seek operating permits.
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Clark County
Public Service Commission
PSC
Sundown Questions Public Office But Prefers Gambling
Hank Sundown suggests politics is rife with corruption and decline, arguing the Republic is collapsing. He criticizes honesty in public office and calls for expert auditors police courts and vigilant newspapers to expose deceit.
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Sundown
Castro Threatens To Use Missiles Over Cuba Recon Flights
The State Department said on November 10 that reconnaissance flights over Cuba would continue to prevent reintroduction of Soviet offensive missiles. It also noted Soviet anti aircraft missiles capable of downing the planes had been at least partly handed to Cuban forces.
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Riviera to expand hotel facilities with new stage and lounges
The Portrait Room will enlarge for pre convention entertaining. The casino area will be remodeled and extended in an L shape with the cage dealer and slot rooms moved to former rest rooms. The Starlight Lounge will be rebuilt for 350 people with a turntable stage and two seating levels.
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