Nevada implements hundreds of new laws across state life
Nevada’s new laws take effect Friday affecting health, gambling, environment, taxes, and government ethics. The measures include tenets from cradle to grave such as newborn disease testing, elder tax relief, new death penalty scope, tenant landlord rules, gaming act overhaul, and licensing for Laetrile and Gerovital amid court challenges and budget allocations.
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Abductor In Sarasota Campout Case Keeps Slim Hope Alive
Sarasota police said they clung to hope as 15 year old Charlotte Gross abducted from a Girl Scout campout remained unharmed. A day after she told her father she was safe, Sheriff’s Corporal efforts continued.
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Investigators Tightly Guard Sliver of Hope in Disappearance
Det. Stookey said investigators are working with whatever they find and have found very little. He noted the slim hope that she may be released unharmed, saying statistics show on a national scale that the longer the time passes.
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Abduction report tops on hope of release for Charlotte
A parent tells of Charlotte calling at 10 15 p m after being abducted before dawn Wednesday police issued a composite of a possible kidnapper. Witnesses reported seeing a man with dark hair and thin face near a blue green two door car.
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Where I Stand by Hank Greenspun
Column discusses friendship tests and alleges betrayal by Chester Davis Bill Gay and Nadine Henley in the Hughes empire affair It cites a Los Angeles court verdict granting Bob Maheu damages and claims millions were lost while insiders profited The piece references Sam Lionel Jon Collins and Grant Sawyer and hints at ongoing coverage pages ahead
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Rockwell B1 Program Cut Triggers Massive Job Losss
Rockwell International faces 8000 to 10000 layoffs as President Carter ends the B1 bomber program aside from research and development. Rockwell’s B division chief Buz Hello said the decision shocks workers from engineers to guards and estimated a $15 billion contract loss impact on the company and its subcontractors including GE and Boeing.
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New York
Jewels From Red Skelton Ex Wife Stolen in Heist
In Palm Springs two men posing as Philadelphia jewelers stole about 300000 dollars in jewels from a Bank of America trust office. They examined the items professionally before one forced entry, handcuffed and gagged a female employee, and fled with the gems. The bank serves as executor for Georgia Skelton, who died last May.
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Construction Unions Approve Pay Hike Ahead of Deadline
One of six major construction unions ratified a three year pay package worth 3.15 dollars per hour, with other unions to vote as the July 1 deadline nears. Officials warned a strike by 800 piers and pipefitters could trigger industry repercussions and layoffs, while contractors noted the pact could ease negotiations with multiple locals including Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 525 and Iron Workers Local 433.
Builders and unions near contract agreement in Las Vegas
The late stage talks see Sheet Metal Workers Local 88 members voting on a proposal while Operating Engineers Local 12 in Los Angeles accepts a three year pay rise of 95 cents per hour plus $3.25 in benefits. Carpenters Local 1780 ready to approve SNHB offer as drywall carpenters are paid accordingly.
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Las Vegas
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