Las Vegas Sun details editor staff and affiliations
The Las Vegas Sun lists editorial and management personnel led by H. M. Greenspun and Ruth Deskin with Bryn Armstrong as executive editor and Vince Anselmo as managing editor. It notes circulation, departments, and national press affiliations.
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Vince Anselmo
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Jack Davenport
Otto Martin
William Sherwood
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Ray Germain
The Man Of The Century Honoring John Boyle O'Reilly Demands
A reader writes in praise of John Boyle O'Reilly, calling him the greatest man of the century. The piece extols his democratic doctrine as interpreted by Jefferson, promoting state and local autonomy, distrust of federal overreach, and loyalty to home rule from township to state legislature. It condemns federal paternal power and urges lawmakers to honor O'Reilly's principles while defending state rights and the working people.
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Ireland
John Boyle O'Reilly
Boston Pilot
Jefferson
Union
O'Reilly
Where We Stand Letters at The Las Vegas Sun
Letters to the editor are published under Where We Stand. They must be signed or the author’s name may be withheld on request. Unsigned or tasteless or libelous letters will not be published. Brief letters are favored for publication.
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That Law Again on Section 14b Taft Hartley Debate
A letter argues against repealing Section 14(b) of the Taft Hartley Act. It champions personal freedom not to join a private organization to feed one's family and criticizes union bosses seeking more power and money. The author cites Samuel Gompers and calls for open debate on voluntarism versus compulsion.
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Gompers
Amercan Federation of Labor
Lenin
Birdy Baez Opens Civil Disobedience School in California
Ralph L Kraemer of Las Vegas writes that Joan Baez promotes civil disobedience and picketing teaching in California while Shana Alexander of Life magazine similarly endorses civil disobedience in colleges. The letter links Baez with broader liberal advocacy.
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Joan Baez
California
Shana Alexander
Life
Selma
Ralph L. Kraemer
N. Valley Drive
Las Vegas
Nevada
Hats Off to Fire Safe Clown at West Side Market
Saturday July 3 at a West Side Market a sidewalk show featured Sparky the Fire Preventing Clown with Safety with Fun. Children watched attentively as Mort Wilder from East Las Vegas Nevada praises volunteers spreading safety through entertainment.
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Obituary note for Robert Ruark in England and Spain
Frank Milne writes of Robert Ruark's death in England and planned burial in Spain, praising his African columns and expressing sympathy to Ruark's widow. He also mentions admiration for Max Lerner.
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Spain
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Frank Milne
Famous Last Words of Socrates Condemned to Death
The ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, aged about 70, faced a death sentence for corrupting the youth. He reportedly told the jury that departure had arrived and debated whether dying or living was better, a moment reflecting his famed acceptance of fate.
Teens and Casinos Prompt Citywide Program Overhaul
A letter from Phil Waddell argues teens increasingly visit casinos and lounges during summer as venues book teen appealing music. He urges a complete revamp of city teen programs with strong public relations to attract youths, noting current efforts fail to engage the juvenile crowd.
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Fremont
Phil Waddell
Reader letter argues stance against both communism and extremism
A Las Vegas reader critiques the Sun’s coverage of political groups arguing the paper fails to inform on the Communist party and its front groups. The letter defends John Birch Society critics and condemns ADA CPUSA linkage while urging balanced reporting and condemning extremism on both sides.
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John Birch Society
Radical Left
Communist Party
Greenspun
Communist Party USA
Japanese teen seeks pen pals through newspaper
A 17 year old girl Tamiko Motoraga of Kumamoto Japan writes to a newspaper editor seeking correspondence with readers in the country. She hopes to broaden views and asks the paper to publish her letter or connect her with other youths.
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Kumamoto City
Kumamoto-ken
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Clark County Names Recreation Director in Las Vegas Heat
Glenn Stanfield was appointed director of the Clark County recreation program. Las Vegas records the season’s high with downtown thermometers at 119 degrees and McCarran Field at 113 degrees.
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Glenn Stanfield
Clark County
Las Vegas
McCarran Field
One Man's Credo Attacks Local Editor and GOP Control
A reader letter from the Free Society Association vows to dominate the GOP and cites plans for educational shows and public programs. The missive condemns the editor for misinformation and threatens a prolonged confrontation, signaling organized political activity in Las Vegas.
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Free Society Association
GOP
Rebuttal to Mr Worley in Letter to the Editor
A reader defends expressing views in print, asserts honesty and proves statements, cites union tensions in New York, and praises the editor and a columnist while stressing names should not be published. The writer values free discussion and argues strikes affect homes and economies.
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New York
There Is No Solution to Racial Conflict Says Young Refugee
A 15 year old reflects on racial prejudice in America comparing it to anti-Semitism and totalitarian regimes. He argues there is no solution while old fashioned views persist and Ku Klux Klan influence endures. He cites fear of oppression, police brutality, and overseas lessons from Cuba's Castro.
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Castro
America
Almanac highlights for July 17, 1965
This almanac notes the 1965 date, celestial signs, notable birthdays, and key historical anniversaries. It recalls John Jacob Astor born 1763, Florida cession 1821, Punch first published 1841, Civil War start 1936, and the 1948 States Rights Party rally with Thurmond nomination.
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Flordia
Spain
United States
Punch
Francisco Franco
Birmingham
Ala
Strom Thurmond
South Carolina
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