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Newspaper
Las Vegas Sun
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1962
Page
1
A Sun memo notes Barbara as the city’s best dressed career woman, praising Las Vegas women’s taste while playfully chiding Hank’s attire. The piece highlights two town distinctions: the best dressed gal and the barefoot boss, inviting Hank to respond with a prose tribute.
An Air France Boeing 707 jetliner crashed and burned at Orly Airfield killing 130 of 132 aboard, including 121 Americans. It marked the worst single disaster in commercial aviation history.
Mystery surrounds the death of a middle aged man found dead on the floorboard of his car in North Hollywood. Police say foul play is not evident but a post mortem is pending to determine cause. The victim was tentatively identified as William Van Osdel of North Hollywood, reportedly in a car with a strong odor and left for several days. Officers Bundled him in a box awaiting coroner and district attorney review. Possible prior arrest in Los Angeles on armed robbery and vehicle code violation surfaced.
Impressive baccalaureate ceremonies honored 85 graduating seniors at Bishop Gorman High School in the gym. Rev Father Devereaux led Mass and Missa Brevis was sung by the German Glee Club. Rev John McVeigh delivered the sermon. Vale dictorian Marilyn Merritt and salutatorian Mary Licini were recognized with other honors and scholarships.
A cornice from the Overland Hotel roof on North Main and Fremont collapsed yesterday afternoon during demolition work by Koste lac Demolition Co. A strong gust tore the cornice from the northwest corner two stories high, with a 10 foot square section left on the second floor porch. Debris struck a 1953 sedan at the curb, shattering the windshield and injuring the right side.
Air France steward Marcel Lugen died from injuries after the jet airliner crash late last night. He is the second crew member reported to have died in the incident.
Air France officials said the Americans were part of an Atlanta art association. They were returning home on a charter flight after a Europe wide tour of Old World art centers.
A note directs readers to Page Ten for the full list of victims. The reference implies a casualty or incident event with details archived in the continuation. The item signals readers to consult the specified page for names and related context.
The initial 133 aboard included 122 Americans but later corrected to remove a double listing of an Air France passenger. Seven crew members died, two hostesses and a steward survived. the steward was in grave condition and no hostesses suffered serious injuries. Comparisons to past disasters are cited for context.
The Atomic Energy Commission announced a nuclear test blast over Johnston Island was planned for 10 pm Hawaii time, weather permitting. The delayed shot drew hundreds of Hawaiians to rooftops and harbor views as a series of tests faced global protest and further blasts were anticipated.
In Puerto Cabello Venezuela loyal government troops battered a Communist inspired revolt after days of street fighting. Rebel Marine units reportedly tried to flee to southern mountains as loyalists gained control with heavy casualties, with at least 120 government dead and snipers remaining in scattered pockets.
About 30 strike bound carpenters from Northern Nevada are due in Las Vegas to take temporary work while contract talks continue. Local leaders said work permits will be issued at the state council’s request, with several workers already placed in southern Nevada. No immediate trouble expected as other trades face potential walkouts, and a three year contract in southern Nevada may ease tensions.
A mangled airplane wreckage was spotted yesterday afternoon in the Charleston Range near Rainbow Canyon. A hiker alerted civilian and military rescue teams who combed a two mile area about 200 feet below a peak. Sheriff deputy Roy Stine Durf reported details from Hamilton Air Force Base.
Gusty sand laden winds and high clouds keep today’s temperatures in the mild 90s. Weekend highs are forecast cooler than past years as residents remark that hotter days may still lie ahead.
This week's luncheon menu features Stewed Chicken Giblets for today. Tomorrow offers Grilled Hamburger Patty. Friday presents Seafood Croquettes or Spaghetti as options.
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