Nevada no haven for mafia hoods says DA and governor
DA Franklin and Governor oppose Mafia pockets in Nevada highlighting crime fight funding plans. Franklin claims shifting bank assets could add about 3 million annually for local crime reduction. He disputes Danziger on organized crime proximity to the nation’s capital, noting activity within 200 miles.
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Clark School Board Faces Fund Crisis Over Unclear Laws
Nevada discussions warn a quarterly $5 million state payment could halt if contracts don’t follow state law per Dickerson. Officials fear payroll disruption. Ed Greer says operation would be impossible without funds. CCCTA pushes to retain ponus wages to reward teachers despite legalroom. Franklin criticizes federal funding stance while naming figures tied to organized crime history in Nevada.
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Vegas Burglars Net $22,000 In Three Days
Las Vegas police report burglars net over $22,000 in cash jewelry and firearms from two homes in three days. Hal Miller 1225 Strong Dr had $18,000 in valuables stolen including a $5,000 four carat diamond ring a $3,000 diamond watch and a $1,500 pearl bracelet. Patsy Norman Buanno 333 Yosemite St. reported about $71 in cash plus rifles and shotguns taken after a door was left unlocked.
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Plot to Burn Biltmore Hotel Indicts Four Members
Beret members with infiltrated ranks face charges including conspiracy arson burglary burning property and destruction of electrical lines. Four indicted individuals are accused of planning the fires while six others face conspiracy burglary and destruction charges.
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New Middle East War Predicted Within Year Says Cairo Editor
Cairo editor n Pagesy Haikal predicts Arabs and Israelis will clash within a year in his weekly column. He warns next winter will be hot with explosions and fires. He cites three factors: failed Big Talk talks, Israeli elections, and growing Egyptian military strength driving a different course in months. He says war could be set in motion by internal strength or by external forces.
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Allies Claim Big Victory In Viet War
In heavy attacks northwest of Saigon Viet Cong and North Vietnamese forces suffered hundreds of casualties as U S and South Vietnamese units fought near An Loc and Tay Ninh City. U S losses included three dead and multiple wounded with other engagements yielding 76 to 199 enemy fatalities.
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No Survivors Seen In Mexican Airline Tragedy
In the Sierra Madre near Monterrey hundreds of rescuers, including U S Coast Guard helicopters, search for remains after a Boeing 727 crash killed 79 aboard. Clouds hindered recovery while relatives gathered as climbers retrieved human remains from the mountain. Prominent victims included Rafael Osuna and Carlos Madrazo.
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Moncerrey
Westmoreland hints South Vietnam must lead in Vietnam war
Gen. William C. Westmoreland said South Vietnamese troops have made strides and could take a greater role if it does not hinder allied efforts. He avoided commenting on troop withdrawals while strategy talks on Midway Island occur. Demonstrators protested at Ohio State University during the ROTC event, reading names of service members killed in Vietnam and carrying antiwar placards. Westmoreland praised ROTC and noted protests are limited to a small number of campuses.
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Ohio State University
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Regents Approve 19 Million Budget and New Hotel School
University of Nevada Regents approved a 19 million dollar work program for 1969-70, expanding funding for 43 new UNLV faculty posts and 27 at UNR while establishing the nation s first Hotel Administration College separate from the business school. The budget faces concerns over library cuts and maintenance spending, with emphasis on sustaining campus upkeep and growth through grants and national recognition.
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Vegas Man Dies in Utah Tragedy
Beaver Utah UP I reports a 62 year old Las Vegas man Lefell D Waters was killed instantly in a one car crash 25 miles north of here Trooper says Waters wife Gladys 61 was driving and apparently fell asleep at the wheel She is in critical condition at Fillmore Hospital
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Blacks Seize Church Complex In New York
A group of Black and Puerto Rican workers occupy a church complex in New York demanding action on their grievances. A spokesman states the sit in will stay peaceful and property damage is to be avoided as leaders refuse to leave. Previously they occupied a United Presbyterian office on May 14 and withdrew after six days.
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Bad Checks Rap Follows Nebraskan Man Arrest
Nebraskan man Leslie G. Kamm aged 22 was arrested on fugitive charges after Nebraska authorities asked Las Vegas police to pick him up on a bad check rap. Officers arrested him at his Las Vegas trailer on the year-old charge after locals had pursued him for several months.
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Modest Gall Cry Foul Over Turkish Bath Nude Photos
Turkish newspapers Gunaydin and Yen Istanbul ran front page photos of nude ICC delegates wives at a hotel bath during the ICC congress in Istanbul. Some photos were obscured to respect modesty, prompting protests from ICC delegates led by Hill of New York. A prosecutor sought a court order for publication, but a judge rejected it, while wives named include Mrs Judd Pollack, Mrs John Millington, and Mrs L D Stinerbower.
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